Influenced by my upbringing in the Dominican Republic, my art navigates diverse aspects of womanhood, exploring themes of autonomy, violence, and personal perspectives. Drawing inspiration from my grandmother and her battle with Alzheimer’s, I reflect on her regression from adult to child—mother to daughter—and ponder the fluidity of these roles.
In my adolescence, adopting a maternal role for my 90-year-old grandmother sparked an exploration of motherhood, detached from conventional childbirth. My recent works scrutinize the fluid mother-child dynamic and envision their potential coexistence within a singular body.
Employing drawing, printmaking, installation, and organic materials like handmade paper, my art explores Parthenogenesis, an asexual reproduction form. This investigation dissects selfhood and growth, liberated from external influences. My drawings depict tree-shaped women with umbilical cord-like branches,
symbolizing self-motherhood. These visuals serve as statements challenging norms, embracing a broader understanding of womanhood.