Artist Biography
Octoabe, was born in 1998 in Miguel Aleman, Tamaulipas. Raised by a widowed mother and facing poverty head on, he began expressing himself using art as a means to reflect on what he could not verbally express. After realizing his talent and love for art, he decided to pursue a career in Fine Arts. In 2021, he recieved his Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Octoabe recently directed and managed "Ofrecimientos" an art exhibition that featured himself at Hinovations Art Gallery in McAllen, Texas. He hopes to provide Chicano representation in fine arts by building an organization that will benefit young artists that come from similar backgrounds. Octoabe currently resides and works in Alton, Texas.
Artist Statement
My artistic expression is the release of my inner emotions in combination with artistic theory I’ve learned. It is the bridge of my thoughts to reality. Symbolism, form, space and mute colors are the main principles and elements I focus on to captivate a viewer. By rendering a blend of traditional and contemporary artwork, I hope the common viewer can digest the composition of my pieces fully. I believe in creating accessible pieces with mediums such as acrylic paint and using the details of my craftsmanship to tell a story. For me, art is an unrestricted expressive power to display my identity. It is the way I overcame my difficulties with poverty and allows me to continue to persevere and move forward.
