Abel Saucedo is a Mexican American artist based in El Paso, Texas, whose work blends cosmic imagery, dreamlike landscapes, and his Mexican-American heritage. He creates bold, thought-provoking pieces that challenge perceptions of reality. His current work explores the mystical connection between the human experience and the cosmos, inviting viewers to step into a world where the ordinary transforms into something extraordinary.
Earlier in his career, Saucedo's art was shaped by the challenges of life on the U.S.-Mexico border, addressing themes like resilience and cultural duality. Specializing in both painting and sculpture, he works with raw materials and symbolic imagery to create art that resonates on a personal and universal level.
With a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Sculpture and Painting from the University of Texas at El Paso, Saucedo’s work has been featured in exhibitions at the El Paso Museum of Art and Mexic-Arte Museum. Working from his public studio, he continues to refine his craft, pushing creative boundaries while prioritizing artistic exploration—making the journey of creation the most essential part of his practice.
Earlier in his career, Saucedo's art was shaped by the challenges of life on the U.S.-Mexico border, addressing themes like resilience and cultural duality. Specializing in both painting and sculpture, he works with raw materials and symbolic imagery to create art that resonates on a personal and universal level.
With a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Sculpture and Painting from the University of Texas at El Paso, Saucedo’s work has been featured in exhibitions at the El Paso Museum of Art and Mexic-Arte Museum. Working from his public studio, he continues to refine his craft, pushing creative boundaries while prioritizing artistic exploration—making the journey of creation the most essential part of his practice.
Work Reviewed or Illustrated
Camba, Maria 2022 Pinatas y Carnaval July 27 2022 (https://pinatasycarnaval.es/presentacion)
Flores, Nancy - American Statesman Staff "Cultura en Austin: Arte de jóvenes latinos y son jarocho en julio" Statesmen, June 27th 2018
(https://www.statesman.com/news/cultura-austin-arte-jovenes-latinos-son-jarocho-julio/hlwijPHbAOkgm8O6KhWi4M/)
Jean, Melany. "Review: "Young Latinx Artists 23" This year's group show at Mexic-Arte shows the border as scar." The Austin Chronicle, August, 3 2018 (https://www.austinchronicle.com/daily/arts/2018-08-03/review-young-latinx-artists-23/
Ayers, Krysta. "Abel Saucedo - Artist Spotlight." The City Magazine El Paso, Apr. 2017, pp. 80-84.
“YLA 15 - Abel Saucedo.” YouTube, uploaded by OfficialMexicArte, 4 April 2012, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wyVpW4o8_rc
"Art Imitates Life" CNN, uploaded by CNN Live, July 10 2009, http://us.cnn.com/video/?/video/living/2009/07/10/dcl.abel.saucedo.intv.cnn
CNN, July 8 2009, Sculptures reflect violent life on the border – and death, Mayra Cuevas
Trendhunter, July 12, 2009, Macabre Sculptures Comment on Mexico Drug War, Marissa Brassfield
El Diario, July 7 2009, Crea Controversia, Alberto Ponce De Leon
El Paso Times Editorial, July 9 2009, Juarez Violence Serves as Grim Reminder, Joe Muench
El Paso Times, July 8 2009, Violence Spawns Artwork, Daniel Borunda
KVIA News Channel 7, July 8 2009, Controversial Border Art Makes Waves, Rachel Abell
News Paper Tree, July 8 2009, Severed Head Art Represents Juarez, Cynthia Romero
Border Art Dialogue, April 16 2009, Symbolism gone ham on wry, dsart
The Prospector, September 11 2008, Studio Space: An inside look at the life of an artist, Kandice Diaz
Camba, Maria 2022 Pinatas y Carnaval July 27 2022 (https://pinatasycarnaval.es/presentacion)
Flores, Nancy - American Statesman Staff "Cultura en Austin: Arte de jóvenes latinos y son jarocho en julio" Statesmen, June 27th 2018
(https://www.statesman.com/news/cultura-austin-arte-jovenes-latinos-son-jarocho-julio/hlwijPHbAOkgm8O6KhWi4M/)
Jean, Melany. "Review: "Young Latinx Artists 23" This year's group show at Mexic-Arte shows the border as scar." The Austin Chronicle, August, 3 2018 (https://www.austinchronicle.com/daily/arts/2018-08-03/review-young-latinx-artists-23/
Ayers, Krysta. "Abel Saucedo - Artist Spotlight." The City Magazine El Paso, Apr. 2017, pp. 80-84.
“YLA 15 - Abel Saucedo.” YouTube, uploaded by OfficialMexicArte, 4 April 2012, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wyVpW4o8_rc
"Art Imitates Life" CNN, uploaded by CNN Live, July 10 2009, http://us.cnn.com/video/?/video/living/2009/07/10/dcl.abel.saucedo.intv.cnn
CNN, July 8 2009, Sculptures reflect violent life on the border – and death, Mayra Cuevas
Trendhunter, July 12, 2009, Macabre Sculptures Comment on Mexico Drug War, Marissa Brassfield
El Diario, July 7 2009, Crea Controversia, Alberto Ponce De Leon
El Paso Times Editorial, July 9 2009, Juarez Violence Serves as Grim Reminder, Joe Muench
El Paso Times, July 8 2009, Violence Spawns Artwork, Daniel Borunda
KVIA News Channel 7, July 8 2009, Controversial Border Art Makes Waves, Rachel Abell
News Paper Tree, July 8 2009, Severed Head Art Represents Juarez, Cynthia Romero
Border Art Dialogue, April 16 2009, Symbolism gone ham on wry, dsart
The Prospector, September 11 2008, Studio Space: An inside look at the life of an artist, Kandice Diaz