Maria Reyna Cabral

Born in Mexico City

Lives & works in Northern California 

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I was born in Mexico City and migrated to California when I was 12 years old. Adjusting to the USA was a bit harsh since I didn’t understand one word of English. I was bullied by kids that didn’t know better. There was a kind girl who made life bearable. We would hang out after class, and even though we couldn’t speak the same language, she taught me how to draw horses. When I look at the image below, it brings back those fond memories, of being able to communicate through Art. I attribute this image to that experience. I call it “Coming to America.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I think of Art as an expression of the Soul. It’s a way to express what is within us, that can’t be expressed in words or writing. There is no other type of communication method that can express emotions like Art.
When people view your Artwork, they may not be able to see and feel what you see and feel, but if they look close enough, they will find their own meaning.

 

The Lines in my Artwork evolved from all those years of listening to lectures and meetings. While listening to speakers talk, I would create a frame full of doodling around my notes. There was no meaning. I just liked the feel of the lines and movement. As I started to add color, images started to evolve.

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One of my greatest passions was playing soccer. I would organize my entire Family, Work, and Love life around soccer games. You will see a lot of these characters in my work. I call this one “Have to Run.”

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After so many years of playing soccer, my body stopped responding to the demands of the game. So now I occasionally go kick the ball around with a group of close friends.

I have a BA in “Industrial Organizational Psychology.” Worked as a “Technical Trainer” at Semiconductor Equipment companies. Currently work in IT for a Clinical Organization, mainly supporting an Electronic
Medical Record system. My interest in Psychology stemmed from an interest and curiosity in how we process thoughts and emotions.

Not being able to play the game I was so passionate about, forced me to reflect and search for my life’s purpose. I call this one “In Search for Meaning.”

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I was forced to readjust to life circumstances when Covid hit.
I turned to nature and since Plants bring me comfort and joy; I started looking for ways to give my plants a beautiful pot to live in. When I looked for pots, I found the colors to be boring and anything with a
design was overpriced. Hence the pot painting idea was born. I started painting my own pots with my own design and vibrant colors.

My goal is to share my knowledge and show anyone who is interested, how to tap into their own creativity. When you create what comes from you, it is unique and priceless.