Photography by David Camarena.
Alfonso Gonzalez Jr., born in 1989, grew up amid Los Angeles’ transformation, witnessing the reshaping of community and cultural structures. As a true Angeleno, though, he has found a way to resist the erasure of the neighborhoods that nurtured him. His paintings reflect not just his heritage but a personal crusade against cultural loss.
The budding artist is redefining the narrative of contemporary art. He echoes his family’s heritage of Mexican hand-painted signage, known as Rotulismo Mexicano, while infusing it with his unique perspective, creating a groundbreaking narrative within the art world.