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Word Sketches — Images created with words
Have you ever tried to draw an image of something in your head using colored pencils, crayons, or watercolors? You must understand then the effort, creativity, and courage necessary to bring those images to the paper. I hope the words I sketch here will help you see the images I am creating for you. Even better, you may be inspired to create word sketches of your own!
Duende—Is the goblin in our shoulder inspiring our best work?
An artist's dream is to produce a work that's not only entertaining but inspiring; something that's not merely beautiful, but profound; something transformative for the person who is experiencing the work of art. In 2026 our art must remain distinct from what AI can produce, and the only thing AI cannot do is transcend the fear of its own death.
A Second Chance for a New Dawn: The Journey
Growing up in Puerto Rico, I heard this often: “No por mucho madrugar amanece más temprano.” It means sunrise doesn't come any sooner simply because you wake up a lot earlier. This new dawning has taken a lot of time to arrive for me, but it's almost here: Orange Blossom Publishing will release my new book on May 3, 2023!