Statement:
It is somewhat humbling to work in what is to me, a sacred genre. My great grandparents came to America in the early 1900's. That act of courage, expression of will and love of family is a part of me. I get the advantages and freedoms of living in America. I come from a working family. Everyone works, and works hard so that we have nice things. My understanding as a latino is if you want to achieve anything, one must be willing to work hard and believe strongly in it. When it comes to expressing oneself I am forever amazed at the latino form of expression. The passion in music, the presentation in the dance, and the care in their families, foods and way of life. I believe a culture is defined by how it expresses itself. As an American Latino, when I see traditional expressions of the latino culture, I stand upright and proudly say, 'Those are my people. That is my heritage and I am honored to be a latino.'
- GENE (4/12)
'Expresión' - 15'x4' acrylic on hardboard.
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