People in Providence – Jose

Jose Ruiz | Thayer Street

I’ve been on this corner for 32 years.

Right here is my favorite spot in Providence. Around here I feel safe.

What I love is the diversity of people from all over the world. I like to speak different languages with people. I’ve always liked languages, even though I didn’t go to college for that. I just like to practice them and have conversations.

It’s an international place. People come here from all over the world. They go to Brown and RISD. I can express my art here, too. There are many artists, and they have the same kind of vision I do. They appreciate what I make. That’s what I like about the atmosphere.

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