Alexa Cortez

Alexa is a 25 year old Artist that lives in San Francisco CA, representing her roots from her hometown community, Watsonville CA. Her creativity focuses on the art of agriculture with acrylic paint. Watsonville CA, is known to grow many crops but it mainly known as "Home of the Strawberries”. Alexa takes pride sharing her creativity as a symbolization for her grandparents that worked in the fields once they migrated from Mexico to the United States.

“Painting has taken a huge impact in my life ever since I was 4 years old. I’m heavy on being patient with my emotions and find a blank canvas as a safe space to just spill whatever is on my mind. There is no limit when it comes to painting because each stroke counts. That is why it hits a sacred spot to create and share my craft with others. Each piece that I have done carries, meaning, motivation, and gratitude. My last piece was my biggest challenge; as it was a project I worked on for more than 2 years. Healing from difficult burdens, I put the paintbrush down for a while. With the support of family, friends, and community I found motivation in my struggles as an opportunity to finish the pieces I started.”

I am beyond thankful for the love I've received and have many projects in mind that I cannot wait to make come to life. I look forward to growing my art journey and meeting other creatives. It’s only up from here.