Jasmine Delgado is an Associate Professor of Art and Design at California State University Channel Islands, where she teaches a variety of courses including Color and Design, Visual Technologies, Graphic Design Print Media, and Screenprinting. Born and raised in the San Fernando Valley, Delgado’s deep connection to the Los Angeles area profoundly influences her artwork, which often explores the complex identities and evolving landscape of urban and suburban settings.
Her art combines printmaking, graphic design, and fiber art techniques to create quilted works that depict the often overlooked but culturally significant aspects of urban landscapes, such as signage and local establishments. These quilts reflect her experiences growing up in a densely populated area and her intimate relationship with these environments, gained from navigating the city on foot or public transport for many years.
Delgado’s quilted works are not only a celebration of her local environment but also an exploration of nostalgia and the nuanced identities within her community. She utilizes soft, pliable materials to contrast the hard surfaces typical of urban fixtures, imbuing her pieces with a sense of warmth and personal connection. Her work is a modern continuation of the quilting tradition, using the medium to tell stories about her community and to preserve memories of a rapidly changing landscape. For more detailed information, explore this artist’s work and background through the following website: www.jasminedelgado.com