James De La Vega

Believe in yourself and stop trying to convince others.

Be mindful even if your mind is full.

I encourage everyone to become their dream. Most young people get sidetracked and never end up doing what they really set out to do.

Enjoy the day as if it were your last.

Beauty magazines make my girlfriend feel ugly.

I like the idea of the artist going out in the world, creating a dialogue.

I was blown away by being able to color. Then I started to draw... bringing a blank white canvas to life was fascinating.

I want to get people thinking.

Become your dream.

I want people to take pride in Spanish Harlem. These are people that everyone in the community could relate to... people who mean something special to us.

The pressure of survival in the big city will make you lose sight of your dream... Hang in there.