My practice is rooted in personal exploration and a deep understanding of my cultural identity. The journey of self-reflection and discovery begins with the history of colonization and migration in Belize. As a multicultural Belizean American, my existence is a direct result of the colonial experience in the Caribbean. My culture has long resisted historical occupation through acts of rebellion and boycott, ultimately fostering the creation of a national identity known as Creole. I am a product of colonization—an experience that inherently implies an attempted erasure of my ancestral roots.
My paintings and prints are composed of photographs I have taken in both Belize and Los Angeles, capturing Belizean people and landscapes in diaspora. Through these images, I explore the intertwining of bodies, experiences, and objects across geographic and cultural spaces. My art functions as a guide—both physically and conceptually—to convey the complexities of identity.
I utilize a wide range of materials and techniques, including pigment, ink, oil, rubbing, and sanding, to express the multilayered nature of identity. The colors and architecture of Belize frequently inspire my work, which may often appear chaotic or unfinished. This deliberate use of layering represents the process of transformation that occurs within cultural spaces and highlights the enduring connections formed through mark-making.