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Introducing

Beloved Companions

Hand-painted portraits that preserve the personality and warmth of our most loyal friends.

The Soul of San Juan

A painted love letter to the colors, rhythms, and spirit of Old San Juan.

More artwork

Functional Art

Handpainted KeyBoard Transformations

Exhibitions

Carollwood Cultural Center

4537 Lowell Road
Tampa, FL 33618

Theme: "Pathways, Portals & Journeys"

Honorable Mention

The HUB

3300 University Blvd.
Winterpark, FL 32792

Theme: "Magic"

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This view deserved a pause.

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#coolidgepark #hiyapapayaphotoaday #fms_onweekendsi26 #136_free_choice_26 #flash_bridges086

This view deserved a pause.

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#coolidgepark #hiyapapayaphotoaday #fms_onweekendsi26 #136_free_choice_26 #flash_bridges086

A few photos from a weekend spent at a hotel built from restored train cars. Between the rain, the old metal textures, and the light coming through the windows, every corner felt very cinematic!

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#trainhotel #hiyapapayaphotoaday #fms_istoodhere26 #picturethis365 #flash_backlighting085

A few photos from a weekend spent at a hotel built from restored train cars. Between the rain, the old metal textures, and the light coming through the windows, every corner felt very cinematic!

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#trainhotel #hiyapapayaphotoaday #fms_istoodhere26 #picturethis365 #flash_backlighting085

Forever thankful I get to do life with my best friend ❤️

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#PhotoStripVibes #LifeTogether #BestFriendEnergy #MyPerson #photobooth

Forever thankful I get to do life with my best friend ❤️

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#PhotoStripVibes #LifeTogether #BestFriendEnergy #MyPerson #photobooth

A moment before the frame.
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#hiyapapayaphotoaday #hiyaweek202026 #fms_iam26 #121_pastel_26 #flash_vividcolors084

A moment before the frame.
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#hiyapapayaphotoaday #hiyaweek202026 #fms_iam26 #121_pastel_26 #flash_vividcolors084

Some puddles reflect and remind.
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#hiyaweek192026 #fms_peaceful26 #fms_makeasound26 #121_pastel_26 #flash_puddles083

Some puddles reflect and remind.
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#hiyaweek192026 #fms_peaceful26 #fms_makeasound26 #121_pastel_26 #flash_puddles083

We hiked, explored a cave that took us to a waterfall 1200 ft beneath the surface, stood where you can see seven states, rode the steepest railway, and called a train car home for the night. Short trip but one we’d do all over again.
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#weekendgetaway #wandertogether

We hiked, explored a cave that took us to a waterfall 1200 ft beneath the surface, stood where you can see seven states, rode the steepest railway, and called a train car home for the night. Short trip but one we’d do all over again.
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#weekendgetaway #wandertogether

A day with my kids stopping at little free libraries around town, just seeing what we’d come accross. Aannddd now I want to put one in my community! #littlefreelibrary #bookhint #familytime

A day with my kids stopping at little free libraries around town, just seeing what we’d come accross. Aannddd now I want to put one in my community! #littlefreelibrary #bookhint #familytime

A window into everything I love to do. 🤍
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#photography #canvaspainting #books #hiyaweek132026 #flash_windowsview080

A window into everything I love to do. 🤍
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#photography #canvaspainting #books #hiyaweek132026 #flash_windowsview080

Tiny canvas, big personality #rosiethe😺

Tiny canvas, big personality #rosiethe😺

Architectural tracks
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#fms_together26 #hiyaweek132026 #flash_trains078

Architectural tracks
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#fms_together26 #hiyaweek132026 #flash_trains078

This one’s called: Reflections I Carry. Self-portrait in acrylic and resin. The reflection in the glasses holds what matters most, my children when they were little, and the memories that never leave you.

This one’s called: Reflections I Carry. Self-portrait in acrylic and resin. The reflection in the glasses holds what matters most, my children when they were little, and the memories that never leave you.

Saving space for what truly matters.

Saving space for what truly matters.

