QGPod 80 – Artist Jorge Bejarano “Abstract Oakland”

On this episode of the podcast Anson and Chris had a colorful conversation with Oakland based artist Jorge Bejarano aka Abstract Oakland. If you’ve had the privilege of taking a cruise down Broadway Downtown Oakland, you may have seen his vibrant work adorning some of the storefronts amongst the beautiful array of street art, or perhaps you got your hands on some of his recent Oakland themed Loteria Tablas. Regardless of where you have or have yet to come across his work, his eye catching cityscapes are sure to leave a lasting impression. They talked about how encouragement from an early mentor helped set him up for success in the long run, and how his development as an artist led him to putting his true self into his works. As is the case with many creative endeavors, approaching your craft from a genuine place will almost always yield the best results, and Jorge’s story is no different. Whether you’re a street art enthusiast or creative of any capacity, you’ll enjoy this conversation about art and culture in the east bay.