Daniel Camacho's Roots of My Heart Show' | |
For over 20 years, internationally renowned mural artist (and Mawell Park resident) Daniel Camacho has devoted his life to public art, capturing people's experiences and creating images that empower them in their work for social change. Las Raices de mi Corazon (Roots of My Heart) is his first solo show, featuring work created over the past eight years, drawings and paintings never before exhibited, as well as his trademark banner-style paintings. This show is at NoneSuch Space Gallery in downtown Oakland, 29th and Broadway' and runs through June 21. The gallery is open Wed-Sat, 1-6pm. | |
Daniel Camacho and Robin Lovell. Photo by Felipe Camacho-Lovell.
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Daniel Camacho was born in Mexico City, where he began his career in visual arts. He has been a community artist, cultural worker, and resident here in Oakland for the past 12 years (and for many years prior, in Mexico). His artwork represents his beloved homeland, with all the joys and sorrows, traditions, celebrations, and subtleties of everyday life.
Daniel has painted murals in the Bay Area and around the world, including the "Dimond" in Oakland's Dimond District, formerly where Peet's now has a window. The City of Oakland has recognized his work with five cultural arts awards. Last year he used the award to create a series of ten banners, Looking for Hope, on the theme of alternatives to violence.'