A Visionary of Puerto Rican Abstraction Luis Hernández Cruz stands as a cornerstone in the evolution of Puerto Rican art during the latter half of the twentieth century, marking a significant departure from traditional styles and establishing himself as a champion of abstract expressionism within the island’s artistic landscape. Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, in 1936, Cruz embarked on an artistic journey that would eventually redefine the visual language of his homeland. His formal education provided the intellectual scaffolding for his later explorations; after studying under the esteemed C…