Yelitza Torres is a developing artist born and raised in Gillette, Wyoming. Yelitza’s bodies of work are primarily two-dimensional; however, she continually pushes herself in multiple mediums to further grasp the concepts that intrigue her. Her artworks vividly reflect her curiosity in illustrating her life experiences and challenging ideas that hold significance to her. She is currently studying at Sheridan College, where she works as a gallery assistant and shop technician while working towards an associate's degree in fine arts with a certificate in graphic design. In her first year of college, Yelitza exhibited in several shows, with her first show being "And So We Count Time (no clocks)" in 2023. Following this, her works were selected by U-Cross residency director Tawni Shuler for the Student Juried Show in 2024. She also showcased her work in the Salon De Refuses at the Neltje Gallery in 2024. Beyond exhibiting her art, she has collaborated with The Brinton Museum as an art preparator, assisting in installing their Bi-Annual Small Works Exhibition. Upon graduating with her associate degree in May 2025, she plans to continue her education to earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts