How female artists and their participation in art have been marginalized throughout art history, and how and why this is changing today. A personal story of the artist’s own experience and how, through preserverance and always painting her truth she adds her story to these optimistic, changing times. Painter, illustrator, textile designer, visual communicator, graphic animator, doodler, author. When it comes to visually expressing emotions, experiences and a profoundly insightful perspective of life, one can hardly find someone more authentic and vivid than Tania and her work. Her combined Dominican and Swedish ancestry and identity give her a special edge when it comes to aesthetics, cosmopolitan views with a fresh and colorful expression. Yet, her work remains fully grounded and close to practical and important topics ranging from children's education, women's role in society and our commitment to the environment. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx