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Inspired by honoring the spirit of our ancestors, most of my artwork revolves around the cultural traditions of Day of the Dead. Since the idea of dying is something that we all have in common, I am keeping a balance by honoring the dead and celebrating life. Utilizing a variety of mediums-from recycled goods to house wares to the human body-I have succeeded in captivating a common thread while paying tribute to past and present artists. I am a self-taught artist and an Oakland Native. My cultural ancestry is Mexican, Peruvian and El Salvadorian. I am part of the Oakland Artisan Marketplace and sell my work at the Jack London Square farmer's market on Sundays. In addition to my artwork, I was a panelist for the Oakland Cultural Arts Funding Program in 2003 & 2004. This year I am the acting cultural funding program assistant for the City of Oakland’s Cultural Funding Program. I am also an active member of the Dia de los Muertos Committee at the Oakland Museum as well as the exhibit guide coordinator for the annual Dia de Los Muertos exhibition. As a community cultural activist, I am able to share my creative visions and experiences on a multi-cultural and intergenerational level. I hope to continue creating a positive focal point for our community by heightening respect for cultural awareness and for our elders. By providing an alternative learning environment, I believe that we can learn about each other’s culture and re-connect with our own. While doing this we can re-establish family values, create unity and come together in harmony. check out more stuff @ www.oaklandartisanmarketplace.org.

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El mundo de Laura says:

Es una mujer bella por fuera y dentro, su sensibilidad la hace ser talentosa y creativa. Tenemos gustos similares: nos encanta México, sus artesanías, sus paisajes, Frida Kahlo, Gael García, Gwen Stefani y No Doubt. Fue un placer conocerla este año cuando estuvo en mi ciudad Puebla, es una excelente persona y amiga… Read more

Es una mujer bella por fuera y dentro, su sensibilidad la hace ser talentosa y creativa. Tenemos gustos similares: nos encanta México, sus artesanías, sus paisajes, Frida Kahlo, Gael García, Gwen Stefani y No Doubt. Fue un placer conocerla este año cuando estuvo en mi ciudad Puebla, es una excelente persona y amiga, espero pronto visitarla en California.

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September 10, 2008
Lynnette April Cooper says:

It has been such a pleasure to come across your flickr site!!! I'm in Love with Mexico and all the rich colors and art from that country. I'm a huge fan of Frida Kahlo and was fortunate to see one of her original paintings in Toto Santos, Mexico!!! Your such a dynamic young lady and I Love your Art Style and your t… Read more

It has been such a pleasure to come across your flickr site!!! I'm in Love with Mexico and all the rich colors and art from that country. I'm a huge fan of Frida Kahlo and was fortunate to see one of her original paintings in Toto Santos, Mexico!!! Your such a dynamic young lady and I Love your Art Style and your talents reach way into the Universe!!!! I'll be watching your site for new things and its been fun to have a birds eye view of your visions and other like artists you attract. Thank you for sharing with the world, your a "Jewel In The Crown Of Life, Lynnette April.

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November 13, 2007