HCSI Christmas Fundraiser

Diaz has been able to exhibit nationally and internationally, and has collectors in both. Some who enjoy Diaz’s work include, Liza Minnelli, Rob Thomas, BJ and Gloria Thomas, Courtney Rainwater and many others. With a PBS special that aired in the US, Canada and Russia, Diaz received additional international attention. The artist has also been able to paint live with great musicians such as Seth Simmons, Jewel, Manhattan Transfer, George Winston, David Moneit and BJ Thomas, The Dallas Wind Symphony to name a few. Diaz has also performed live for a special event for President Bush. 

“I was born in Havana, Cuba, to a Cuban immigrant businessman who fled an oppressive Communist regime. I learned early that there are those who will go through life with little or nothing they can call their own”, said Diaz. “I have traveled to many countries and personally experience what poverty truly is. I am grateful to be able to help raise funds for those in need.” 

Diaz live painting production at the Hispanic Center fundraiser event will be his first appearance in Arkansas. He will begin with a blank canvas and will conclude when the finished painting is auctioned off at the event. 

The HCSI’s “Christmas for the Children” event, in collaboration with Southwest Church of Christ and Arkansas State University, will raise funds to support programs and services for the educational development of Hispanic youth of Jonesboro. Event tickets are $75 per person or $125 per couple. All tickets and items auctioned at the event are tax-deductible. 

For more information about the event, tickets or sponsor opportunities, please call at (870) 926-1118, (870) 931-1884 or e-mail to info@hcsi.org.