Sam Coronado (October 19, 1946 – November 11, 2013) was a Mexican-American artist, educator, and activist known for his contributions to the Chicano art movement, especially through his work in printmaking.
[4] In addition to his printmaking, Coronado was a passionate educator, teaching art at Austin Community College, where he worked to cultivate the next generation of artists.
[3] Coronado’s artistic style is closely tied to the Chicano art movement, blending Mexican-American cultural imagery with contemporary themes of identity, social justice, and immigration.
His screen prints depicted themes of biculturalism, family, and resistance, reflecting his own personal experiences as well as the broader struggles of the Latino community in the United States.
His efforts in founding the Serie Project are celebrated for providing opportunities to minority artists, and the prints produced through this initiative are seen as pivotal in promoting Latino art.
[2] The Austin Convention Center houses a large collection of his works, including Corazón, an iconic mural that symbolizes the unity and strength of the Latino community.