"The Gothic Butterfly Violin" by Rafael Colon, Maple/Spruce Wood nya at the New York Academy

at the New York Academy of Art

You can also see Mary’s artwork throughout the 2017 Southern Living Idea Home

The name ETTE is derived from a nickname her grandmother gave her as a child

Mixed Media

She has won several awards for her work

"The Gothic Butterfly Violin" by Rafael Colon, Maple/Spruce Wood nya at the New York Academy31 x 13 x 6 in Original Artwork 2019 Born in Puerto Rico and raised in the Bronx, Rafael Colon is a self taught, NYC based artist focused on illustrating, wood burning, and painting skateboards, canvases, sneakers, fabric, and wood. He is a former Marine and inspired by history, art history, and his travels. He is passionate about creating detailed work on a variety of media that is visually impactful, innovative, and imaginative.