'The Market Butcher' is a portrait from a series of illustrations that explores the neighborhood of Westlake in Los Angeles, California. The focus of the series is on how local families and businesses are adapting to the many changes in the community as a result of gentrification.

Research for this project included interviewing my neighbors and local small business owners. The portrait of ‘The Market Butcher’ was inspired by an interview with the local butcher at my neighborhood Carniceria who was struggling to compete with larger supermarkets.

Winner, Silver Cube at The ADC Awards

Winner, Bronze Award at the 3x3 International Illustration Show #18

Winner, New Talent Award/Exploration Category/World Illustration Awards

Winner, Silver Medal at Graphis New Talent

Jury Selected, Society of Illustrators West 59

Jury Selected, Society of Illustrators NY 63

Finalist, LICC Awards

Shortlist, Royal Society of Portrait Painters