In October 2014, the New Jersey Senate and General Assembly passed a joint legislative resolution honoring Franck de Las Mercedes and the Peace Boxes Project, recognizing his contributions to the arts and community. Here's a more detailed breakdown: The Resolution: The resolution specifically honored Franck de Las Mercedes and his Peace Boxes Project. Purpose of the Honor: The resolution commended him for his "meritorious record of service, leadership, and commitment in the

The Art Maker (perils and rewards) - 2014 This is the very first painting I made after the fire. Because I was collaging before this happened, I was able to pick up where I had left off if at least technically. On the other hand, it was very tumultuous time both emotionally and psychologically. I didn't want to think about the total loss of my entire life as an artist up until that point. The title is inspired from a book I had read titled “Art & Fear: Observations On the Per

In times when you may feel like the world has come to a complete halt and it appears there’s no point to continue making art, don’t give up. Giving up won’t make you feel better nor whole. That moment when you feel you're suspended in a sort of void, that is the moment to you give in completely to the muse. If you don’t know your muse, invoke her. Especially in this period when you think nobody’s paying attention. In this you'll find truth and new paths to the future of your