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visual artist and writer marisol diaz

i am a self-defined Nuyorican creative (that is a Puerto Rican who is from both the isles of Manhattan, NYC and the Caribbean). I share in the joy of education while now living in Oak Ridge, NJ with my two dogs and artist husband. Check out my Etsy shop for purchasable pieces. Please do not reproduce imagery off of this site without explicit permission.

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MARISOL I AM ON YOUR BLOG! HOW AWSOME IS THIS!!!!! lol :)

November 9, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterSabrina!

Hi!! I finally figured out how to get on to this...and post a comment!!! I didn't look around much...but I read what you wrote about gregg...he is an incredible artist, and person....and so are you. I love love love how you describe the introvert/extrovert dichotomy-such a cool way to describe it!

I will get back on soon and look around some more...I am really going to miss you guys.....but am hoping we will stay in touch...
xxoo
hope you are enjoying the summer
elissa

July 24, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterElissa

Hey Marisol:

Thank you for sharing your fabulous website. I finally am getting around to sitting down, wearing your great T-Shirt and viewing your inspiring work. It makes me want to try to gather all my work between Fort Lee, East Hampton and Sarasota and do something with it!!!

We missed you during our last few dinners and know that the food sent home via Gregg was sent with lots of love.

OXOX Arline

June 26, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterArline Stein

So this is me FINALLY leaving a comment on you blog, WHICH I ABSOLUTELY LOVE!!

Your artwork is so beautiful and inspirational to me in more ways than you could ever know!
I'm particularly fond of you sketch book series.

I miss you Ms. Diaz, and hope to see you soon!

Love always,
Amina

February 22, 2009 | Unregistered CommenterAmina Lawrence

Love the blog! Hope all is well :)

November 18, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterVJ Aynilian

In actual fact very good site...successes are in advancement

November 12, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterAnteveRew

All hello! Good site

November 9, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterEssellanend

Good site, comfortable navigation.

November 8, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterSmoomCexGlope

Thank you very much for a good site

November 7, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterDETCRITSDROTH

Awesome work M! So happy to be able to see your work "live"! (And very grateful for FB!)
Will definitely swing by the exhibit again before it closes. xoxo Sue (& Nick)

September 22, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterSusan Tsang-Guarracino

YOur Bro' and Me really loves you! AHORA SI! IN SPANISH!!!JAJAJ..Te felicitamos por tu excelente e incansable trabajo. Eres persistente, esforzada y muy apasionada con todo lo que haces...admiramos tu empeƱo, tu excelencia y la calidad con la que trabajas. Que Dios siga dirigiendo tus pasos y te lleve a alcanzar los nuevos retos que te propongas.

We love you,

M & S

June 23, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterSOM

WOW!!! You definately got all the genes for talent in the family. Beautiful and inspiring work...I love this site. I wish you continous success and the very best that life has bring.

May 7, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterJanette Diaz

So this is my second visit and WOW!!! you have been quite busy. I must tell you that I came, I saw and I am jealous. Your photos of the trip to Europe are outstanding and I love the way you have presented them. I can hear your voice in the commentary Congrats again on finding another way to share your love and creation of art. I WILL BE BACK!!!!!!!!

April 16, 2008 | Unregistered Commenterclinton

It's like being able to pick your brain without taking away from your class time..not that I wont continue to do that anyway. I love your glass work, always have; the bird series is beautiful. Hope to see you guys soon.
Lilly

February 26, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterLillian Clements

Ms. Diaz!! I love you so much and I miss you! Congratulations on everything that you have accomplished. It is so inspiring to see you doing so well with your beautiful creations. I miss you <3
Nicky

February 25, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterNicky!!

My Impressions

I.
Deep Black in royal red poverty
Gazing eyes into no answer from above
Prince and Princess suckle white drops
The milk does not flow free
Are we?

II.
Too Long outside in in.
Too Long inside in in.
too long Too Long.
Outside hinting at inside.
Inside wanting out.
Coming....

Beautiful in form and process.
A glimpse inside.

Love,
Joe

February 11, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterJoe Murphy

Ms. Diaz,

i absolutely love the work that you have displayed here on the site..inspiring in so many ways :)

congratulations.

love, Maya

February 10, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterMaya G

Mari, I am so proud of you. All of the accomplishments you have achieved and that you continue to acheive. Keep up the great work.I love you!!!!

(http://www.myspace.com/sonsofanillustriousfather)

February 8, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterLilah

looking good, but you should make my band's myspace one of your favorite sites. and put the glass stuff up! and the herstory paintings!

~ L

February 8, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterLilah

Love the work! I can't wait to see your most recent pieces from Texas in person. I'm glad to see you glass work up too - way too cool!
-Laura (

February 7, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterLaura

hi ms.Diaz!!! I have to say I am in Love with your website!!!! =) and i think your fabulous -.Why didn't you tell me your Texas pieces were so good i feel in love with them. Congrats.
-love luisa

February 6, 2008 | Unregistered Commenterluisa

Awesome stuff Mrs. Diaz!!! I love it all. Its very cool that you can bring such beauty to death in your 'On Dying' Portfolio. Can't wait to see even more!
- Julia
(your favorite student ever)

February 5, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterJulia Schneider

Heyy Mrs.Diaz!!
So you finally updated your stuff and made a blog, yay! Its fantastic!! I love love love the San Antonio Exhibit stains. My favorites are the first one, and the girl swimming.
Also, I just watched the youtube video, and you are right,the song/sound is necessary for the video.I think its really neat and I've watched it like three times.
xoxo -steph

February 5, 2008 | Unregistered CommenterSteph

Congratulations on your continuing exploration of what it means to be an artist. This new site is wonderful and allows you to showcase your various interests and talents. I particularly love the narration of your journey through words and pictures. The passion that leaps from each page is both fire and water. Very powerful! clinton

February 5, 2008 | Unregistered Commenterclinton

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