Chris Tobar Rodriguez
Chris Rodriguez, also known as Tobar, is a talented artist and designer based in Austin, Texas. He is the creative director of a small creative studio and an art curator. Tobar has over a decade of experience in the design field, and he is known for pushing the boundaries of design. He creates eye-catching branding for his clients and collaborates with top artists for prestigious exhibitions.
Tobar's work is characterized by its bold use of color, typography, and imagery. He is not afraid to experiment with new techniques and styles, and his work is always fresh and innovative. Tobar is also a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion in the arts, and he is committed to using his platform to promote the work of underrepresented artists.
He has also served as the creative director for _OFCOLOR, where he has curated events such as BLACK ART WKND and LATINO ART WKND. Tobar's notable projects include collaborations on the curation and branding of SXSW BLACK FUTURE HOUSE, and "I FEEL LIKE YE," an unforgettable music and art experience. Tobar's work has had a lasting impact on the art and creative industries.
OUR STORY
2008
Night of the Living Exposure @ The Culture Mart
Caffeine for the Artistic Soul @ Full Sail
Graffiti Conference 1 @ Black Box Orlando
B-side Artists Exhibition 1 @ City Arts Factory
2009
Graffiti Conference 2 @ Black Box Orlando
B-side Artists Exhibition 2 @ City Arts Factory
Urban art show @ Common Gallery
Inprogress Release @ Redefine Art Gallery
Solo Show @ The Blackbox
The Beatles Tribute @ Redefine Art Gallery
Skateboard and Sticker Trading Party @ Redefine Art Gallery
2010
Graffiti Conference 3
@ Black Box Orlando
B-side Artists Exhibition 3
@ City Arts Factory
Common Gallery Urban art show
My Uzi weighs a ton Group Show
@Neon Forest
Seed the Forest Group Show
@Neon Forest
US President Group Show
@ Mother Falcon
Realm 54 Grand Opening
@ Realm 54
The Beginning B-Side artists
Documentary
Bandwagon Roadshow
Something Worth Going Too
Group Show
@ Redefine Art Gallery
Mechanized Underground
Group Show
@ Baldwin Park
Star Wars
@ Mother Falcon
2011
G40 Exhbit Group Show
@ Artwhino (DC)
Stick em’ Up Group Show
@ Bohdi Tree
The Muppet Show Group Show
@ Avalon Gallery
Dreamers and Doers Group Show
@ Taste Gallery
Man in the Mask Solo Show
@ Per Populus Gallery (Chicago)
B-side Artists Exhibition 4
@ City Arts Factory
More Than Sunshine Group Show
@ Twelev21 Art gallery
2012
Miami Art Basel Mural
@ Artwhino
Unmasked Solo Show
@ Tweleve21 Art Gallery
B-side Artists Exhibition 5
@ City Arts Factory
G40 Exhbit Group Show
@ Artwhino (Richmond)
2013
Native (Solo Show)
@ XL Gallery