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Carlos Loarca (1937–2021) was a renowned Guatemalan muralist, painter, and visual artist born in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala. He spent most of his career in San Francisco's Mission District, where he became a pivotal figure in the local art scene. Loarca's work often featured vibrant colors and themes from Mayan iconography and Guatemalan mythology, including the legendary creature El Cadejo. His artistic career spanned over five decades, with notable murals at the Mission Cultural Center and General Hospital in San Francisco, as well as in Guatemala, Honduras, and Russia.

Loarca was a founding member of Galería de la Raza and served as the inaugural director of the Mission Cultural Center. He also directed SOMARTS from 1983 to 2007. His artistic journey was deeply personal, as painting helped him overcome addiction. Loarca's work has been exhibited internationally, including in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Italy. His legacy is celebrated through a book titled A Possible Reality: Carlos Loarca—Artist and Muralist, co-authored by his son Tomas Loarca and Ariel Martinez134.

Citations:

1. https://www.sfmoma.org/artist/Carlos_Loarca/
2. https://www.mutualart.com/Artist/Carlos-Loarca/3897C509550DFBC1
3. https://www.artbrokerage.com/Carlos-Loarca
4. https://americanart.si.edu/artist/carlos-loarca-31890
5. https://x.com/carlosloarcaart
6. https://www.mutualart.com/Artist/Carlos-Loarca/3897C509550DFBC1/Biography
7. https://www.sfmoma.org/artwork/MM2021.405/
8. https://www.invaluable.com/artist/loarca-carlos-lfarvwhwj3/sold-at-auction-prices/
9. https://www.lillyvigilgallery.com/carlos-loarca/
10. https://www.askart.com/artist/Carlos_Loarca/11139794/Carlos_Loarca.aspx
11. https://www.invaluable.com/artist/loarca-carlos-lfarvwhwj3/
12. https://www.artbrokerage.com/Carlos-Loarca/Grupo-De-Bestias-1988-60x51-Early-Work-Huge-119067

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Jay DeFeo, born in 1929 in Hanover, New Hampshire, was a pivotal figure in the San Francisco art scene of the 1950s and 60s1. She grew up in the Bay Area and received her bachelor's and master's degrees in studio art from the University of California, Berkeley1.

After traveling in Europe and North Africa, DeFeo returned to California in 1953, becoming a central figure among artists, poets, and jazz musicians1. Her work blended representation and abstraction, exploring various media including sculpture, drawing, collage, and painting1.

DeFeo's most famous work, "The Rose," took nearly eight years to complete (1958-1966)1. This monumental painting, which she described as "a marriage between painting and sculpture," garnered critical acclaim and is now part of the Whitney Museum of American Art's permanent collection1.

Throughout her career, DeFeo experimented with different materials and techniques, including photography1. She taught painting at Mills College from 1981 until her death in 19891.

DeFeo's legacy continues to grow, with her work featured in international exhibitions and scholarly studies examining her significant contributions to art history1.

Citations:

1. https://www.jaydefeofoundation.org/biography/
2. https://pdfcoffee.com/acoustic-guitar-256-pdf-free.html
3. https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/how-to-write-a-short-bio
4. https://www.theclassroom.com/write-200-word-biography-7944691.html
5. https://www.academia.edu/16623683/Environmental_Engineering_Dictionary_and_Directory
6. https://archive.org/stream/BUSA254_395/BUSA254_395_djvu.txt
7. https://archive.org/stream/The_Times_News_Idaho_Newspaper_2000_12_01/The_Times_News_Idaho_Newspaper_2000_12_01_djvu.txt
8. https://exclusive712.rssing.com/chan-15881014/all_p51.html

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“The Rose” - shown below

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Robert Bechtle https://g.co/kgs/SoExMj1 

Robert Alan Bechtle[3] (May 14, 1932 – September 24, 2020) was an American painter, printmaker, and educator. He lived nearly all his life in the San Francisco Bay Area[4] and whose art was centered on scenes from everyday local life.[5] His paintings are in a Photorealist style and often depict automobiles.[6] Source: wikipedia

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Void 1977

William T. Wiley

b. 1937

Acrylic on canvas

144 in. x 312 in.

