Mary Agnes Rodriguez

Mary Agnes Rodriguez is an established multimedia artist based in her hometown, San Antonio, Texas. Her work documents political events, while empowering all segments of the community, especially young people. Her work showcases depictions of the Westside, the city’s historically Mexican quadrant, include overarching themes of activism, peace and social justice, and includes portraits of iconic figures that embody these principles. Many of these themes can also be seen in her mural work like “Mis Palabras, Mi Poder” (Burleson Elementary) and “Stained Glass Mosaic Mural Para Herbolaría La India.” Rodriguez’s work has also been shown in 7 major exhibitions, including Cheech Marin’s “Chicano Now: American Expressions” and “Portrait of Xicano Conscience: The Great Judge Albert Peña, Jr.” She has also exhibited at Texas Women’s Museum (Dallas), the Esperanza Peace and Justice Center, Centro Cultural Aztlán, Gallista Gallery and 1906 Gallery.