I began drawing at a very early age; I believe I was two when I first picked up a pencil to draw a rabbit, from that moment on I was mesmerized by the magic of drawing. At age seven I attended Pasadena Art Center to study sculpture and painting; my first painting was exhibited at the center. Another influential experience during this early period occurred when my uncle showed me how to draw geometric shapes. Technically, I never learned how to draw. I have always felt drawing to be a natural process - coming from within.

After receiving a B.A. degree in Art from University of California at Santa Cruz, I continued drawing and exhibiting. However, in 1981, I entered the computer world working in Silicon Valley for Ask Computer and Sun Microsystems in the Software Engineering divisions, co-developing new systems and products for the information age. In 2003, I began experimenting with Information Technology. Although, I am continuing this exploration, drawing always remains, ‘the heart’ of my work.

I wish to express my sincerest appreciation to my family, loyal friends, professors, art professionals, and foundations, who have generously supported my artistic vision.

Kindest regards— Julia d'Arcy

Copyright © Julia d´Arcy. El Día de Muertos, Oaxaca 2011