SFAC 20

Known for his humorous use of puns and parody, William T. Wiley’s work defined the nucleus of the Bay Area Funk movement in the 1960s. Wiley says of his work during this time: “It suddenly became clear to me that art was what I’d heard on the radio that day, or something I saw outside. Suddenly, anything was potential.” This work was originally created and installed as an outdoor billboard prior to being purchased by the Arts Commission for the Airport.

https://www.sfomuseum.org/public-art/public-collection/void

https://g.co/kgs/FGBwWjH 

https://hosfeltgallery.com/artists/64-william-t.-wiley/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_T._Wiley 

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4/24/24 - I enjoyed learning about the artist Sam Francis while waiting for a 6:30 flight from SFO to Denver and looking at this 3-panel piece of art. I’m going to interpret it as home-travel-home, left-center-right. What an amazing life. He must have been a character.

https://www.sfomuseum.org/public-art/public-collection/untitled-3 

Sam Francis https://g.co/kgs/KDZMQMa 

David Park https://g.co/kgs/nP81n2T 

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Gustavo Rivera. He may be famous and carried by Saatchi, but I’m not a big fan.

https://www.gustavoramosrivera.com/artist

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Eric Staller, born on September 14, 1947, in Mineola, New York, is an American contemporary artist renowned for his innovative use of light, architecture, and performance art. After earning a degree in architecture from the University of Michigan in 1971, he transitioned into creating sculptures and light-based installations. Staller gained recognition in the 1970s for his "light drawing" photography, using long exposures to craft mesmerizing light trails on New York City streets[1][7].

His most iconic creation is the *Lightmobile* (1985), a Volkswagen Beetle adorned with over 1,600 computerized lights that toured globally. He also invented the ConferenceBike, a circular seven-person bicycle designed to foster human connection, now used in over 20 countries[4][11].

Staller’s work spans public and private commissions, blending whimsy with social commentary. He has exhibited worldwide, including at the Whitney Museum and international art festivals. Currently based in San Francisco, his creations continue to inspire awe and engagement through their playful yet profound exploration of human interaction and urban spaces[4][11].

Sources
[1] Eric Staller - Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eric_Staller
[2] Early Works - Eric Staller https://ericstaller.com/portfolio/early-works/
[3] Eric Staller and Daren Pearson - Photography Related Studies https://relatedstudyblog.wordpress.com/2016/10/10/eric-staller/
[4] Staller-E — CITYarts https://www.cityarts.org/staller
[5] Public & Private Commissions - Eric Staller https://ericstaller.com/portfolio/commissions/
[6] Eric Staller - 1987 Magazine Review https://virginiamiller.com/exhibitionsold/1980s/EricStaller.html
[7] Eric Staller - Artist - Light Painting Photography https://lightpaintingphotography.com/light-painting-artist/featured-artist-2/eric-staller/
[8] Eric Staller - San Francisco Arts Commission https://kiosk.sfartscommission.org/artist-maker/info/1543?artistName=Staller%2C+Eric
[9] ERIC STALLER - with2eyez https://with2eyez.wordpress.com/eric-staller-2/
[10] Unexpected Joy via the Art of Eric Staller - Dickerman Prints https://www.dickermanprints.com/unexpected-joy-via-the-art-of-eric-staller/
[11] About - Eric Staller https://ericstaller.com/about/
 

The Conference Bike (CoBi) is a seven-person circular bicycle invented by artist Eric Staller in the mid-1990s. Inspired by his earlier eight-person bike, *OCTOS* (1991), Staller designed CoBi to encourage social interaction and collaboration. One person steers while others pedal, fostering teamwork and conversation. Initially conceived as an art project, CoBi evolved into a commercial product due to its popularity.

Built in the Netherlands, the durable CoBi is now used in over 20 countries for purposes such as corporate team-building, tourism, therapy, and education. Its playful design creates a joyful experience, breaking social barriers and sparking connections among riders[1][2][3][7].

Sources
[1] Eric Staller's Conference Bike - Bicycle Design https://bicycledesign.net/2009/11/eric-stallers-conference-bike/
[2] The 7-seat ConferenceBike redefines "mobile" meetings - New Atlas https://newatlas.com/7-seat-conferencebike-cobi-eric-staller/43815/
[3] A bicycle built for seven peddles world peace - MPR News https://www.mprnews.org/story/2006/04/26/confbike
[4] The Seven-Person "Conference Bicycle" - Core77 https://www.core77.com/posts/71651/
[5] Bicycle built for 7: human-powered schoolbus & social fitness https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BaVSUUl-olQ
[6] The World-Famous CoBi - Conference Bike https://conferencebike.com/the-bike/conferencebike/
[7] The History of the CoBi - Conference Bike https://conferencebike.com/about/
[8] Conference Bike - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/Conferencebike
 


The Lightmobile, created by Eric Staller in 1985, is a 1967 Volkswagen Beetle adorned with 1,659 computerized lightbulbs. Designed as a mobile art piece, it debuted on the streets of New York City, transforming urban spaces into galleries. The car's lights flash in intricate patterns, creating a mesmerizing display reminiscent of Times Square or an amusement park. Staller envisioned it as an "urban UFO," meant to engage the public directly rather than traditional gallery audiences.

