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Fruto de Borínken

Hector Rodriguez

"This piece is a heartfelt homage to the incredible women in my family and the rich culture of Puerto Rico. It captures my deep love for the natural beauty, vibrant music, and passionate spirit that flows through their veins—expressed in our delicious food, lively attitudes, and the immense love they have shared with me. It also evokes the powerful warmth of the midday sun in Puerto Rico, reflecting the essence of our cherished heritage."

This work of art is acrylic on canvas.
Fruto de Borínken (Vase Close-Up)

Hector Rodriguez

"This piece is a heartfelt homage to the incredible women in my family and the rich culture of Puerto Rico. It captures my deep love for the natural beauty, vibrant music, and passionate spirit that flows through their veins—expressed in our delicious food, lively attitudes, and the immense love they have shared with me. It also evokes the powerful warmth of the midday sun in Puerto Rico, reflecting the essence of our cherished heritage."

This work of art is acrylic on canvas.
Fuerza de Vida

Hector Rodriguez

Title translated to "Life Force."

This work of art is acrylic on canvas, 14.5” by 20.5”.

For as long as I can remember, my family’s strong and resilient women have profoundly influenced my perspective and journey through life. For many years, I found it difficult to comprehend my mother’s heart-wrenching decision to leave me behind with my grandfather as a child in the vibrant yet challenging landscape of Puerto Rico. However, her actions became apparent as I delved deeper into her story. I envisioned a young woman fiercely reclaiming her agency, bravely standing against a cycle of abuse, and making the agonizing choice to sacrifice her child in pursuit of her freedom and dignity.
Sustento del Espíritu (Triptych)

Hector Rodriguez

Title translated to, "Sustenance of the Spirit."

Created 2025.

This work of art is a triptych, acrylic on canvas.
Sustento del Espíritu (Triptych - Center)

Hector Rodriguez

Title translated to, "Sustenance of the Spirit."

Created 2025.

This work of art is part of a triptych, acrylic on canvas.
Sustento del Espíritu (Triptych - Left)

Hector Rodriguez

Title translated to, "Sustenance of the Spirit."

Created 2025.

This work of art is part of a triptych, acrylic on canvas.
Sustento del Espíritu (Triptych - Right)

Hector Rodriguez

Title translated to, "Sustenance of the Spirit."

Created 2025.

This work of art is part of a triptych, acrylic on canvas.
Susurros de Borinken

Hector Rodriguez

Title translated to, "Whispers of Puerto Rico."

Created 2025.

This work of art is acrylic on canvas, 36” by 24”.
The Movement

Hector Rodriguez

This work of art is colored pencil and acrylic highlights on mixed media paper, 18” by 24”.

This artwork captures the powerful essence of women from diverse cultures worldwide, uniting in a vibrant display of strength and solidarity. It depicts their courageous struggle to assert their rights and embrace their individuality, breaking free from the constraints that society has traditionally imposed upon them. The piece symbolizes a profound sense of unity woven together with threads of love, resilience, and empowerment. Each figure radiates determination, reflecting the unique stories and journeys of women who boldly carve their own paths and claim their rightful place in the world.
Unnamed (2025)

Hector Rodriguez

Created 2025.

This work of art is acrylic and mixed media on canvas with epoxy resin.
Yemaya

Hector Rodriguez

Created 2025.

This work of art is shells, epoxy, and mixed media on board.

Yemaya, the orisha of the sea, considered a mother figure in Yoruba mythology.
Agua y Fuego

Hector Rodriguez

Title translated to "Water and Fire."

This work of art is colored pencil on mixed media paper, 18x24.

I began this piece at the Fishkill Correctional Facility on March 19, 2022. A close friend had recently visited Culebra, a picturesque island just 20 miles east of Puerto Rico in the shimmering Caribbean Sea. She graciously shared a collection of photographs from her trip. As I sifted through them, one image captivated me: a majestic mountain that, in its silhouette, evoked the silhouette of a woman’s body peacefully reclined beneath a blazing sky.

This striking resemblance stirred deep emotions, merging my artistic inspiration from her snapshots with my profound love for my homeland. Driven by this vision, I poured my heart into creating this piece. However, as fate would have it, the work suffered damage due to unfortunate mishandling. After thoroughly retouching and altering its appearance, I marked it with a new date: 2024.
Elizabeth's Garden of Delight

Hector Rodriguez

Created 2024.

This work of art is color pencils on mixed media paper, 18” by 24”.
Floating in Stillness (Front View)

Hector Rodriguez

Created 2024.

This work of art is ink, watercolor and acrylic on mixed media paper.
Floating in Stillness (Side View)

Hector Rodriguez

Created 2024.

This work of art is ink, watercolor and acrylic on mixed media paper.
Green Haven

Hector Rodriguez

Created 2024

This work of art is acrylic on burlap with a repurposed frame with paper mache, gold acrylic and spray paint.
Green Haven (Close-Up)

Hector Rodriguez

Created 2024

This work of art is acrylic on burlap with a repurposed frame with paper mache, gold acrylic and spray paint.
Green Haven (Frame Close-Up)

Hector Rodriguez

Created 2024.

This work of art is acrylic on burlap with a repurposed frame with paper mache, gold acrylic and spray paint.
Incarcerated Thoughts

Hector Rodriguez

Created 2024

This work of art is acrylic on burlap.
Incarcerated Thoughts (Left Half Close-Up)

Hector Rodriguez

Created 2024

This work of art is acrylic on burlap.
Incarcerated Thoughts (Right Half Close-Up)

Hector Rodriguez

Created 2024

This work of art is acrylic on burlap.
Incarcerated Thoughts (Upper Half Close-Up)

Hector Rodriguez

Created 2024

This work of art is acrylic on burlap.
Nature's Echoes (Triptych)

Hector Rodriguez

Created 2024.

This work of art is a triptych, acrylic on canvas, 20” by 90”.

The confinement of a 6’ by 8’ prison cell became a place for me to explore and travel back to the memories of being in nature with my mother. This piece was inspired by those memories and the forest sounds that still echo within me. These sounds and memories kept me free during my incarceration.
Nature's Echoes (Triptych - Center)

Hector Rodriguez

Created 2024.

This work of art is part of a triptych, acrylic on canvas, 20” by 90”.

The confinement of a 6’ by 8’ prison cell became a place for me to explore and travel back to the memories of being in nature with my mother. This piece was inspired by those memories and the forest sounds that still echo within me. These sounds and memories kept me free during my incarceration.
Nature's Echoes (Triptych - Left)

Hector Rodriguez

Created 2024.

This work of art is part of a triptych, acrylic on canvas, 20” by 90”.

The confinement of a 6’ by 8’ prison cell became a place for me to explore and travel back to the memories of being in nature with my mother. This piece was inspired by those memories and the forest sounds that still echo within me. These sounds and memories kept me free during my incarceration.