Dr. Janet Álvarez González is a luminary in the world of plastic arts, celebrated for her work in painting as a primitive or naive expressionist artist. Her oeuvre is distinguished by intricate brushstrokes and vibrant colors, encapsulating her metaphysical lifestyle and rich multicultural experiences. Her imagery, deeply influenced by her liberal spirit, childhood nostalgia, and profound love for animals, exudes spirituality in every expressive stroke.

Dr. Álvarez González’s fascination with ritual masks from diverse cultures further exemplifies her artistic depth. Her mask creations, inspired by dreamlike rituals, are vivid manifestations of multiculturalism. “These masks represent my inner desires through their colorful designs, each taking on a unique personality to express joy, sadness, and the paradox of celebration and constraint,” she reflects. Her masks and paintings have graced prestigious venues such as Arts on The Square in Richmond, Virginia, the Richmond Museum of Historical Art, the Valentine Museum in Richmond, Virginia, and the former Museo del Barrio in Puerto Rico.

An award-winning communicator, investigative journalist, film scriptwriter, director, producer, writer, and media personality, Dr. Álvarez González commands respect across the United States, Latin America and the Caribbean. For many years, Dr. Janet Álvarez González captivated audiences as the producer and host of the acclaimed daily primetime show ¡Quéjate! Her dynamic presence and insightful commentary made the show a staple of primetime television, resonating deeply with viewers and solidifying her status as a pioneering media personality.

In 2015, the International Association of Entertainment Journalists honored her with the Latin Golden Award for Lifetime Achievement in Journalism for her groundbreaking program Buenos Días Mi Amor. In 2019, she received the esteemed Maya Award, Bolivia’s highest accolade, recognizing her exceptional contributions to cinematography and literature.

In 2020, she starred in and produced the film Operación Causa Justa, Panama’s official submission to the Oscars and the Goya Awards in Spain. Although the film did not win, it marked a significant milestone in her illustrious career. Dr. Álvarez González continues to push creative boundaries, currently working on two novels, twenty paintings, and three of her film productions.