I write about art and the creative process, always through a spiritual lens. My reflections move between the studio and the marketplace, drawing on decades of experience in commercial real estate and business strategy. Here, art becomes more than expression—it becomes a vocation, a livelihood, and a bridge to the sacred. If you’re drawn to creativity not only as craft but as a calling, this space is for you.
Welcome to Obliq Art: The Journey
I’m Larry Ortega—artist, storyteller, and what I like to call a Spiritual Cartographer. My work lives at the intersection of light, landscape, and the unseen. I sculpt botanical forms out of resin and rare earth minerals, create digital works infused with desert skies and mountain storms, and write reflections that trace both the physical and spiritual terrain of my life.
This Substack is where I bring it all together:
- Art — my own creations, and the work of fellow artists I admire.
- Stories — essays and reflections drawn from decades in art, business, and faith.
- Journeys — dispatches from the desert canyons of Phoenix to the mountain air of Prescott, each chapter adding new perspective to my creative path.
If you’re a collector, a fellow creative, or simply someone seeking inspiration, you’ll find here a blend of imagery, narrative, and spiritual reflection meant to illuminate the way forward.
Think of this space as both studio and map—a place to see where light bends, where stories take root, and where journeys unfold.
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Step into a community where art, spirituality, and business intersect. Subscribe today and receive stories, insights, and inspirations that spark creativity and foster deeper connections. Don’t just follow along—be part of the journey.
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