Sip happens ☕️

Sip happens ☕️

The best part of my life has been raising tiny people who became my favorite humans.

The best part of my life has been raising tiny people who became my favorite humans.

The art of home. Being away inspires me to create and reimagine the landscapes I miss most. On the last slide, you can catch a behind-the-scenes look at the process which can take several weeks.

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#canvaspainting #oldsanjuan #puertorico #boricua #puertoricogram #puertoricoholic #puertoricodoesitbetter

@puravida787
@placespuertorico
@discoverpuertorico
@tripsst.puertorico
@visitpuertorico
@turisteate.pr
@loves_puertorico
@puertorico.traveleres
@prstrongwepa

The art of home. Being away inspires me to create and reimagine the landscapes I miss most. On the last slide, you can catch a behind-the-scenes look at the process which can take several weeks.

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#canvaspainting #oldsanjuan #puertorico #boricua #puertoricogram #puertoricoholic #puertoricodoesitbetter

@puravida787
@placespuertorico
@discoverpuertorico
@tripsst.puertorico
@visitpuertorico
@turisteate.pr
@loves_puertorico
@puertorico.traveleres
@prstrongwepa

Old school wheels, new school drip

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#coolkidenergy #classicride #streetstyle

Old school wheels, new school drip

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#coolkidenergy #classicride #streetstyle

Two caps. One path. A thousand steps of becoming. 🎓 #FullCircle #collegegrad
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#lifestylephotography
#thesincerestoryteller #lifewellcaptured #graduation2025 #collegegraduate #hiyapapayaphotoaday #gramoftheday #ig_captures #flash_path047

Two caps. One path. A thousand steps of becoming. 🎓 #FullCircle #collegegrad
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#lifestylephotography
#thesincerestoryteller #lifewellcaptured #graduation2025 #collegegraduate #hiyapapayaphotoaday #gramoftheday #ig_captures #flash_path047

Boardwalk views
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#lifestylephotography
#thesincerestoryteller #lifewellcaptured #raw_florida #hashtagflorida #hiyapapayaphotoaday #divine_worldplaces #alluring_landscapes #gramoftheday #ig_captures #flash_lowangle042

Boardwalk views
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#lifestylephotography
#thesincerestoryteller #lifewellcaptured #raw_florida #hashtagflorida #hiyapapayaphotoaday #divine_worldplaces #alluring_landscapes #gramoftheday #ig_captures #flash_lowangle042

Streets of Old San Juan 🎨 through my brush 🖌️
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For this #flash_streets041 challenge, I’m sharing a few pieces from my collection inspired by the vibrant streets of Puerto Rico. They capture the colorful facades and iconic ocean view of Old San Juan.
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Swipe through to see one more from the series which earned an honorable mention in a recent art exhibition. Proof that every street tells a story. 🇵🇷
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And thank you to @carrollwoodculturalcenter for the opportunity to participate in this amazing collective exhibition filled with awesome art and talent. It was truly an unforgettable experience.
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#OldSanJuan #PuertoRicoArt #UrbanLandscape #StreetArt #PaintedPlaces #ArteBoricua #boricua #puertoricogram #puertoricoholic #puertoricodoesitbetter

Streets of Old San Juan 🎨 through my brush 🖌️
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For this #flash_streets041 challenge, I’m sharing a few pieces from my collection inspired by the vibrant streets of Puerto Rico. They capture the colorful facades and iconic ocean view of Old San Juan.
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Swipe through to see one more from the series which earned an honorable mention in a recent art exhibition. Proof that every street tells a story. 🇵🇷
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And thank you to @carrollwoodculturalcenter for the opportunity to participate in this amazing collective exhibition filled with awesome art and talent. It was truly an unforgettable experience.
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#OldSanJuan #PuertoRicoArt #UrbanLandscape #StreetArt #PaintedPlaces #ArteBoricua #boricua #puertoricogram #puertoricoholic #puertoricodoesitbetter

