About Toria

Toria Maldonado is an illustrator, painter, and screen printer from Long Beach, California. Inspired by queer abolition, they create work in response to current socio-economic issues. In their art practice, they’ve learned to use many creative tools to deal with both personal and communal struggles.

In 2019, they received their Bachelor’s Degree in Studio Art from California State University, of Long Beach. Their work has been exhibited at Long Beach Museum of Art, South Gate Museum, and Plaza de la Raza, etc. They have worked with organizations like Social and Public Art Resource Center, Nalgona Positivity Pride, Chicxs Rockerxs SELA, and Mi Centro (located at the LA LGBT Center). Currently, they are collaborating with local artists to create accessible art, organize fundraisers, and support creative community workshops.