Jorge Hernandez was born in Chula Vista, CA and graduated with a B.F.A. from the University of California, San Diego. Hernandez gravitates toward anything rhythmic and upbeat. He finds inspiration in musicians and the energy they create with a single chord, note or vibration. Being of Brazilian and Hispanic descent, Hernandez honors his Latin roots. Hernandez met his wife while living in San Francisco and tradition and family keeps him dedicated to art and family. Hernandez was recently featured as cover artist for the San Diego CityBeat magazine. He held his first San Diego solo show in January 2011 and was one of a few artists represented by The Picture Arts Foundation.