Piñata y Dulces Print
Piñata y Dulces Print
Piñata y Dulces
A vibrant piñata bursting with color, surrounded by the candy and joy of celebration. This piece captures the anticipation and excitement of childhood parties—the moment before the piñata breaks open and sweetness spills out.
Growing up in East Los Angeles, piñatas marked every milestone—birthdays, holidays, quinceañeras. These colorful figures witnessed our joy and brought our community together. The candy inside represents the rewards of patience, the sweetness of celebration, and the abundance we create for our children.
My piñata paintings elevate this symbol of Mexican-American celebration to fine art, demanding it be seen with the same reverence as classical still lifes. The piñata is more than decoration—it's memory, tradition, and cultural pride made tangible.
✦ 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 (+$100)
- FREE shipping included to all U.S. states
✦ EXHIBITION HISTORY
Featured in "Piñatas: The High Art of Celebration"
- Craft in America, Los Angeles (2021)
- Mingei International Museum, San Diego (2022)
✦ ABOUT MY WORK
I pay close attention to aspects of everyday life, documenting stories of community, culture, and shared memories. My work retrospectively studies observations that reflect the spaces I navigate as a first-generation Mexican-American.
✦ PERFECT FOR
- Celebrating Mexican-American culture and traditions
- Nostalgic gifts for birthdays and celebrations
- Children's rooms and playful spaces
- Collectors of contemporary Chicano art
- Party planners and event spaces
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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