Artworks by Monica Ortiz-Sanchez
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Al Son De Las Olas (To The Rhythm Of The Waves)
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Baila Conmigo II (Dance With Me II)
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Bailando Al Ritmo Del Tambor (Dancing To The Rhythm Of The Drums)
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Bomba Bajo El Sol Taino (Bomba Under the Taino Sun)
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Con Barril Y Cuá (With Drum and Cua)
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Esta Es Mi Canción (This Is My Song)
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Plena En Las Calles De San Juan (Plena In The Streets Of San Juan)
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Que Caché! (What Style!)
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Monica Ortiz-Sanchez
After dedicating over two decades to the NYC school system, I retired with my husband to the vibrant community of St. Augustine, where I rekindled my passion for art. Throughout my career, I dabbled in drawing and painting, but it wasn't until retirement that I could fully immerse myself in creative expression.
My work is characterized by figurative representational expressionism, with a deep love for color and a focus on painting people. Currently, I am dedicated to celebrating my Puerto Rican heritage through my art, particularly the vibrant traditions of Bomba dancers and Pleneros (hand drum players). The passion and energy of Bomba, an Afro-Caribbean dance form, deeply inspire my work.
In addition, I explore themes of women empowerment, drawing from my experiences as a Hispanic woman. Through my art, I aim to enlighten, inspire, and empower women and young girls, depicting their strength and resilience in various settings.
Preferred Mediums:
- Acrylic
- Oil
“A great artist is always before his time or behind it.”
~ George Moore