Binational artist from San Luis, Mexico gains national attention in U.S.

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) - A binational artist from San Luis, Mexico is gaining national attention in the U.S.

Artist Violeta Issacs entered a major art competition called "The People's Artist," presented by actor Johnny Depp.

Isaacs says her art represents both her Mexican and American roots.

The competition celebrates visual artists from across the country and offers the winner $25,000 and a feature in Artforum Magazine, as well as the opportunity to exhibit artwork in Los Angeles.

"I'm an artist...no doubt I'm an artist and I'm born with this capacity for makes me feel better and better and experience with whatever I have in my hand," Issacs shared.

Issacs currently holds third place in the national voting, and she says winning would be a way to honor both cultures that have shaped her life and give back through art to the communities that inspired her.

Public voting remains open. If anyone wants to vote for Isaacs, click here.