Born: Oakland, CA
Resides: Mission District, San Francisco

Vision:
The Forrealist movement is lead by a group of mixed Indian artists who create works collectively. Drawing from their cultural traditions, and the wisdom and experience imparted by their elders, The Forrealists use indigenous symbolism in their art. Striving to deconstruct racial barriers they often couple these traditional mythological images and traditional forms with Western icons. These colorful paintings construct cultural bridges; expanding cultural continuity and furthering an Indigenous consciousness.
Joaquin and Sean have been painting together for the past ten years. Meeting each other in High School it was their shared passion for art and interest in cultural politics that speared their friendship.

Education:
Sean graduated from UC Davis, BA in Fine Art & in History
Joaquin graduated from UC Santa Cruz, BA IN Fine Art & Digital Design

Achievements:
Featured artist in the “Freedom Book”, 2003 San Francisco

"Beastie Bones" acrylic on canvas, 18"x18" $160	"Sgt. Muertos " acrylic on canvas, 24"x24" $260	"Buena Muerta Social Club" acrylic on canvas, 24"x24" $260
"Blow Gunner Shot" acrylic on canvas, 25"x18" $360	"Birthing Scene of Ix-Chel" acrylic on canvas, 22"x30" $850	"VanGogh" acrylic on canvas, 18"x18" $160

"Red Water Bird" acrylic on canvas, 18"x36" $180	"Yellow Sombreros"	"White Sombreros"