Emily Winters. Originally from Illinois, Winters received a B.F.A. in drawing and painting from the Chicago Institute of Art.
She moved to southern California in 1963.
She studied with now-retired master billboard artist Mario Rueda and worked full-time as a billboard artist.
Artist Profile: Emily Winters
Through her artwork, Emily Winters has been championing social justice and making a difference in her community for decades. Her artistic process is rooted in her passion for exploring the human condition to bring the struggles of those in her community to light.
Her notable works, such as the 1989-1990 mural on the Venice Beach Boardwalk, are inspired by her background and the issues affecting her community.
Emily was heavily influenced by Latinx and indigenous art, drawing from these styles to create meaningful and powerful pieces.
Her mural on the Venice Beach Boardwalk is a powerful testament to her commitment to social justice and her ability to use her art to bring awareness to pressing issues.
References
KCET. (2023, February 11). Emily Winters: Muralist and Activist. Departures. Retrieved from https://www.kcet.org/shows/departures/emily-winters-muralist-and-activist