This book started as a list in my phone…words and phrases my kids didn’t recognize when we spoke like we did “back home”. It made me realize how easy it is to lose pieces of who we are when we’re far from where we come from. So here it is, one way I’m helping them (and hopefully others) stay connected, laugh a little, and remember that home is never really lost if we carry the language with us. 🇵🇷💬
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Available now on Amazon 📖

#puertorico #boricua #puertoricogram #puertoricoholic #puertoricodoesitbetter

This book started as a list in my phone…words and phrases my kids didn’t recognize when we spoke like we did “back home”. It made me realize how easy it is to lose pieces of who we are when we’re far from where we come from. So here it is, one way I’m helping them (and hopefully others) stay connected, laugh a little, and remember that home is never really lost if we carry the language with us. 🇵🇷💬
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Available now on Amazon 📖

#puertorico #boricua #puertoricogram #puertoricoholic #puertoricodoesitbetter

Nature’s texture

Nature’s texture

V.S.J. 💙

V.S.J. 💙

Some build, some fly.

Some build, some fly.

Succulent Skies.

Succulent Skies.

Doors that tell stories.

Doors that tell stories.

Moncho 🐾 #petportrait #canvaspainting

Moncho 🐾 #petportrait #canvaspainting

Windowscape 🪟✨
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#hiyapapayaphotoaday #raw_homestyle #raw_mobilephoto #fms_freechoice25 #flash_startsw026

Windowscape 🪟✨
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#hiyapapayaphotoaday #raw_homestyle #raw_mobilephoto #fms_freechoice25 #flash_startsw026

For years, I’ve told my kids to follow their hearts, pursue what brings them joy, and always believe in themselves. One day, I realized I needed to take my own advice. So, I decided to lead by example, not just with words but with action, to show them that it’s never too late to pursue what truly makes you happy.

Walking across that stage was surreal. As I looked out into the crowd and saw my family cheering for me, I felt an overwhelming sense of gratitude and love. It reminded me of the strength it took to get here and the support that carried me through.

This journey wasn’t just for my kids, it was also for my younger self. For the girl who felt lost and doubted she had what it takes to be great. To her, I say: you were always capable, and you always had it in you.

To my kids: you are my heart and my inspiration. This journey was for me, but it was also for you. Never stop believing in the power of your dreams and the value of hard work.

Here’s to new beginnings, endless possibilities, and the unwavering love of family.

#grad #valedictorian

For years, I’ve told my kids to follow their hearts, pursue what brings them joy, and always believe in themselves. One day, I realized I needed to take my own advice. So, I decided to lead by example, not just with words but with action, to show them that it’s never too late to pursue what truly makes you happy.

Walking across that stage was surreal. As I looked out into the crowd and saw my family cheering for me, I felt an overwhelming sense of gratitude and love. It reminded me of the strength it took to get here and the support that carried me through.

This journey wasn’t just for my kids, it was also for my younger self. For the girl who felt lost and doubted she had what it takes to be great. To her, I say: you were always capable, and you always had it in you.

To my kids: you are my heart and my inspiration. This journey was for me, but it was also for you. Never stop believing in the power of your dreams and the value of hard work.

Here’s to new beginnings, endless possibilities, and the unwavering love of family.

#grad #valedictorian

Story of us 🤍
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#bookstagram #IGreads #bookstagrammer #bookish #booklover #bookphotography #bookphotography #booklife #symmetryweek_hp #271_information_24 #flash_allwhite_012

Story of us 🤍
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#bookstagram #IGreads #bookstagrammer #bookish #booklover #bookphotography #bookphotography #booklife #symmetryweek_hp #271_information_24 #flash_allwhite_012

Self-portrait vector illustration inspired by one of my idols @malikafavre
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#graphicdesign #graphicdesigner #vectorillustration #vectorportrait #adobeillustrator #malikafavre
#neutralcolorsweek_hp #260_i_made_this_24 #flash_ai011

Self-portrait vector illustration inspired by one of my idols @malikafavre
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#graphicdesign #graphicdesigner #vectorillustration #vectorportrait #adobeillustrator #malikafavre
#neutralcolorsweek_hp #260_i_made_this_24 #flash_ai011

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