Statement

This series was spawned by my mentor, Alvaro Cardona-Hine; artist, poet and composer.

Last spring, I was scheduled to have heart surgery. In preparation for my procedure, I visited Alvaro at his home in the mountains of Truchas, New Mexico. Together, we painted in his adobe studio everyday for two weeks.

It was a joyous collaboration.

During my visit, the only request Alvaro made of me was to "paint your successful heart operation".

This series was my answer to his request.

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