Artist Alfredo Sanchez, born in Mexico and now living in the United States, brings to his canvas a rich tapestry of memories and life experiences from two distinct cultures, creating universal symbols that evoke sentiments we can all understand and be moved by.
NEW Collage Series
These stunning mixed-media collages feature the birds of central Texas, intricately crafted from acrylic paint and batik cloth on paper. You can purchase any of this series as a beautiful giclée print.
"Morning Sunshine"
Shy painted buntings survey the garden floor from their perches atop shrubs before they hop to the ground in search of seeds, insects, and caterpillars.
"Birdwatching"
6.5" × 18"
Brilliant colors, distinctive markings, and unique behaviors distinguish our avian friends from one another. Watching their antics is a special privilege.
"Birdwatching II"
5.75" × 15"
These are but a few of the feathered visitors who find respite in our shaded courtyard. Each bird's song fills the morning air with splendid music.
"Birdwatching III"
6" × 12"
The brightly painted feathers of male cardinals add joyous splashes of color to the landscape wherever they alight.
"Cardinals"
Cardinals linger in the shady branches of the live oak trees in the courtyard outside my painting studio. Their song is the music of the morning.
"Watchful Sentinels"
A gregarious pyrrhuloxia protects its mate and territory. These desert cardinals frequent our garden, where they forage for flowers and berries.
"Tête à Tête"
Western bluebirds commune on a wintry mornng.
In the News
December 2, 2008
Artist Spotlight
Imagining Two Cultures...Alfredo J. Sanchez by Rosemary Carstens