This illustration series shines a spotlight on amazing Hispanic figures who don’t always get their time in the history books, and as a proud graphic designer and illustrator of Hispanic heritage, I’m honored to bring their stories to life with vibrant, thoughtful artwork that blends creativity and culture in a way that’s both inspiring and educational.Featured in this collection are:
Dolores Huerta:
A pioneering civil rights activist and American labor leader, co-founder of the National Farmworkers Association. Dolores has tirelessly championed improved working conditions and rights for migrant farmworkers.
Rigoberta Menchú:
An Indigenous activist from Guatemala whose decades-long dedication to human rights advocacy earned her the Nobel Peace Prize in 1992. Her work continues to shine a global spotlight on justice and equality.
Remedios Varo:
A trailblazing Surrealist artist, renowned not only for being one of the few women in this genre but for her unique, mystical style. Her paintings, such as Creation of the Birds (1957), depict androgynous beings immersed in alchemy, magic, and the occult, inviting viewers into a fantastical world.
José Martí:
A multifaceted figure — teacher, journalist, poet, philosopher, and revolutionary — Martí inspired Cuba’s fight for independence through his powerful words and activism, becoming a symbol of hope and freedom.