About Me
My background
My work is rooted in movement—of the body, of spirit, and of community. As both a visual artist and Tai Chi practitioner, I see every brushstroke, mural, or public collaboration as part of an ongoing dialogue between self and space. I’m drawn to imperfection, rhythm, and the intuitive language of shape and energy. Whether on a weathered wall or in a group workshop, I aim to create work that is felt as much as it is seen. My practice blends sacred geometries, cultural memory, and physical awareness to explore how art can restore, uplift, and ground us. For me, art is not a product—it’s a process of healing, listening, and connecting.
My experience
Ángel Quesada is a multidisciplinary artist whose work blends public artwork, painting, performance, and healing practices to explore the intersection of movement, place, and community. With more than 25 years of creative experience, he has become a recognized figure in Houston’s arts scene, known for his vibrant murals, community engagement, and thoughtful integration of martial and visual arts.
Born in Laredo, Texas, and shaped by time spent in Boston and Los Angeles, Quesada has lived and worked in Houston for over 15 years. His practice spans street art, studio painting, curatorial work, and Tai Chi instruction, each informing the other. His murals—sometimes officially commissioned, sometimes spontaneous—interact with their environments, embracing imperfections and responding to the textures of urban life. He often partners with youth and community groups to co-create pieces that reflect shared histories and collective aspirations.
My vision
Quesada’s creative process is deeply informed by his background in internal martial arts, especially Tai Chi, which he began studying after a neck injury and now teaches widely. He brings this embodied awareness into his artwork, treating mural-making as both performance and meditation. The result is a visual language that flows with rhythm, energy, and intentionality.
Whether leading a workshop, curating a show, or transforming a wall, Quesada approaches each project with humility, care, and a desire to connect. He sees art as a tool for healing and reflection—a way to foster belonging, spark curiosity, and encourage dialogue.