Explore the who, what, where, why & how of Leslie M. Guzman’s art—her inspirations, process, and cultural roots as a Guatemalan interdisciplinary artist.”

Discover how a trip to Antigua, Guatemala inspired a new collage series by artist Leslie M. Guzman. Explore the colors, textures, and ancestral stories hidden in the city's iconic houses—translated through layered, mixed media art.

“The Vibrant Woman” is a mixed-media collage rooted in culture, personal trauma, and ancestral storytelling. In this post, Guatemalan-American artist Leslie M. Guzman shares how vibrant color, texture, and symbolism helped her transform pain into power—and art into healing.

Abstract painting began as a birthday gift for my son’s birthday—but it became something much deeper. By leaving space for him to paint alongside me, the work turned into a shared memory, a lesson in trust, and a reminder that art doesn’t have to be perfect to be meaningful.