"Ever since I was a child, I have posessed above average artistic skills. Creativity cannot be taught. I believe that true artist are born with their talent. Art skills may be aquired from taking instruction from another, but genuine artistic talent must ultimately be God given. I can proudly say that I am commissioned by no one, conform to no artistic rules or standards, have no mentor and have never taken an art class. I consider myself a free artist whos style is pure and uncorrupted. My major influence is the belief in myself and the way I see the world in my eyes. One day I will leave this world, but my soul will live forever in the art that I leave behind."

Antonio Ortiz