August 3, 2017
“REMEMBER WHAT’S IMPORTANT”
by Mitchelito Orquiola
Dubbed by some, says LatiNation, the unofficial mayor of Mar Vista’s art scene, Mitchelito (Mitch) Orquiola’s art is everywhere throughout Venice and Mar Vista. When he started his career more than 25 years ago he says his art didn’t fit into any categories established by galleries, and there was no one around to lend a helping hand. When the Mar Vista ArtWalk began in December, 2015, strengthening the neighborhood through love of the arts, Orquiola was quick to jump on board and make it happen and as Executive Curator for the ArtWalk he knows everyone and is now in a position to be that difference for many in the community. This 2016 wall on the side of Mar Vista Cleaners is dedicated to the community and Orquiola enlisted help from several other local artists including Chalavie, Jen LaVita, Erika Lane Enggren, and PinkRiches, offering a series of positive wishes and advice for peace in the neighborhood. @mitchelitoorquiola @chalavie @j.la_art @poetry.lane @bepinkriches @MarVistaArtWalk