“Music and art are the easiest way to connect people in a world so divided by politics. Anyone can get behind the music, the fun beats and/or the melancholy emotions without necessarily understanding the language. And visually, art can help others understand different viewpoints.”

“My favorite Latin visual artist is Carlos Cruz-Diez. He was a master of color and a central figure in the Venezuelan art world as well as the Kinetic art movement. People connect with his use of color and find poetry in his work.”

“Frida Kahlo changed the way women think about themselves. She was a true feminist. She made a stand on labels society puts on women and on expectations and the norm. She dressed the way she wanted. She did not shave or act the way society wants women to act. She paved the way for us to have a voice.”

“I grew up in Medellín, Colombia, surrounded by the works of Fernando Botero—his art reminds me of home. When it comes to music, I really enjoy singer Sebastián Yatra and currently have his music on replay.”

“I really like J Balvin’s music. The way he incorporates a variety of rhythms, beats, culture and languages has created a movement. Plus, it’s very enjoyable to listen to and, for sure, you have to dance it.”