Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 11/07/2026exploremidtown.org/meet-manuel-...exploremidtown.orgMeet Manuel Fernando Rios: An Artist, Educator, and Advocate for Cultural Expression - Midtown AssociationA Sacramento collage artist shares how she transforms vintage paper into intricate, story-driven artwork inspired by local landmarks. 010
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 24/05/2026If you're interested in purchasing "The Reawakening of Joaquin" at a discount during the Crocker art auction, please use the link below and place your bid! This painting was published in the book "Articulator: Art and Conversation with Sacramento Creatives". bid.crockerart.org/online-aucti... 020
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 28/03/2026Here are the other photos from my solo show. Reception and Art Talk with @jy4tes.bsky.social 050
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 28/03/2026My solo show is coming down this week. Here are some photos of the artwork after it was hung, during the reception and Art Talk with fellow artist John Yoyogi Fortes @jy4tes.bsky.social #chicanoart #fineart #pencegallerydavis #paintings #mixedmedia 050
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 20/02/2026www.linkedin.com/redir/redire...linkedin.comYolo County art studio rooted in Chicano legacy gives voice to communityChicano art comes to life at Taller Arte del Nuevo Amanecer, which offers printmaking workshops for all ages and skill levels. 000
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 16/02/2026"My Authentic Self" Acrylic and Oil on Canvas 58 x 48 2026 #fineart #chicanoart #chicano #painting #contemporaryart 070
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 13/02/2026Hope to see you at my reception tomorrow at the Pence Gallery located at 212 D Street, Davis, CA from 6-9! 000
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 31/01/2026After working on the biggest show I've ever curated last month, it's time to announce my solo exhibition at the Pence Gallery in Davis, CA!!! Reception will be held Friday, Feb 13 🙌🏽 #chicanoart #fineart #pencegallery 011
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 15/01/2026Last Saturday was the opening reception for RCAF Mid-Flight, an exhibition I curated showcasing artwork from the legendary Chicano Art collective known as the Royal Chicano Air Force. This show was two years in the making. It was a beautiful night! #RCAF #Chicanoart #Vergecenterforthearts 000
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 08/01/2026youtu.be/0c3nc5JcDVY?...youtu.beBella is checking out a new exhibit on the Royal Chicano Air ForceYouTube video by Good Day Sacramento 000
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 25/12/2025Cycle Breaker Image Transfer, Oil, Silkscreen on Wood 12 x 12 inches 2025 Painting will be featured in my upcoming solo exhibition titled "When They Reminisce Over You" at the Pence Gallery, Davis, CA in February. #fineart #chicanoart #pencegallery 030
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 20/12/2025So proud to be curating an exhibition of my art heroes, The Royal Chicano Air Force, along artists who have been influenced by them. What an honor 🥹 #chicanoart #royalchicanoairforce #vergecenterforthearts #fineart #silkscreenprints 081
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 02/11/2025Portland in the fall is simply beautiful. #japanesegarden #Portland #mountshasta 031
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 17/10/2025youtube.com/shorts/9vMW7...youtube.comRepublicans Trick Voters on HealthcareYouTube video by NowThis Impact 010
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 06/10/2025Completed this a few months back but haven't posted it. This will be featured in my solo show at the Pence Gallery in Davis, CA. "S'up bro?" Acrylic and Oil on Canvas 76 x 72 inches #chicanoart #fineart #painting #chicanopainting #pencegallery #art 0110
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 08/09/2025Caught this beautiful moon shot during my walk around the neighborhood tonight. 041
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 05/09/2025What a show my artist Gioia Fonda at Sac State!!! 020
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 02/09/2025When you demo a blind contour drawing for your class to show them how funky they can look and end up making a nice like drawing 🫤 000
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 03/08/2025"It's Complicated" Acrylic and Oil on Canvas 60 x 48 inches 2025 060
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 02/08/2025I'm participating in Sac Open Studios this year and was surprised to see my art made the Tour Guide catalog cover!!! 020
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 11/07/2025Great article by @angie-eng.bsky.social A must read!!! newtimesmagazine.com/solvingsacra...newtimesmagazine.comHow Knowing And Collecting Art Builds Your Cultural Capital - NEW TIMES MAGAZINEOne late morning on a winter day at the Museum of Modern Art, my friend stood in front of a Cy Twombly painting with her young son who was at that age when kids are immersed in fingerpainting and dino... 000
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 26/06/2025Progression shots. Almost done. Probably 3 studio sessions away. "S'up bro?" Acrylic and Oil on Canvas 76 x 72 inches 050
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 06/04/2025Visited some ol' grad school pals with John Yoyogi Fortes. Lisa Cralle is a professor and runs a gallery space in Vallejo called "Personal Space" and Paul Taylor curated an awesome exhibition in Berkeley at Gallery 120710. 160
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 06/04/2025What a pleasure to visit this R.C.A.F. legend. Artist Lorraine Garcia-Nakata 🙌🏽 Photo Credit: John Yoyogi Fortes 030
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 26/03/2025With all the alt-right madness going on in the U.S. it's nice to see something like this during my morning run. 151
Reposted by Manuel Fernando RiosThe Onion @theonion.com · 23/03/2025New Federal Law Mandates Women Talk With Baby Voice theonion.com/new-fed...theonion.comNew Federal Law Mandates Women Talk With Baby VoiceWASHINGTON—In a decisive victory for longtime champions of the cause, congressional leaders announced Wednesday the passage of a new federal law mandating that all women talk with a baby voice. “Under the terms of this legislation, every American female over the age of 18 is now required to speak with short, simple words in a […] 512705277
Reposted by Manuel Fernando RiosRobert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 08/03/2025CEO pay is up 1,085% since 1978, while typical worker pay is up just 24%. Why do we always hear "we can't afford to pay our workers more" but never "we can't afford to pay our CEO more"? 19998072810
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 01/03/2025Going to this reception tonight. I met Mark about a week ago and he seemed to be a cool dude and awesome artist. thelatinocenter.org/la-galeria/c...thelatinocenter.orgCultural CurrentsCultural Currents presents a collection of pencil illustrations and screen prints inspired by the intricate artistry and profound symbolism of Mesoamerican and Pre-Hispanic cultures. 030
Reposted by Manuel Fernando RiosStephanie Kennedy @wordswithsteph.bsky.social · 01/03/2025As of today, a new term has entered our language. A “rubio” is a spineless lump of nothing. Example: Don’t be such a rubio. 30586736214395
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 22/02/2025Prep before the rally! Energy is great ✊🏽 0122
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 21/02/2025See you at the pro-immigrant rally this Saturday! I'll be passing these out ✊🏽 060
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 19/02/2025Setting up this screen print for the march in Sacramento this Saturday ✊🏽 050
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 15/02/2025Progress shot. I like where this piece is going 😃 050
Reposted by Manuel Fernando RiosEnd Citizens United @endcitizensunited.bsky.social · 05/02/2025MAGA Republicans want you to think DEI is bad for America but don't have much to say about including unelected, unqualified billionaires. They'll say and do anything to provide cover for cutting billionaires' taxes and the corporate tax rate down to 15%. 17916
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 02/02/2025Image transfers look pretty good. Now it's time to manipulate 🎨 070
Reposted by Manuel Fernando RiosAlexandria Ocasio-Cortez @aoc.bsky.social · 24/01/2025Had an awesome time chatting with Jon Stewart & @weeklyshowpodcast.bsky.social talking about how to fight the dumpster fire. Gear up. It’s time to brawl. 1061282043779
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 25/01/2025Proud to say I've deleted all things Meta today! It feels so good, too 💪🏽 150
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 21/01/2025Chilling with Chicano artist Royalty! Original Royal Chicano Air Force members Stan Padilla in the center and Rudy Cuellar on the right in front of a Chavez mural ✊🏽 0100
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 14/01/2025Untitled Acrylic and Oil on Canvas 60 x 48 inches 2024 0130
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 14/01/2025"Homage" Oil on Canvas 5 x 4 feet 2024 0100
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 14/01/2025"Out of Reach" Mixed Media Dimensions vary 2024 060
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 12/01/2025At the opening of Spencer Keeton Cunningham's exhibition "Decolonization" at Verge Center for the Arts with artists Rafa Chavez and John Yoyogi Fortes ✊🏽 0111
Manuel Fernando Rios @manuelfrios.bsky.social · 11/01/2025Cheers to my first official post on Bluesky ✊🏽 1160
