Jose was born and raised in Acapulco, Guerrero, Mexico. At ten years old, Jose shared a deep fondness for the arts. He enrolled in an after-school program at El Centro Del Seguro which taught him the different fundamentals of art. “Aside from art classes, the program offered music, theater, and design which allowed us to demonstrate our creativity,” he shares.
In his after-school program, his maestro lent Jose a book by artist, Jose Luis Cuevas that sparked a wider appreciation for art. Jose also took interest in the works of Canadian-Mexican artist, Arnold Belkin. “I admired their styles which deeply resonated with me and helped shape my career as an artist,” he relays.
Aside from these notable artists, Jose draws inspiration from classic, professional, and budding artists who share their…