May Artist of The Month at RRAA

Dominica Ramirez was chosen Artist of the Month for May at River Region Art Gallery. She is a self-taught artist from Baton Rouge who enjoys using bright colors and a good amount of humor in her artwork. Much of her artwork portrays a Spanish influence.

Dominica mostly makes Day of the Dead shrine boxes, but also enjoys painting other objects from wooden jewelry boxes to switch plates. Her shrine boxes are created to celebrate people, places and ideas. She encourages people to place requests in order to make the art an interactive process.

Dominica has lived in California, New York and Virginia, and has traveled extensively. She always stresses the importance of travel, whether ten miles down the road or ten hours across the Atlantic. A graduate from Louisiana State University, she holds a B.A. and an M.A. in Anthropology, a discipline that allowed her to explore the history and culture of the state of Louisiana, a constant source of inspiration.

Presently Dominica is serving as newsletter editor for River Region Art Association. Her colorful exhibit are on display at River Region Art Gallery. The Gallery is open Tuesday-Sunday from 10-5 for public viewing.