Real Inspiration. True Artistry.

Dive into the brilliant works of talented artists in the public art world of San Antonio.

Greetings from San Antonio Mural (2022)Visit San Antonio

Murals

From Welcome to San Antonio murals to murals with deeply personal meanings, muralists throughout San Antonio find creative opportunities to display their talents while telling stories. Mural by Ghost Custom Art 

La Popular Bakery Mural (2018)Visit San Antonio

Familia y Cultura es Vida

Translated to "Family & Culture is Life" and originally created by Debbie Esparza and Juan Ramos, this piece is a prime example of muralists depicting elements that are personal and hold special meanings. 

Selena Mural at Alamo Candy (2018)Visit San Antonio

Legacies Live On

Many murals depicted throughout San Antonio honor loved ones who have passed - both famous and non-famous alike. One of the most visited murals in San Antonio is the Tejano Superstar Selena Mural by muralist Alan Calvo. 

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La Veladora of Our Lady Guadalupe (2018)Visit San Antonio

La Veladora of Our Lady of Guadalupe

The mediums chosen by San Antonio artists are endless. "La Veladora of Our Lady of Guadalupe" by Jesse Treviño is a 3-D ceramic mural votive candle with an eternal flame. The flame is intended to serve as a neighborhood beacon. - City of San Antonio Department of Arts & Culture

Margarita Cabrera, "Árbol de la Vida: Memorias y Voces de la Tierra", 2019 (2019) by City of San Antonio Department of Arts & CultureVisit San Antonio

Árbol de la Vida: Memorias y Voces de la Tierra

Located at the San Francisco de la Espada World Heritage Site, this piece by Margarita Cabrera celebrates San Antonio’s ranching heritage through the eyes of the community. - City of San Antonio Department of Arts & Culture 

Leticia Huerta, "Bloom," 2021 (2021)Visit San Antonio

The River Walk Public Art Garden

Celebrating both San Antonio and international artists, the River Walk Public Art Garden located in downtown San Antonio features both permanent and rotating artworks. Pictured is "Bloom" by native San Antonian artist Leticia Huerta. 

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Pedro Reyes, "Stargazer (Citlali)," 2022 (2022) by City of San Antonio Department of Arts & CultureVisit San Antonio

Stargazer (Citlali) at the River Walk Public Art Garden

One of the newest additions to the River Walk Public Art Garden, Stargazer (Citlali) by artist Pedo Reyes stands over 16-feet tall and is comprised of Mexican volcanic stone and marble. 

Kaldric Dow, "Spheres of Reflection," 2021 (2021) by City of San Antonio Department of Arts & CultureVisit San Antonio

"Spheres of Reflection" by Kaldric Dow

Many art pieces throughout the city depict cultural messages and meanings. A prime example is "Spheres of Reflection" by Kaldric Dow who used the very same words often used by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in his artwork. 

Kaldric Dow, "Spheres of Reflection," 2021 (2021) by City of San Antonio Department of Arts & CultureVisit San Antonio

Artist Spotlight: Kaldric Dow

Get to know the artist behind "Spheres of Reflection."

San Antonio | The Saga (2022) by Rossi RamirezVisit San Antonio

Must See: San Antonio | The Saga

Take a visual journey through the history of San Antonio – from historical discovery to current development – with a world-class video art installation. Created by world-renowned French artist Xavier de Richemont, projected on the façade of the San Fernando Cathedral.

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Sebastian, “Star of Texas (La Estrella de Texas),” 2020 (2020) by City of San Antonio Department of Arts & CultureVisit San Antonio

Sebastian

No conversation of surrounding public art in San Antonio is complete without the inclusion of Sebastian. With some of the most iconic artworks found throughout the city, Sebastian has contributed countless works of art to the city's public art scene. 

Sebastian, “Door of Equality (La Puerta de Igualdad),” 2020 (2020) by City of San Antonio Department of Arts & CultureVisit San Antonio

Door of Equality (La Puerta de Igualdad)

One of Sebatian's most recent pieces on display throughout the city, Door of Equality commemorates the city’s rich civil and human rights history.

Sebastian, "Torch of Friendship (Antorcha de Amistad)," 2002 (2019) by Joel SalcidoVisit San Antonio

Torch of Friendship (Antorcha de Amistad)

Arguably Sebastian's most iconic and well-known pieces throughout the city, Torch of Friendship (Antorcha de Amistad) has stood tall in the heart of downtown for 20 years and symbolizes two cultures, two languages, and two roads merging into one - specifically the US and Mexico.

Real Art. True Creativity. (2022) by Visit San AntonioVisit San Antonio

Real Art. True Creativity.

Expect the unexpected - San Antonio's public art scene is unique and exhibits work from talented artists. 

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