Ray is a life-long musician and artist. He lives outside Lansing, Michigan with his wife of 45 years, Olga (@greatskinbyolga).

Ray taught himself how to play music when he was young. Inspired by the rock 'n' roll of the late 60s and early 70s, he decided to start a band. He didn't know anyone who played so he taught his brothers and started playing around town. While Ray's music career didn't exactly take off, it never stopped being an important part of his life. Once Ray and Olga had children, Ray taught his kids to play. That worked out better.

Ray and Olga love to work in their vegetable garden and around their property in the summer. All year around they can be found running with their local running club. Ray has run 6+ half marathons, he says hes gonna "win" the next one...

During the weekdays, when Olga is at work, Ray gets help in his studio from his art assistants Atticus Finch (rescued mini schnauzer 15yrs old) and Charles Baker "Dill" Harris (rescued tabby cat of unknown age). You'll see them both on his IG often, "helping" him work.

Ray is a proud Mexican American. His folk art is a reflection of his culture.