Rocio Graham

Mixed Media | Painting | Photography

I was born in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico but grew up in the arid Sonora desert which gave me an appreciation for vibrant colours and an awareness of the economical context of third world society. Art has always been a part of my life; including poetry, photography, painting, mixed media, and print making.

My art has become a colour extravaganza blended with political and personal challenges and a tint of humour. The stories that I want to tell with my art are sometimes reflected in subtle ways while other times they are at the forefront.

I moved to Canada in 2002 and successfully developed a business career until art called me back. I finished a Certificate in Fine Arts at Emily Carr University of Art and Design and I am currently enrolled in the BFA program.

I use mostly acrylics but incorporate other materials like rust, patina, found objects, collage, and encaustic.

Exhibitions:

2009 Start Show, Salt Water Studio, Vancouver

2009 Drifting Forsya Boutique and Gallery, Vancouver

2009 The Drift on Main, Vancouver

2009 East Side Culture Crawl, Vancouver

2010 Love Show, Forsya Boutique and Gallery, Vancouver

2010 Free Candy Show, Concourse Gallery, Vancouver

2010 The Art of Being Together; L'Arche, Vancouver

2010 The Green Revolution; Leigh Square, Port Coquitlam

2010 Queertopia; Queer Arts Festival, Vancouver

2010 Craftivism - The Downsized Show, Artistrun Org., Vancouver