In October 2021, I was selected by the COSA Department of Arts & Culture to create two public art sculptures: one at the Old Highway 90 Legacy Corridor & SW 37th Street, and another at the Downtown River Walk Public Art Garden. These sculptures are designed to capture history, culture, music, and celebration.
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"Orgullo Tejano" ("Texan Pride") was conceptualized and fabricated to pay tribute to our Tejano musical traditions and cultural roots, serving as a significant landmark in the Westside of San Antonio.
My vision for this project was to foster a deeper connection with the rich legacy of Native Americans in the new world. The vibrant and towering three-dimensional stainless-steel sculpture, adorned with handmade mosaics and located on Old Highway 90, alongside a smaller version with the same theme located downtown, provides and reclaims a sense of belonging within San Antonio's diverse tapestry of cultural assets.
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On March 26, 2024, at 1:00 PM, the City of San Antonio's Public Arts Division will host a special presentation to recognize my contributions as an artist and to celebrate "Orgullo Tejano."