The Lightmobile gained international fame, appearing in *The Money Pit* (1986) and touring globally. It remains one of Staller’s most iconic works, blending art and performance[1][3][7].

Sources
[1] Eric Staller - 1987 Magazine Review https://virginiamiller.com/exhibitionsold/1980s/EricStaller.html
[2] Eric Staller - Artist - Light Painting Photography https://lightpaintingphotography.com/light-painting-artist/featured-artist-2/eric-staller/
[3] Interactive & Mobile Art - Eric Staller https://ericstaller.com/portfolio/interactive-mobile/
[4] Unexpected Joy via the Art of Eric Staller - Dickerman Prints https://www.dickermanprints.com/unexpected-joy-via-the-art-of-eric-staller/
[5] Eric Staller - Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eric_Staller
[6] Eric Staller's 'Spirogyrate' art lands at SFO - SFGATE https://www.sfgate.com/art/article/Eric-Staller-s-Spirogyrate-art-lands-at-SFO-5163838.php
[7] About - Eric Staller https://ericstaller.com/about/
[8] Eric Staller Light Photos NYC 1970s - Business Insider https://www.businessinsider.com/eric-staller-light-photos-nyc-1970s-2012-9
 

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Lordy Rodriguez, born in 1976 in Quezon City, Manila, Philippines, is a contemporary artist renowned for his inventive use of cartography to explore cultural and social issues. Raised in Louisiana and Texas, Rodriguez developed an early fascination with maps during family road trips across the United States. He pursued art education at the University of Houston before earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the School of Visual Arts in New York City (1999) and a Master of Fine Arts from Stanford University (2008)145.

Rodriguez’s career has been defined by his ability to transform traditional map-making into abstracted, imaginative terrains. His works frequently reinterpret geographic boundaries, blending reality with fantasy to challenge perceptions of place and identity. Notable projects include the "55 States" series, which reimagines U.S. states and cities, and his Pangea series, which uses demographic and environmental data to create fictional continents38. His art often incorporates humor and cultural critique, addressing topics such as gerrymandering and resource distribution8.

Rodriguez has exhibited globally, including solo shows at the Austin Museum of Art and the Nevada Museum of Art, and participated in biennials like Istanbul and California. Now based in Hayward, California, he continues to inspire audiences with his innovative visual language147.

Citations:

1. https://art.state.gov/personnel/lordy_rodriguez/
2. https://blogs.sjsu.edu/humanities-arts/2014/09/05/profile-lordy-rodriguez/
3. https://hosfeltgallery.com/artists/35-lordy-rodriguez/
4. https://montalvoarts.org/artist/lordy-rodriguez/
5. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lordy_Rodriguez
6. https://artpace.org/exhibitions/lordy-rodriguez/
7. https://centerforartandthought.org/work/contributor/lordy-rodriguez/
8. https://hosfeltgallery.com/exhibitions/328-lordy-rodriguez-the-shape-of-us/
9. https://www.mutualart.com/Artist/Lordy-Rodriguez/C81CB63497493543/Biography
10. https://liberalarts.du.edu/sites/default/files/2021-03/Michael%20Rodriguez%20Biography.pdf
11. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001675/bio/
12. https://www.arodcorp.com/timeline
13. https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/r/rodrial01.shtml
14. https://lordyrodriguez.com/home.html
15. https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/a-look-at-alex-rodriguezs-historically-great-career-by-the-numbers/
16. https://www.wgbh.org/people/richard-rodriguez
17. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Rodriguez
18. https://www.last.fm/music/Rodriguez/+wiki
19. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alex_Rodriguez
20. https://lbopenstudiotour.com/ramon-rodriguez/

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perplexity | 
Lordy Rodriguez, born in 1976 in Quezon City, Manila, Philippines, is a contemporary artist renowned for his inventive use of cartography to explore cultural and social issues. Raised in Louisiana and Texas, Rodriguez developed an early fascination with maps during family road trips across the United States. He pursued art education at the University of Houston before earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the School of Visual Arts in New York City (1999) and a Master of Fine Arts from Stanford University (2008)145.

