Martha Griego was born and raised in Santa Fe, New Mexico and now lives in Denver, Co. Her enthusiasm and passion began at an early age in the mid 50's after she met the famous artist Tommy Macaione while painting flowers along Canyon Road. Her heritage is in the core of her heart and soul and her creation and imagination continues to flourish. Her brothers, also artists, continue to encourage and influence Martha. She attended the Arts Student League and Park Hill Art Club and has studied with various art instructors. Her art has been exhibited in Santa Fe and Denver in various locations.

"Woman of Flowers"
El Dia de los Muertos or "Day of the Dead" is celebrated in countries around the world and is a two-day holiday which originated in Mexico to remember deceased loved ones. It's the country’s largest celebration of the dead and is observed on November 1 and 2, coinciding with the Catholic All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day. According to the legend, La Catrina was a selfish, greedy rich woman who did nothing to help the poor. Many now mock her every year by dressing in ornate garb, painting their faces white and detailing features to look like a caricature of a skeleton. "Woman of Flowers", is my creation of La Catrina. She's a colorful skeleton that represents my passion for flowers, history, and culture. "Woman of Flowers" is a reminder of the iconic representations of Tommy Macaione's art and history throughout the city of Santa Fe.