Jesus Barela

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Jesus Barela has been painting since high school, Dixon High, where he painted two murals. He then earned his Bachelors degree at California State University Sacramento (CSUS). During his tenure as a college student he was commissioned by CSUS to design the posters for the college plays. His work has been shown at La Raza Galeria Posada and the Witt gallery. Barela is influenced by Dali, Orozco, Siquieros and Picasso. Barela is drawn toward abstract movement and action painting. Barela is resourceful in that he will incorporate different mediums in his work as well as using experimental techniques. When asked about his experimental techniques, Barela stated, " when you are driven to create, you use whatever medium is available to you to bring the work to life." You can contact Jesus Barela at: Producir@hotmail.com

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