Evangelina Portillo Art Collections
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Artwork by Evangelina Portillo
Each image may be purchased as a canvas print, framed print, metal print, and more! Every purchase comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Las Comadres by Evangelina Portillo
Adelita y Juan by Evangelina Portillo
Las Borrachitas by Evangelina Portillo
Esperando a Papa by Evangelina Portillo
Virgen de Guadalupe #3 by Evangelina Portillo
Dia de Los Gigantes by Evangelina Portillo
Guadalupe by Evangelina Portillo
Adelita y Juan Cementery by Evangelina Portillo
Serenata by Evangelina Portillo
Amor Eterno by Evangelina Portillo
Guadalupe y ninos by Evangelina Portillo
Los Compadres by Evangelina Portillo
RADR4LF by Evangelina Portillo
Dia de los Muertos Jack Skellington by Evangelina Portillo
El Cantaro by Evangelina Portillo
Madrecita by Evangelina Portillo
Playland in the Afterlife by Evangelina Portillo
Nite and Day Procession by Evangelina Portillo
Girasoles by Evangelina Portillo
La Llorona Arrepentida by Evangelina Portillo
La vida no vale nada dos by Evangelina Portillo
Mission Dolores by Evangelina Portillo
La Barca by Evangelina Portillo
Boda Negra Enterrador by Evangelina Portillo
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About Evangelina Portillo
I was born and raised in South San Francisco, California. After studying commercial art at the College of San Mateo, I worked as a graphic artist for 18 years, enjoying darkroom and prepress work. Afterward, I became a business owner, partnering with my sister Maria, a beautiful, inspiring person, to run our family’s business ⎯ Alfredo’s Market. Growing up in a family of 10, I had an interest in art from a very young age. My father always told me I had a gift, a “Don”, and supported me. On the other hand, my very traditional mother thought I was wasting my time. Once I sold my first painting, her attitude changed.
My inspiration comes from the pride I feel toward my parents and family, and my heritage: music, traditions, celebrations, food. Cooking traditional foods alongside my mother has become a distinct part of my life that allows me to explore the flavors of my heritage at many levels.
I find myself telling stories with my paintings: stories about the past, a loved one, based on a song or a single taste, festivities and colors. My art tends to focus on Mexican culture and its history and traditions, mostly utilizing very festive colors. I find myself drawn to the Day of the Dead and its beautiful multitude of celebratory styles. I have come to realize that it is not a celebration of death, but a true celebration of life, and that color is a reflection of life.