About Us
A little bit about me and my art...
I was born and raised in Los Angeles. I am of Mexican and Native American heritage. I am proud of both. I come from a family of 6 bothers and one sister. I've been drawing for as long as I can remember. I have no special schooling but my own self training. Me and one of my brothers are the family artist. We've collected books and inspired from many different references, artists, and comic books. My mother and my brother were the greatest influences on my life. Both encouraged me and gave my my drive to constantly to be better. My mother died when I was young, and her spirit still drives me and motivates me.
My career began in the silk screening business and still does today. It is my bread and butter. I have an incredible amount of experience in silk screening now. I have worked in the pin and embroidery business too. Together I've been working in the professional graphic arts field for over 30 years. I have probably done over 80 thousand logos and designs.
As for my home and personal art life, I draw from many different inspirations. I have worked on many different subjects. I've designed logos, done portraits, and even worked on several comic books. I'm constistantly in a process of creativity. I'm also a writer and have published my own book. I'm also have worked on a childrends book and a brand of cute characters to go with it.
I do enjoy body positivity artwork. I believe that all bodies are beautiful, despite age, size, shape, or weight. My body positive art is geared to not only show the model a different and more positive view of themselves, but also to inspire others to see that all bodies are beautiful in their own unique way. I believe that to inspire others, and inspire other artist, is the greatest compliment an artist can possibly recieve. I have touched so many lives and gotten to know so many of my models. In my art, I have been able to change their point of view and let them feel more comfortable in their own bodies.
I believe that art should inspire. I believe that an artist's creativity can give life, love, and emotion to create a better world. We are surrounded by art and it is the very life blood of our imagination. I try to give to that world with my inspiration and creativity. It is something deep within me and something I always love to share and hopefully change the world, one art at a time.
Richard J. LeGarreta