We had the good fortune of connecting with Victor Dieguez and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Victor, what led you to pursuing a creative path professionally?
The reason I wanted to pursue a career in art was to enjoy the short time we have on this little planet we call Earth. Ive always been told that art wont make me money, that I wouldn’t be successful, or to get a real job. So what? I live the rest of my life yearning for what the musical box in my heart longs for, or sit in a depressed and desolate quiet; with the only noise being the echoes of my sorrows. I want to live a life worth living. A place where I can find solace in the small things and not have to drown in the overwhelming complexities of a capitalistic lifestyle. to me it helps free my mind and make me enjoy the life Ive been given.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
My name is Victor Dieguez I am currently an 18 yr old queer and latino artist based in Miami, Florida. My artwork can be described as cinematic, emotional, dimensional, and detail oriented. I put a lot of thought and planning when it comes to my art work as I want it to be understood by the viewer for what it is meant to be, yet be open to interpretation.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
So my favorite place is Wynwood I would take them to my fav spots which are a vintage store in the design district called Peachtree Revival and get styled by the lovely workers. After head to my favorite food spots being Suviche a peruvian fusion cuisine restaurant and cap with a delicious pie from Fireman Derek’s down the street. Lastly go sight seeing in Miami Beach at night enjoying the sounds of the beach at night.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I would love to dedicate this shoutout to the women in my life. Especially my Mom and Sister they taught me to be unconditionally myself and to feel my emotions out. With them teaching me to be emotionally profound I’ve found ways to channel those feelings into my creative process. If it werent for them them I wouldn’t be the person I am today.

Website: vdieguez.carrd.co

Instagram: 1dk.vicsb0rd

Other: I have two other insta acc; @idk.vicsdraw @victor.dieguez6190

Image Credits
Face Photo-@ggaby.martinez on instagram

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