La Amapola
(2022) acrylic on canvas, 60 x 48 in.
In 2017, Puerto Ricans everywhere were left feeling incredibly helpless after Hurricane Maria ravaged the island. From the depths of tragedy, the world witnessed a stunning example of true resilience. Here, the national flower of PR, ‘la amapola’ or hibiscus, is superimposed on the turbulent beach scene, embodying the beauty and strength of the people it represents.