Testimonials
José Vasquez has taken his passion for his job and turned it into an art form. As a cardiac monitoring technician in the Central Monitoring Unit, Vasquez monitors the heart rhythms of cardiac patients and watches for any abnormal rhythms, and this became the inspiration for his drawings and paintings. Although he began drawing at a young age, Vasquez “lost track” of it as he grew older and started working. That is, until inspiration returned while he was monitoring a patient who went into a deadly rhythm. “This patient was going through so many deadly arrhythmias, and I had never seen anything like that in all the years I had been a technician,” he says. “So I started thinking about what could be going through his mind at that time, as he was fighting for his life, and as doctors were trying to save him.” Soon after, Vasquez drew a heart, surrounded by faces and heads, each of which represented one of the arrhythmias. He considers the work, named “Slow Death,” his signature drawing. Now Vasquez is planning his first art show from 7 p.m.-11 p.m. on Friday, April 25, 2006 at the Artist Review Today (in the Galleria, 1301 E. 9th St .). Complete with Tango dancing, music and beverages, Vasquez says it may not be a “traditional” art show, but it will be an inspiration.
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Good luck Jose. It is an honor to work with you and to get to see your work firsthand. You were given a great gift and I am glad to see you use it.
-Theresa Sherman
Hi Jose! I haven't seen you around the Clinic. I guess you're just as busy as I. Whenever you can, please contact me. Looking forward to talk and to see your work.-Lolita Wilson
Hi Jose, congratulations!! I am glad to see a Latino featured as a key asset of our institution. I wanted to let you know that our Office of Diversity has implemented an employee resource group for Hispanics/Latinos. The name of our group is SALUD. If you would like more information please contact me via email at gonzalea@ccf.org. t--Andres Gonzalez
Jose, it is certainly a pleasure to work with you. You are a very intelligent and creative person.You had a vision and I am so glad to see its first manifestations. I am so excited for you and proud of you. It is inspirational to watch as you come into your purpose. Continue to dream and create. May many blessings and prosperity and health be yours. Sincerely,
-Jimita Strong
Way to go, Jose. Your art is awesome!! Congratulations!
-Jodi Shannon
Very proud of you that you have continued to use beautiful art as paintings, drawings, etc. that gift that God has given you. Keep it up.
-Andreita Arsenault
Jose, Good luck with your Art Show. My family and I are going to try and stop by, depends how Seth's Baseball Tournament goes! I enjoy your drawings! Good Luck!
-Tim Anderson
Dear Jose, I've enjoyed reading your story very much, especially the part about your artwork and the unusual way that you expressed yourself on a canvas. I too am an artist, but I don't take the time to actually create and recreate anything.
-Judy Barne
I just want to say, no matter how big an art show is, it's ART and it's the picture, act, song or dance that is the reflection of one's self and their thoughts and feelings. Congrats, it's hard out here in the art world and to make a statement and to be able to show people how you express yourself is a lucky thing, so keep up the great work and good LUCK!!!!!
-Cindy Chalabian
Congratulations, Jose, on your art displays. Unfortunately I have to work that night so I won't be able to come, but I look forward to seeing the pictures.
-Shunette Johnson
Way to go José! Very impressive artwork from an impressive person.-Brendan Chambers
I read your article and would like to congratulate you on your work of art. Just always remember it's never too late. I hope you make the best of your night!
-Latoye Lipscomb
Congratulations on being recognized for your contribution to healthcare. As I was growing up in Lorain, Ohio, which has a very large population of Hispanics, one of the things that was always said in the community was that we Hispanics have to stick together. I agree that is true, but how is it that we go about sticking together? How I have grown to understand that mentality is: We as Hispanics have to build on what our parents stated when they immigrated. The way we build on that is to involve ourselves in the mainstream of the American culture and impact the work force. That is how I understand sticking togeter. You being recognized re-enforces that understanding to me. Thank you.
-Anibal P Morales
That is fascinating. Thank you for sharing.
-Shira Josefovitz
Congrats brother! Your artwork is amazing. Keep up the good work!
-Adam Stallman
Good job! Can't wait to see to see your artwork!!
-Jennifer White
JOSE'S Paintings ROCK!!!! I look forward to seeing your art show. Everybody is going to be there. Bring your money guys; his paintings are worth it. Good luck, Jose.
-Timothy Nussbaum
Very inspirational!
-Jennifer Petriella
Stay encouraged and keep up the good work, inspiration comes from the most unexpected things, but to have the ability to bring life into something is an amazing gift.
-Tanyka M. Brown
I am very impressed with your story and just wanted to say how great it feels to read your inspiration. Keep up the good work, and I am happy you found your way back to the art world. I look forward to attending your show.
-Laverne Taylor-Hines
Awesome! I'm sure you are an inspiration to your patients and others. Good luck with the show!
-Martha Salmonson
Jose....What an accomplishment!!!! I cannot wait to see your artwork.
See you soon!!!
-April Kraus
I think it is wonderful that you have found yourself again. We all get caught in the daily rut and it is a very special person that recognizes their "gift" or passion and are willing to share it with others. Thank You.
-Mattie Dalton
Good luck to you, Jose!
-Carrie Seames
Great job Jose! We can't wait to see all of your amazing artwork.
-Michelle Holley
