“Chu’el Plaza” my current piece , incorporates this Mayan belief . Our ancestors, grandparent, guardians, healers, and teachers pave the way for spirits’, visible and non visible, continual expression of unfolding life.

16’x8’. Mixed media. Acrylic, glass, copper leaf.

I am a local self-taught artist, and I have been drawing since I was a little girl.  Art has always been my passion.  In my earlier years, I primarily sketched in black and white pencils, and later in colored pencils.  I loved drawing portraits and fashion illustrations.  In college, I studied commercial art for a few years, and also obtained a Bachelors in Business Management. 

I raised three beautiful children and worked for the Navy for 38 ½ years. Upon retiring three years ago, I’ve had the joy of babysitting our grandkids. Having more time for my art, I enjoy experimenting with acrylics.  I fell in love with the vibrant colors, which give such life to my art.

Painting this mural was fun for me.  Working with a larger canvas brought me so much joy. I found myself being carried away by the process, and it reminded me of what I can be capable of when my canvas seems limitless.

I’ve been doing art since I was little. In the past I have found big projects to be intimidating, so in this case it felt good to be able to project my imagination into the art.  I want people to look at the artwork and feel as though they can see into my mind.

I would also like to say thank you to my friends and family who have given me the inspiration to create.

To the left, a radiant depiction of energy spirals outward, representing your connection to the spiritual realm. It’s as if your spirit is venturing into the cosmos, exploring the vastness of the metaphysical.

On the right side of the canvas, a majestic Tree of Life stands tall, its roots deeply embedded in the earth, symbolizing your grounding in the physical realm. It’s a reminder of the harmony between the spiritual and earthly aspects of your journey.

This artwork encapsulates the essence of spiritual healing voyage, where my daughter, the owl, and the symbolic elements coalesce to guide you towards balance and wisdom.

Raised in the vibrant coastal town of Oceanside, I am an artist who has been immersed in the world of creativity for as long as I can remember. My journey through art has been a passionate exploration, with a particular fondness for urban and graffiti art, where adrenaline meets the canvas.

My days are consumed by a harmonious blend of work and artistry. Whether it’s putting in the hours at my day job or spending countless moments sketching, customizing, and designing, art is the heartbeat of my existence. I find immense joy in breathing life and color into seemingly mundane canvases, turning them into captivating works of expression.

What drives me as an artist is the relentless pursuit of growth and evolution. I thrive on the challenge of pushing my artistic boundaries and embracing various mediums. Each creation is an opportunity to explore new horizons and incorporate fresh elements into my artistry.

As I continue my artistic journey, I invite you to join me on this exhilarating ride through my world, where passion and creativity converge to create a visual symphony that tells a story all its own. Welcome to my canvas, where imagination knows no bounds.

Here is an explanation of some of the elements of my design:

The bottom of the flag is in tatters to show what will happen if we don’t back the blue.

The title is meant to be in red, to represent the spilled vital force from our protectors, their blood.

The three officers typify a trinity recognized around the world.

I was born in the land of the original chicken wing, also known as Buffalo, New York.  I am a self-taught artist who is “Peace Love Woodstock,” even though I was caught by my dad when I was leaving to go to the historic concert.

We created this mural through a collaborative group of tattooists at Grand Legacy Tattoo in Escondido – Stevie, Mike, Henry, Lorenzo, Doug, Tristen, and shop apprentice Kai. We always try to stay involved, contribute, and be part of the art community of Escondido. We wanted to create a unique piece to add to the artwork of the Esco Alley Art project. 

Symbolisms are overlaid and personified through figurative subjects. Spirits take form in an evolutionary subconscious, enabling tethered minds to roam freely, yet stay grounded in the world of manifest.

Bey is a native of Richmond, VA now residing in San Diego. He received his Bachelor’s of Art in Graphic Design from Hampton University and his Master’s of Fine Art in Visual Studies from Norfolk State University. Bey has exhibited nationally with highlights in Los Angeles, New York, and San Diego. He has participated in a number of residencies and served on various art committees in Virginia. As an artist and educator, Bey encourages creatives to master process as a way to awaken environment-shifting epiphanic ideas.

RIP Jesus Casarez, 9/2/1982 – 12/23/2006

I was born in San Diego on August 15, 1979.  The painter Frida Kahlo has been my lifetime inspiration.  A creative mind expresses itself in different ways. I enjoy working with different mediums, but most of my artwork is done in acrylic paint.

Valorie loves the enriching value that art brings to life. She graduated from San Diego State University with a major in Social Science, emphasis – Multicultural Studies and a minor in Art. Her career began as an educator, followed by marketing/public relations and development/fundraising for major non-profit organizations. She enjoyed 10 years as the owner/innkeeper of a Bed and Breakfast, Villa De Valor, in Julian. Portraits, specifically pencil
drawings, are her forte. Valorie began drawing the “elders” as she calls them; individuals with the wisdom of the world contained in their weathered, wrinkled features, focusing on their beautiful eyes. The photograph-like drawings capture the past in their eyes. She studied art, but never took a pencil drawing class or studied human face portraits. She’s believes her talent is innate. Valorie has branched-off into other mediums but continues to come back to portraits. She is amazed and thankful for her abilities. She recently was encouraged to go outside of her comfort zone, and this mural Earth took her out. Painting and large-scale are both out of her
norm. Visit her website to view her works and learn about her journey. Commissioned work is welcomed.