Anthony Ortega

Anthony Ortega is a Professor at Regis University’s Regis College, specializing in Fine and Performing Arts. With over 38 years as an artist and educator, he focuses on Chicano/Latino cultural narratives through painting, printmaking, and community murals. His work bridges Mexican and American cultural identities, emphasizing magical realism and social commentary.

• MFA in Drawing and Painting, University of Colorado Boulder

His research explores Chicano identity, cultural hybridity, and the role of art in fostering community ownership. He merges traditional techniques with digital tools, creating vibrant works that reflect the intersection of history, tradition, and pop culture.

His 2025 article Marks of Distinction in Artist Magazine highlights his contributions to bilingual children's literature and community art education. His work spans painting, mixed media, woodblock prints, and public murals, often addressing themes of family, loss, and cultural pride.

• Recipient of Governor's Award for Excellence in the Arts (1999)
• Recipient of Mayor's Award for Excellence in the Arts (1998)
• Selected as Regis College Faculty Lecturer of the Year (2018)

Ortega collaborates with schools, museums, and community organizations on mural projects, emphasizing participatory art education. His works are held in prestigious collections, including the Denver Art Museum and the Museo Estudio Diego Rivera in Mexico City.