Rodriguez’s career has been defined by his ability to transform traditional map-making into abstracted, imaginative terrains. His works frequently reinterpret geographic boundaries, blending reality with fantasy to challenge perceptions of place and identity. Notable projects include the "55 States" series, which reimagines U.S. states and cities, and his Pangea series, which uses demographic and environmental data to create fictional continents38. His art often incorporates humor and cultural critique, addressing topics such as gerrymandering and resource distribution8.

Rodriguez has exhibited globally, including solo shows at the Austin Museum of Art and the Nevada Museum of Art, and participated in biennials like Istanbul and California. Now based in Hayward, California, he continues to inspire audiences with his innovative visual language147.

Citations:

1. https://art.state.gov/personnel/lordy_rodriguez/
2. https://blogs.sjsu.edu/humanities-arts/2014/09/05/profile-lordy-rodriguez/
3. https://hosfeltgallery.com/artists/35-lordy-rodriguez/
4. https://montalvoarts.org/artist/lordy-rodriguez/
5. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lordy_Rodriguez
6. https://artpace.org/exhibitions/lordy-rodriguez/
7. https://centerforartandthought.org/work/contributor/lordy-rodriguez/
8. https://hosfeltgallery.com/exhibitions/328-lordy-rodriguez-the-shape-of-us/
9. https://www.mutualart.com/Artist/Lordy-Rodriguez/C81CB63497493543/Biography
10. https://liberalarts.du.edu/sites/default/files/2021-03/Michael%20Rodriguez%20Biography.pdf
11. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001675/bio/
12. https://www.arodcorp.com/timeline
13. https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/r/rodrial01.shtml
14. https://lordyrodriguez.com/home.html
15. https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/a-look-at-alex-rodriguezs-historically-great-career-by-the-numbers/
16. https://www.wgbh.org/people/richard-rodriguez
17. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Rodriguez
18. https://www.last.fm/music/Rodriguez/+wiki
19. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alex_Rodriguez
20. https://lbopenstudiotour.com/ramon-rodriguez/

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perplexity | lordyrodriguez.com
Lordy Rodriguez, born in 1976 in Quezon City, Manila, Philippines, is a contemporary artist renowned for his inventive use of cartography to explore cultural and social issues. Raised in Louisiana and Texas, Rodriguez developed an early fascination with maps during family road trips across the United States. He pursued art education at the University of Houston before earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the School of Visual Arts in New York City (1999) and a Master of Fine Arts from Stanford University (2008)145.

Rodriguez’s career has been defined by his ability to transform traditional map-making into abstracted, imaginative terrains. His works frequently reinterpret geographic boundaries, blending reality with fantasy to challenge perceptions of place and identity. Notable projects include the "55 States" series, which reimagines U.S. states and cities, and his Pangea series, which uses demographic and environmental data to create fictional continents38. His art often incorporates humor and cultural critique, addressing topics such as gerrymandering and resource distribution8.

Rodriguez has exhibited globally, including solo shows at the Austin Museum of Art and the Nevada Museum of Art, and participated in biennials like Istanbul and California. Now based in Hayward, California, he continues to inspire audiences with his innovative visual language147.

Citations:

1. https://art.state.gov/personnel/lordy_rodriguez/
2. https://blogs.sjsu.edu/humanities-arts/2014/09/05/profile-lordy-rodriguez/
3. https://hosfeltgallery.com/artists/35-lordy-rodriguez/
4. https://montalvoarts.org/artist/lordy-rodriguez/
5. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lordy_Rodriguez
6. https://artpace.org/exhibitions/lordy-rodriguez/
7. https://centerforartandthought.org/work/contributor/lordy-rodriguez/
8. https://hosfeltgallery.com/exhibitions/328-lordy-rodriguez-the-shape-of-us/
9. https://www.mutualart.com/Artist/Lordy-Rodriguez/C81CB63497493543/Biography
10. https://liberalarts.du.edu/sites/default/files/2021-03/Michael%20Rodriguez%20Biography.pdf
11. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001675/bio/
12. https://www.arodcorp.com/timeline
13. https://www.baseball-reference.com/players/r/rodrial01.shtml
14. https://lordyrodriguez.com/home.html
15. https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/a-look-at-alex-rodriguezs-historically-great-career-by-the-numbers/
16. https://www.wgbh.org/people/richard-rodriguez
17. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Rodriguez
18. https://www.last.fm/music/Rodriguez/+wiki
19. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alex_Rodriguez
20. https://lbopenstudiotour.com/ramon-rodriguez/

Answer from Perplexity: https://www.perplexity.ai/search/write-a-200-word-biography-abo-tmXfGoCKTvS3OSlFV5GCdg?utm_source=copy_output

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