Raúl Valdez
Muralist, Austin

            José has been a great inspiration to me.  Whenever I need a little motivation, a visit to his studio does it for me.  A prolific worker and observer of life, José has never lacked that certain contagious energy that expresses his view in extraordinary fashion.  If you have never met a person who can absolutely be considered the consummate artist, then take a good look at José Francisco Treviño.