Put Your Arms Around Me Honey

Artist Bio:
Ray Smith is an American artist born in 1959 in Brownsville, Texas. He is known for his vibrant and colorful paintings that often combine elements of Mexican and American culture. Smith's work is characterized by a mix of abstract and figurative elements, with bold brushstrokes and a playful use of color.

Smith studied at the University of Texas at Austin and later moved to New York City, where he became part of the vibrant art scene of the 1980s. He has exhibited his work in galleries and museums around the world, including the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes in Havana, Cuba. Ray Smith's art is influenced by his Mexican heritage and his experiences living in both Mexico and the United States, resulting in a unique and dynamic style that has garnered him international recognition.