Founding Artists
Artistas Fundadores
HECTOR BOLDO
Mexico
Hector Boldo's work is dynamic, full of color, and reflective of his roots, mood, and personality. In his work, he uses oils to deconstruct Mexican culture and American pop culture, folkloric dancing, celebrities, his dreams, and finds inspiration in other artists.
"I am excited to finally see the creation of the Mississippi Latinx Art Association and to showcase my art alongside other talented artists in our community."
HECTOR BOLDO / MIXED MEDIA ARTIST
JACQUELINE GONZALEZ WOOTON
Puerto Rico
Jacqueline was born in Puerto Rico and raised in New Orleans, LA. Jackie, as she is mostly known, creates immersive and thought-provoking experiences through her work with mixed media and encaustics, where she incorporates found objects, vintage items and ephemera, found during her extensive travels around the world.
"I am so looking forward to be able to connect with other latin artists in our community and share my passion with a wider audience."
JACQUELINE GONZALEZ WOOTON / MIXED MEDIA ARTIST
MLAA Members
Miembros de MLAA
Catalina Olavarría
Chile
Catalina is a local musician and dancer, originally from the region of Valparaiso, Chile. A cast member of Hattiesburlesque, she received a degree in applied music at the University of Southern Mississippi.
Cristina Ortiz
Colombia
Originally from Colombia, Cristina is an industrial engineer and owner of Kris Ortiz Photography. She moved to Hattiesburg eight years ago and since then has been looking forward to getting closer to the Hattiesburg Latin Community.
Jeffrey Ganan
Ecuador
First generation from Washington,DC and a member of a proudly Ecuadorian family. He has been happy to call downtown Hattiesburg his home for the past seven years and he is excited and looking forward to be involved with the latin community via MLAA.