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Bienvenidos: The Murals and Work of Jose Vazquez
When: Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Where: University YMCA, 1001 S. Wright St., Champaign, IL, 61820 — Champaign, IL
Price: Free
Murals are not only about bright colors and beautiful imagery, they can be powerful community tools. This exhibition is a glimpse into how an artist working with local people on mural projects can showcase the beauty and diversity of community and the positive impact that can have on everyone involved.
Jose Vazquez is a Mexico-born, Chicago-raised artist, muralist, illustrator, and concept artist whose work spans public art, fine art, and digital media. For more than three decades, he has created artwork that transforms public spaces through bold color, dynamic composition, and community storytelling. Vazquez began his artistic career in Chicago's graffiti movement, where he became an original member of the renowned DC5 Crew, helping establish it as one of the city's most respected graffiti collectives.
Exhibition on view from Aug. 24 - Oct. 18Reception Sept. 10 from 5-7pm Friday Forum + Conversation Cafe Sept. 25 from 12-1pm
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