The Legendary Art of Jesus Helguera

Growing up in East L.A. meant the New Year started with a calendar from the menudo stand in Grand Central Market or the panaderia on Brooklyn Avenue. On that calendar would be an image created by Jesus Helguera which would hold my attention for the whole year. The calendars were my first glimpses into the greatness of my Mexican culture. They portrayed beautiful men and women of ancient Mexico. With warriors, princesses, pyramids and temples, the calendar pictures took me to a time when we were not foreigners in our own land. They told me I was special.

Artist Frank Gonzales Even Turns Magazine Covers into Mexican Art

"I couldn't help myself," he said, "sorry M.I.A......well, it was going to get thrown anyway."

This is what he does with a sharpie and magazine cover. Wait until you see what he does with paint and a canvas. We'll be highlighting his work here soon. In the mean time, please visit his site and blog for his latest work. This was just too good not to pass on to the masses.

Enjoy

El Vuh Speaks Out Against SB1070

El Vuh is a Los Angeles-based hip hop group that promotes the Chicano movement through culturally-respectful lyrics that embrace their heritage. The concerts they offer, like the one in Tucson, are for all ages and I have no problem with my daughter listening to their music. In fact, it's wonderful to give her that type of exposure to her culture. How nice to have music with a decent message that our children can learn from.