Introductions
I’m Alvaro – very nice to meet you. Usually at this point I have to cordially clarify how to pronounce my name, which is followed by a surprised reaction from others when they learn that my last name is Alvarez. My full name is Alvaro Andres Alvarez Bustamante and I am a visual artist. Born in San Diego, CA and raised in Tijuana, Mexico, I identify as a “Border Boy,” meaning my way of life is completely intertwined on both sides of the US-Mexico wall, like millions around here.
I founded my art studio during the most memorable year in recent history, 2020, and though I planned on opening up my practice prior to the pandemic, I didn’t want to use the contagion as an excuse not to. My binational art practice is strongly influenced by architectural representation, neuroscience in design, and hospitality story-telling. These three concepts are very dear to me given my past experiences, personal identity, and goal in life; which is to freely create art with passion and integrity.
