Art Exhibitions

Current Exhibition: Lavoro Sull’Ombra

It's amazing how universal trauma can be, yet we let our differences build walls instead of lengthening tables, making our worlds appear smaller and smaller. Life can start out with optimism yet can easily become manipulated into a cacophony of chaos through traumatic events, leaving only a sense of unreality and the inevitability of a new reality. But what if we had the power to change the dynamics of our collective story?

This is what Dante Alighieri's "Divine Comedy" strives to do--create a story of redemption within a narrative of seemingly endless despair. It examines the cyclical nature of our day-to-day lives, with Inferno representing the descent into chaos, Purgatorio the struggle to find inner strength and serenity, and Paradiso the ultimate return to balance and harmony or ascension to our Higher Self.

This timeless masterpiece has been brought to life through modern multimedia art in an exhibition called “Lavoro Sull’Ombra” (Shadow Work). As an American artist living in Florence, I've been intrigued by the influence of Dante's work on Italian culture and modern literature. This exhibition is a celebration of his magnum opus.

The multimedia art series is not only a visual exploration of Dante's masterpiece but also serves as a precursor to modern shadow work while offering powerful insight into mental health, oppressive systems, and marginalization. The exhibition delves into deeper themes of love, exile, and interpersonal and existential crises, exploring how it can be used as an opportunity for growth and self-transformation. As visitors explore the artwork, they may find themselves engaging in their own journey through the shadows toward the light—a reminder that even in our most obscured moments, there is always the possibility of finding the light within.

The exhibition will last from 11 November 2023 - 11 November 2024 and will be free to the public.



Current Exhibition: Desert Dreams | 21 September 2023 - 21 September 2024

Past Exhibitions & Events

  • Nocturnal Confessions | Florence (2022-2023)

  • In the Desert | Florence (2022)

  • Koffee with Kafka | London (2021-2022)

  • The Art of War: Transforming Trauma into Inspiration | Washington, DC (2021)

  • Warrior Writers 1st Annual Virtual Art Exhibition | New York (2021)

  • London Lighthouse Gallery | London (2021)

  • Fuetsan Famalao’an: A Journey Through Chamorro Matriarchy Virtual Exhibit | London (2021)

  • Global Women Veterans Exhibit @ The Beverly Hills Marriott | Beverly Hills (2019)

  • Decolonizing the Arts @ UCCS | Colorado Springs (2019)

  • "The Desert Warrior" Reading & Book Signing @ Janco Books | Las Vegas (2018)

  • No Borders: A Benefit Exhibition to Support the ACLU & IRAP @ Ground Floor Gallery | Brooklyn (2017)

  • Soldiers Period Panel Discussion @ Veterans Film Festival, SF Library | San Francisco (2016)

  • Lioness Screening @ Portland State University | Portland (2016)

  • Decolonizing the Prison and Military-Industrial Complex: A Client-Centered Approach @ Soros Justice Fellowship Conference | Phoenix (2016)

  • War Comes Home @ Cal Humanities | San Diego (2014)

  • WAR: A Night of Art, Poetry, Peace, and Healing: Creative works by war veterans and war refugees | San Diego (2014)

  • North Park Festival of Arts Exhibition | San Diego (2014)

  • Veteran Art Show @Swarthy’s | Pasadena (2014)

  • Encompassing Diversity Through Art @ AmeriCorps | San Diego (2014)

  • Made in America Trade Show @ The DoubleTree | Danvers, Massachusetts (2013)

  • Lioness Screening @ Hyatt Place | Las Vegas (2013)

  • The Art and Soul of Combat Veterans @ The Commonwealth Club | San Francisco (2013)

  • YELP 89XXXhibition @ Photo Bang Bang Gallery | Las Vegas (2013)

  • ART4NF Charity Art Auction @ The District | Henderson (2013)

  • MARVEL Exhibition @ The Act, Palazzo Hotel & Casino | Las Vegas (2013)

  • SHOUT! Art by Women Veterans @ San Francisco Women’s Building | San Francisco (2012)

  • Art auction to benefit Calpolli Teoxicalli | Tucson (2011)

  • Los Veteranos of Arizona Exhibit @ Xico Galeria | Chandler, Arizona (2011)

  • Los Veteranos de Arizona Gala @ Talking Stick Resort | Scottsdale, Arizona (2011)

  • Exhibition @ Solar Culture Gallery | Tucson (2011-2012)

  • Mirror Myself: A Self Portrait @ Industria Studios | Tucson (2011)

  • Los Veteranos de Arizona @ Xico Galeria | Chandler, Arizona (2010)

  • Lioness Screening @ Maysles Institute & Theater | New York (2010)

  • Quixote in Ramadi @ Smith College | Northampton, Massachusetts (2009)

  • Lioness Screening @ Cinema Paradiso | Fort Lauderdale (2009)