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Street Art in Boyle Heights- Yenifer Hernandez

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 The colors of Boyle Heights   By Yenifer Hernandez  The site: Boyle Heights Boyle Heights is a neighborhood in East Los Angeles with its population predominantly being Chicano/ Mexican American. The culture is reflect in the various works of art scattered thought the community. It is bright, welcoming, cheerful and resilient. This community is the epicenter of the Chicano movement and unfortunately continues to fight against injustices and gentrification. This history of the community is never forgotten for many street artists keep it alive and present in works of art. Boyle Heights homes the well known Mariachi Plaza and holds events that showcase the culture in the community such as the Dia De Los Muertos celebration.  Field Work "The Greater Love" Artist: Paul Botello Address:  E Cesar Chavez and Soto St., Los Angeles, CA 90033 Size: 13'x50' ft Date: 1992 Type: Religious Artist: OTR Graffiti Crew Address:  2415 E Cesar Chavez Ave, Los Angeles, CA 900...
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ART South Central Los Angeles

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  Public Art in South Central Los Angeles: Representation, Power, and Missing Voices THE SITE I focused on public art in the  South Central  area. I chose this area because people tend to look down on South Central as a whole and label it as dirty or negative, but this is where  I’m  from. Because of that, I see it differently. This community has culture, history, and people who take pride in where they come from. At first, I  didn’t  really think deeply about the murals I would pass by. They just felt like  part  of the environment. But once I started paying attention, I noticed patterns in who is being represented. A lot of the artwork highlights  important figures  from the community, especially Black men. While these figures are meaningful and deserve recognition, it made me question why women are not shown in the same way. This project looks at how public art in my area reflects pride and success, while also showing who is miss...
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South Central Los Angeles- Yolani Ortiz

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South Central is my Home, Small but Impactful by Yolani Ortiz South Central Los Angeles is deeply rooted in history, cultural transformation, and resilience. I chose to work with a site that I am walking/driving distance from. I wanted to stay close to home. I wanted to showcase the air, the streets, and the noise I live in. I wanted to show the beauty in my community. I have lived here all my life. My parents migrated from Chiapas, Mexico, and found their way here in Los Angeles, California. I have not known any other community but South Central. This is my first time researching my own community, and I am forever grateful. The artwork, the murals of my community, in short, showcases what and who my community is. I chose sites that are important to me. Sites that have families, that show how a community of black an latno residents have created their version of home. South Central is home to many of us.  Field Work Mural by:  Xolotl Kristy Sandoval Joseph Dias Theme: South Cen...
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