Artist Statement

Inca sites in the Sacred Valley of Peru and STONES! They shine on the floors of the markets and form intricate designs on side streets. Massive boulders are the foundation of ancient structures and perfectly carved stones with hints of gold remind us of the Inca glory. Some are Sacred Stones important in Inca society and their religion, believed to be a straight connection between heaven and earth. And what about the colors! all those incredible natural dyes, the vivid spectrum in the traditional garments, the pink salt, or the colorful painted walls on the streets of Urubamba. These all come together from my recent experiences, now deep inside me and they slowly become part of me and my art.