On April 19, we gathered under the sun, and the shade to celebrate the unveiling of our Rincón de Color at Cielito Park, the first installation in the City of Phoenix’s ¡SOMBRA! Experiments in Shade series. What began last year as a collaboration with my friend and fellow artist Jose Benavides for a colorful oasis, our public […]
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This sculpture is part of my Time Traveling Ancients series, which reimagines Mesoamerican deities and priestly figures as visitors to the 21st century. These ancient beings have journeyed through time to experience today’s Chicano/Latino bicultural world, they’re curious, observant, and deeply connected to their descendants. They’re here to see how we’re doing. To witness how our traditions
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SAVE THE DATE! Opening Reception: Monday, May 19, 2025 11am with a welcome by Mayor Becky Dagget Celestial Juggler I am absolutely thrilled to have been selected to be a part of this exhibition for 2025/26 at Elizabeth “Liz” C. Archuleta County Park in Flagstaff. My Celestial Juggler will be on display until March, 2026.
Rincón de Color: Public Art, Community, and Cultural Pride Since the summer of 2024, I’ve been collaborating with fellow artist Jose Benavides on an exciting and experimental public art project with the Phoenix Office of Arts & Culture. This initiative, called ¡SOMBRA! Experiments in Shade, is a groundbreaking effort to combat extreme urban heat by
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