El Torito Print
El Torito Print
El Torito
A majestic bull piñata rendered in bold, vibrant colors. Part of my celebrated Piñata series, this piece transforms a party decoration into a symbol of cultural pride and celebration.
The piñata is the elephant in the room. Its mere presence can be seen as both protest and celebration. My piñatas inhabit spaces where no one expects to see them. Yet they stand comfortably, embracing their new surroundings.
Growing up in East Los Angeles, piñatas marked every milestone—birthdays, holidays, quinceañeras. These colorful figures witnessed our joy. They deserve to be remembered as art.
As BIPOC folks enter positions of influence, we enter new landscapes far from our gente. The piñata becomes a self-portrait of myself and my community—out of place yet belonging, demanding to be seen.
✦ PRINT DETAILS
- Archival quality giclée print on museum-grade paper
- Hand-signed by artist Francisco Palomares
- Open edition
- Fade-resistant pigment inks (100+ year lifespan)
- Two sizes available: 8.5×11" or 17×22"
- Optional professional framing
- FREE shipping included to all U.S. states
✦ ABOUT THE SERIES
My Piñata in English Landscapes series sets the piñata in positions where people least expect it. Being the elephant in the room, its mere presence can be seen as an act of protest and celebration. The piñata may be out of place, but it stands comfortably embracing its new surroundings.
✦ PERFECT FOR
- Collectors of contemporary Chicano art
- Celebrating Mexican-American heritage and identity
- Vibrant statement pieces for home or office
- Gifts for milestone celebrations
- Supporting cultural representation in art
Contact info@palomaresblvd.com for original
Ships rolled in protective tube within 5-7 business days
PayPal installment plans available at checkout
Questions? info@palomaresblvd.com
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SHIPPING
- FREE shipping included to all U.S. states
- Ships rolled in a protective tube
- All orders ship within 5-7 business days
- Tracking number provided via email
- International shipping: Contact info@palomaresblvd.com for rates
PAYMENT OPTIONS
- Installment plans available to all PayPal users
- Pay over time with PayPal at checkout
- All major credit cards accepted
RETURNS & EXCHANGES
- All sales are final
- Please review size and framing options carefully before purchase
- Contact info@palomaresblvd.com with any questions before ordering
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QUALITY
- Giclée printing on museum-grade archival paper
- Fade-resistant pigment inks (100+ year lifespan)
- Color-matched to original painting
- Hand-signed by Francisco Palomares
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
- Unroll gently and allow print to flatten for 24-48 hours
- Frame behind UV-protective glass or acrylic
- Avoid direct sunlight when possible
- Handle with clean, dry hands
FRAMING (if selected)
- Professional black wood frame with archival mat
- UV-protective glass included
- Ready to hang
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ABOUT FRANCISCO PALOMARES
Francisco Palomares is a contemporary artist from East Los Angeles whose work is deeply rooted in his Mexican-American heritage and inspired by the Chicano Movement.
EDUCATION
- BFA, Drawing and Painting, Cal State Long Beach (2014)
- Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts, China (2013)
- Academia de Belle Arte, Florence, Italy (2010)
- Ryman Arts Program, USC (2007)
SELECTED EXHIBITIONS
- The Billboard Creative - "Fabuloso" Billboard (2025)
- San Diego International Airport - "Espacios & Lines" (2024)
- The Cheech Museum - "Anniversary Edition" (2023)
- Mingei International Museum - "Piñatas: The High Art of Celebration" (2022)
- Craft in America - "Piñatas: The High Art of Celebration" (2021)
- Armory Center for the Arts - "At the Table" (2022)
- Mexican Consulate Los Angeles (2018, 2017)
- Solo Show: "No Parking on PalomaresBLVD," Bermudez Projects (2023)
RECOGNITION & PRESS
- LA Lakers "In the Paint" Winner (2021)
- Quinn Emmanuel Artist in Residence (2022)
- Featured: LA Times, Telemundo, Spectrum News, PBS's Craft in America
- Walmart x Francisco Palomares Collaboration (2024)
- Saatchi Art Rising Stars (2020)
Working from his Boyle Heights studio, PalomaresBLVD, Francisco creates portraits, landscapes, and still lifes that celebrate the beauty and complexity of his community while challenging stereotypes.
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