My first Tampa Bay mural, “Moo,” is a love letter to my visual and cultural influences: The Vienna Secession, Symbolist painters, Cándido Bidó, Dominican folk art and pastoral paintings, Ukiyo-e, Japonisme, Catholic iconography, powerful women, Florida, my love of cows.

The annual SHINE St. Petersburg Mural Festival illuminates the power of art in public spaces by revitalizing areas, inspiring dialogue, and uniting our community while cultivating new standards of artistic excellence reflecting St. Petersburg's creative and vibrant spirit. By using the walls and streets as canvas, SHINE transforms our shared spaces into a world-class outdoor gallery featuring top contemporary local, national, and international artists.