Piece description from the artist
Retreat captures the vivid colors of the sky as night falls. La Parguera is a small coastal town on the southwest side of Puerto Rico, known for its mangroves and beautiful homes built on the water's edge. Some of these houses sit along side the mangroves, blending into the scenery providing an insider's view to nature. The natural beauty is interrupted at bottom center by a small table with a book of matches and a "cobra" which is a local favorite when warding away mosquitoes. The artist plays with the idea of forcing solitude by repelling those who can ruin a good time.
Presently living and working in Puerto Rico. In 1979 participated in the GLCA Apprenticeship program in NY with Robert Stackhouse and Louis Liberman. Graduated from DePauw University in 1980 with a Liberal Arts degree. Showed at Galeria Luigi Marrozzini until the mid 90's, where he presented 4 individual shows that positioned him within the local art scene. In 1990 was selected for the traveling exhibit: New Art from Puerto Rico organized by the Springfield Art Museum. Painting Professor at Escuela de Artes Plasticas in San Juan for 2 years in the late 90's. In May 2012 presented a mid-career survey "Only Essence Remains" at the Museo de Ballaja in Old San Juan; curated by William Stover. Has exhibited locally and internationally on many ocasions as well as being included in various major private and public collections, including the Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico (MAPR), the Ponce Museum and the Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de PR (MAC). In recent years has participated in various international art fairs including SCOPE and PhotoMiami. His work oscillates between colorful abstractions and figurative work that often indulges in social issues found in his native Puerto Rico.
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