“Together, we shall rise, undeterred, and redefine our shared destiny through art’s powerful language of truth.”

Mara Torres González is a gallerist, curator and artist from Puerto Rico. Mara demonstrated skill in art and design since her early childhood and started her trained artistic journey at the age of four at ‘Liga de Arte de San Juan’. After graduating from high school with an Art Honor Award and being certified by PRIDA, Puerto Rican Institute for the Development of the Arts, Mara continued to acquire formal art studies at the School of Fine Arts and Design of Puerto Rico, ‘Escuela de Artes Plásticas’, where she graduated with a B.F.A. in Fine Arts and Painting. 

In 2020 she founded MARA Art Studio + Gallery, which recently opened its doors on Palm Avenue. 

"In my artistic journey, I draw immense inspiration from the intricacies of politics, social issues, and cultural landscapes, especially where my country, my people, minority groups, and the oppressed are affected. A deep sense of hope, change, and justice fuels my creations, compelling me to bring attention to prevailing situations or problems."Conceptually, Torres's work is a labyrinth of layers, inviting viewers to embark on a profound journey, peeling back each stratum to reveal profound revelations. "I yearn for my art to evoke an emotional dialogue, even if it means confronting discomfort, as this cathartic experience fosters understanding and transformation."

Through her fearless expression, Torres challenges norms and invites contemplation, encouraging viewers to explore their own emotions and perspectives. Her ultimate goal is to spark conversations that lead to collective growth, igniting a fire of unity and action against injustice.