During that time, she was chosen to attend the American Student League in New York City and started doing portraits, as well as focusing on oil paintings depicting her cultural roots.
A decade later, Asyla made her home again in Curaçao, although she continues to be part of the Bonaire art world with frequent trips and exhibitions there. In these most recent years, Asyla has concentrated on a very personal and imaginative expression using mixed media, and creating a distinctive mosaic style in her work.
Asyla has balanced this work with an intense study of the healing arts, to include yoga, Shiatsu, and Reiki. Also, she creates healing stones. Asyla maintains close ties to the art world in the region with participation in the Caribbean Arts and Crafts shows, and interaction with the island art community. She lives in the countryside near the ocean in Curaçao.
More information about the artist: www.asylatenholt.com