Lalo Garcia

Lalo Garcia is the artist for the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe on the north Plaza wall of the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels. He also served as a member of the Arts and Furnishings Committee for the Cathedral. His unique talents, his love for native culture and his commitment to preserving the folklore of Mexico are reflected in his work.

 

Garcia's work exudes the love of Mary for her children, which was a central part of his upbringing in rural Mexico. Garcia showed artistic talent at an early age and immigrated to the United States after his father participated in the Bracero program. Garcia has spent twenty-five years immersed in the world of art as design artist, production designer, state director and choreographer. "My years of experience with the art form of dance," he reflects, "have taught me to respect the greatness of our indigenous civilizations, while my knowledge of Christianity in the world at large strengthens my inner balance.He has designed fourteen Guadalupe images in the United States and Mexico. "I continue to celebrate my cultural heritage as I pay tribute to my religious beliefs," he explains.  His devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe extends to his private collection, where none of his works are complete if they do not honor her in some way. 

The Cathedral Gift Shop is pleased to announce that you too can enjoy the beauty of Garcia's sacred art in your home.