San Miguel Art magazine/ MAY EDITION | Page 11

How long has it taken you to make 11000 works of art? It is an ideal figure that has been calculated approximately, because I do not count the number of works in which I have worked. I sold my first work at age 8, today I´m 66, so there have been many. You have been awarded in many ways and in many countries. Is there any of them that means more satisfaction to you? A teacher of mine in Spain told me about recognitions: "... you do not ask for them, you do not refuse them and you do not take them with you..." and that is a natural consequence of the work. One always considers that it does not deserve the prizes, but I can assure that even the most modest of the recognitions, is a reason of pride and responsibility to continue with the work and to improve it. What would be the top work of Terrés? Is it already made or is it in your mind? It is in my mind every day, and it is like the sign of the small shop that said in Spanish: Hoy no se fía… mañana sí” "Today does not trust, tomorrow yes" ... So ... If it was not today, maybe tomorrow will be. Is there a goal for Terrés? Yes, to do a better work today than yes- terday. Work, study and maintain enthu- siasm.