Memory making moment: Frances Ruiz seeing her Welcome Race Fans artwork on the Artsgarden for the first time Puerto Rican artist francesruizgalarte creates vibrant mixed media collage paintings inspired by her heritage, experiences, and family memories. Ruiz’s ultimate objective is to infuse her paintings with joy and positive sentiments, leaving a lasting impression on viewers. Her Welcome Race Fans piece, Racing History of the World, honors her late father and celebrates the global unity of car racing. Help the Arts Council support the work of artists like Frances by making a donation at IndyArts.org/donate #ACreativeLifeforAll #IndyArts #IndyArtists #SupportTheArts #FundTheArts