Mister Toledo
"When I make art, I think about its ability to connect with others, to bring them into the process.”
- Jim Hodges
Daniel aka “Mister Toledo” is a Mexican Southern Californian artist, with a plurality of experience across several forms of mediums. Before he took a leap of faith to follow his dreams, Daniel spent his 8-year artistic career in graphic artistry for several apparel companies. Daniel dedicates his art to his family for inspiring him to follow his journey. Volunteering with Backfence Society a non-profit art organization, Daniel helped elevate the importance of art/murals across the North San Diego area.
Now residing in Los Angeles, Daniel continues to draw inspiration from his own life while deeply exploring personal and vulnerable themes regarding the human experience. Working with artists Daniel learned the importance of cross-collaboration and team work. He wouldn’t have been as successful in his transition in Los Angeles if it wasn’t for that. Through this experience, he’ll make sure to keep himself self-grounded and increase his artistry network.
"Purépecha"
I been trying to connect more with my heritage by doing murals that represents the traditions and customs of my people. This one I painted at the Art Box is another one of those murals. By doing this I hope it sparks more interests into the Latin X community to wanting to learn more from their culture and try to connect back to their roots.
So a little bit about my mural it's inspired by a Fire Ceremony celebrated in Mexico to celebrate the new year in February. They wear traditional Purépecha attire which is considered a sign of respect for tradition. Women wear white blouses with hand-embroidered “huanengo” and braid their hair with ribbons.
