About Me

I was born in Cleveland, Ohio but raised in Guatemala City. I had the opportunity to grow up among indigenous artists who reflected the colors and patterns of every day Guatemala. Trained as an environmental engineer and indigenous sociologist, I had the opportunity to work with many indigenous communities -- around Guatemala as well as in many other countries in Latin America. Professionally, I worked over 40 years in international humanitarian relief and development with emphasis in poverty alleviation programs. This gave me the opportunity to travel the world and explore the colors and patterns of many other indigenous communities.