Chris Tobar Rodriguez
Hey there!
I’m Chris Tobar Rodriguez, a freelance brand designer and curator based in Austin, Texas. Originally from Chicago, I discovered my passion for design early on and honed my skills in Orlando before making Austin my creative hub.
When I’m not immersed in design projects, I curate art shows that spotlight emerging talents and celebrate established artist friends. These events fuel my creativity and keep me connected to Austin’s vibrant art community.
Outside the studio, I love exploring Austin’s food scene, enjoying the outdoors, and drawing inspiration from art exhibitions. Quality time with my wife and our dog is my ultimate recharge.
I’m passionate about building meaningful collaborations that go beyond the surface. If you’re looking for a designer who values authenticity and thrives on pushing creative boundaries, let’s connect and bring your vision to life!
Recent Exhibitions
2008
Night of the Living Exposure @ The Culture Mart, Orlando, FL
Caffeine for the Artistic Soul @ Full Sail, Orlando, FL
Graffiti Conference 1 @ Black Box, Orlando, FL
B-side Artists Exhibition 1 @ CityArts Factory, Orlando, FL
2009
Graffiti Conference 2 @ Black Box, Orlando, FL
B-side Artists Exhibition 2 @ CityArts Factory, Orlando, FL
Urban Art Show @ Common Gallery, Orlando, FL
Inprogress Release @ Redefine Art Gallery, Orlando, FL
Solo Show at The Blackbox @ Blackbox, Orlando, FL
The Beatles Tribute @ Redefine Art Gallery, Orlando, FL
Skateboard and Sticker Trading Party @ Redefine Art Gallery, Orlando, FL
2010
Graffiti Conference 3 @ Black Box, Orlando, FL
B-side Artists Exhibition 3 @ CityArts Factory, Orlando, FL
My Uzi Weighs a Ton @ Neon Forest, Orlando, FL
Seed the Forest @ Neon Forest, Orlando, FL
US President Group Show @ Mother Falcon, Orlando, FL
Realm 54 Grand Opening @ Realm 54, Orlando, FL
The Beginning B-Side Artists Documentary @ CityArts Factory, Orlando, FL
Bandwagon Roadshow @ Redefine Art Gallery, Orlando, FL
Mechanized Underground @ Baldwin Park, Orlando, FL
Star Wars @ Mother Falcon, Orlando, FL
2011
G40 Exhibit @ Art Whino, Washington, DC
Stick 'Em Up @ Bohdi Tree, Orlando, FL
The Muppet Show @ Avalon Gallery, Orlando, FL
Dreamers and Doers @ Taste Gallery, Orlando, FL
Man in the Mask @ Per Populus Gallery, Chicago, IL
B-side Artists Exhibition 4 @ CityArts Factory, Orlando, FL
More Than Sunshine @ Twelve21 Art Gallery, Orlando, FL
2012
Miami Art Basel Mural @ Art Whino, Miami, FL
Unmasked @ Twelve21 Art Gallery, Orlando, FL
B-side Artists Exhibition 5 @ CityArts Factory, Orlando, FL
G40 Exhibit @ Art Whino, Richmond, VA
2013
Native (Solo Show) @ XL Gallery, Orlando, FL
B-side Artists Exhibition 6 @ CityArts Factory, Orlando, FL
2017
Our Orlando - Mennello Museum @ Mennello Museum, Orlando, FL
Artist Panel at the Mennello Museum @ Mennello Museum, Orlando, FL
Don't Bring A Pillow To A Knife Fight, Two Man Group Show @ Redefine Art Gallery, Orlando, FL
B-side Artists Exhibition 7 @ CityArts Factory, Orlando, FL
2021
"I FEEL LIKE YE" (2021) @ Richest Art Gallery, Austin, TX (Curated by Tobar)
Black Art WKND (Dates not specified) @ Native, Austin, TX (Curated by Tobar as Creative Director for _OFCOLOR)
Latino Art WKND (Dates not specified) @ Native, Austin, TX (Curated by Tobar as Creative Director for _OFCOLOR)
B-side Artists Exhibition 8 @ CityArts Factory, Orlando, FL
Anime Wonderland @ Guzu Gallery, Austin, TX
2022
Black Art WKND (Dates not specified) @ Distribution Hall , Austin, TX (Curated by Tobar as Creative Director for _OFCOLOR)
Latino Art WKND (Dates not specified) @ Distribution Hall , Austin, TX (Curated by Tobar as Creative Director for _OFCOLOR)
B-side Artists Exhibition 9 @ CityArts Factory, Orlando, FL
2023
A LOT CLOSER (September 21 – October 29, 2023) @ 2324 Studios, Austin, TX
"I FEEL LIKE BEY" (2023) @ Dottiewood Studio, Austin, TX (Curated by Tobar + SHE COLLECTS ART)
"SNEAK’ART" (2023) @ 2324 Studios, Austin, TX (Curated by Tobar + ATX Artists Social)
Austin Studio Tour East (2023) @ Various Locations, Austin, TX
Show and Tell @ 2324, Austin, TX
B-side Artists Exhibition 10 @ CityArts Factory, Orlando, FL
I Wonder Solo Show, @ Redefine Art Gallery, Orlando, FL
The Mighty, Uncanny, Incredible, Amazing Art Show: Artwork Inspired by Comic Books @ Guzu Gallery, Austin, TX
2024
Adios Summer - Group Shop - @ 1301 Gallery, Austin, TX
Neon Rodeo: Act 1 (October 2024) @ Contracommon, Bee Cave, TX
Neon Rodeo: Act 2 (November 2024) @ DawaHQ, Austin, TX
Neon Rodeo: Pop Up (November 2024) @ Austin, TX
B-side Artists Exhibition 11 @ CityArts Factory, Orlando, FL
Made in Texas: A Pop Culture Art Show with Lone Star Flavor @ Guzu Gallery, Austin, TX