Miki Piñata - Original Sculpture
Miki Piñata - Original Sculpture
Mickey Piñata
Mickey Mouse reimagined as a piñata—American pop culture icon transformed through the lens of Mexican celebration tradition. This hand-painted wood sculpture brings together two cultural worlds: Disney's promise of joy and the piñata's role in our community gatherings.
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.
Mickey represents the American dreams sold to immigrant families—entertainment, happiness, success. By rendering him as a piñata, I honor my Mexican heritage while claiming space in American culture. The piece celebrates the fusion of both identities.
✦ ARTWORK DETAILS
- Original sculpture (one-of-a-kind)
- Acrylic on custom wood panel cutout
- 9" × 12"
- Hangs on French cleat mounting system
- Created 2024
- Signed and dated by artist
- Includes certificate of authenticity
✦ ABOUT THE SERIES
My piñata series transforms iconic American characters into Mexican cultural objects, creating a dialogue between my two formative experiences: my life as a first-generation Mexican American and my career as a fine artist.
✦ PERFECT FOR
- Collectors of pop culture meets cultural art
- Mickey Mouse and Disney enthusiasts
- Celebrating Mexican-American identity
- Statement pieces blending two cultures
- Supporting contemporary Chicano art
ORIGINAL ARTWORK - Only one available
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FREE shipping included to all U.S. states
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SHIPPING
- FREE shipping included to all U.S. states
- Ships via UPS with tracking number
- Carefully packaged in custom box
- Fully insured during transit
- Ships within 5-7 business days
- International shipping: DHL available, email info@palomaresblvd.com (additional fees apply)
INSTALLATION & CARE
- Hangs on French cleat mounting system (included)
- French cleat provides secure, professional installation
- Custom wood cutout painted with acrylic
- Clean with soft, dry cloth only
- Avoid direct sunlight to preserve colors
- Avoid high humidity areas
PAYMENT OPTIONS
- Installment plans available to all PayPal users
- Pay over time at checkout
- All major credit cards accepted
RETURNS
- All sales are final
- Contact info@palomaresblvd.com with questions before purchasing
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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)
- 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)
Francisco's piñata series has been celebrated nationally for transforming cultural symbols into fine art.
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