One day, feeling overwhelmed by the darkness in my paintings, I decided to clear out my studio and start fresh. Instead of reaching for fancy supplies, I turned to simple white fabrics from local craft stores. I began creating designs with white paint on white synthetic fabric, embracing the purity of the materials. But it was the moment I started scorching the threads that everything changed. Watching the fabric melt before my eyes felt like a revelation—the raw, textured beauty was unlike anything I had seen before. From that point on, the flame became my brush, and I began intentionally drawing, sculpting, and painting with it. This shift marked the beginning of a new chapter in my art, one that would shape my MFA show and ignite a wave of invitations to exhibit across South Florida.

The COLORAT Duo creates vibrant, textile-based works that transform spaces and engage communities. Georgeta Fondos and Onorina Jomir, a mother-daughter collaboration, bring together their unique artistic practices to form a compelling visual language. Georgeta’s ethereal scorched fabric techniques intertwine with Onorina’s bold, colorful textile collages, creating a one-of-a-kind fusion that celebrates resourcefulness, beauty in scarcity, and the imperfect harmony of life itself.

Every mark in these close-ups speaks of change — a fabric once smooth, now charred into new forms, evoking resilience, memory, and the poetry of imperfection.

Imagine stepping into a space where you are greeted not just by furniture or color, but by a sculptural presence, like my installation Visions. These pieces move gently with the air, and as you pass through, your face may brush against soft, hanging fabric that responds to your movement. I call it the poetry of the soul. Look closely, and you will notice that it speaks to you. It invites you to be present: to pause, breathe, and live in the moment.

Imagine art that speaks not just to your eyes, but to your senses. My experimental textile wall pieces are sculpted with fire, each scorched edge and melted thread telling a story of transformation, fragility, and beauty. These works are more than décor; they are conversation pieces, emotional landscapes, and tactile visions from the “other side.” Whether you are designing a soulful home, a reflective office, or an inspiring gallery, this art brings a sense of depth and meaning to any space.

When we think of luxury interiors in Florida, we often picture light-filled spaces, natural textures, and a seamless blend between indoor comfort and the beauty of the outdoors. But what truly elevates a space from beautiful to unforgettable is the presence of interactive, one-of-a-kind, immersive art - bold, wild, and alive. That is where my large-scale textile installation Visions comes in.