About us
Welcome!
My name is Alex Covarrubias. I'm a Cicero artist that focuses on Mexican folk and Chicano art. Ever since I was kid, I've always loved drawing and developed a huge passion for it. I created Redcave to display my visual work for people to see and connect to. Through my illustrations, I blend in mix media that showcases my heritage and traditions, creating rich stories and meanings behind it.
La Frida
This is a pop art illustration of the famous Mexican painter, Frida Kahlo. This digital illustration brings together the legacy that Kahlo brought in the late 40's and 50's. Her self-portraits influenced Alex to merge pop art with Mexican influential artists.
Maria Felix
This pop art illustration emphasizes the famous Mexican actress and singer, Maria Felix. She is considered to be one of the most successful figures in the late 1940's and 1950's in Latin American Cinema. In the illustration, the word "NO!" highlights the strong women empowerment Felix had during a time where women held traditional roles. Felix was a pioneer in the feminist movement that inspired many.
Chilindrina
This digital illustration focuses on the late Mexican actress, Maria Antonieta de las Nieves. She played in one of the most watched sitcoms, El Chavo del Ocho. She played the fictional character "La Chilindrina" on the show, making her an influential figure for future generations.
Selena Quintanilla
This illustration of the late Mexican American singer, Selena Quintanilla, emphasizes the great legacy she left with her American Tejano music. Quintanilla was able to grab people's attention and love because of her singing and who she was as a person. Having a Mexican American singer transcend not only national but worldwide has made a powerful influence in the Mexican Tejano industry.