She’s an artist working to create and preserve murals on the West Side.
The West Side is her home. She grew up there, still lives there, and loves her neighborhood. Growing up there, however, meant she did not always have access to the same opportunities as those born in other areas of the city.
Crystal overcame her obstacles, though, and she is determined to encourage others in her community to do the same. Today, Crystal works to inspire her community and helps them express themselves through art, especially through her work with youth at San Anto Cultural Arts. You won’t believe what they did to her car!
Read Ben Olivo’s full article about Crystal Tamez in Echoes magazine or watch the video below.
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