I am a Puerto Rican American artist and dedicated environmental activist whose commitment to climate change was ignited in my childhood in Miami, a city vulnerable to rising sea levels. The urgency of my mission intensified after witnessing Hurricane Maria's devastating impact on my family in Puerto Rico.

I am pursuing a degree in environmental studies with a concentration in international policy at Yale University. Studying watercolor at Yale inspired me to pursue it as my main medium. Influenced by artists such as J.M.W. Turner, John James Audubon, and Shiy De Jin, as well as the striking imagery of Ryujin that I encountered during my research in Japan, I work with ink and watercolor to capture the dynamics of feathers, water, and light.

As a climate journalist, I explore diverse global perspectives on sustainability. My international experiences have allowed me to gather compelling stories, such as the sustainable practices of an Italian convent, the climate wisdom of Buddhist monks in Japan, and the Swiss approach to climate accountability. I believe in the power of cultural exchange to foster ecological progress, and I embed these narratives into my art.

My paintings serve as an extension of my research, aiming to convey the emotions and essence of the individuals behind the climate stories I share. Ultimately, I seek to deepen the understanding of our environment and the communities affected by climate change, blending art and journalism. I am honored to be a part of the Yale COP delegation, which has enabled me to interact with the international climate legal regime under the UNFCCC. My work as a part of the youth climate movement has earned me recognition as a United Nations Academic Impact Millennium Fellow, an American Meteorological Society Minority Scholar, and an Aspen Climate Summit "Future Leader, " which has further propelled my progress in installing climate art exhibitions in Downtown Manhattan.