At a young age Joshua Valdovinos fell in love with the hip hop culture, music, art and dance. Following in his older cousins foot steps, he learned breaking (break dancing) and the art of graffiti. Diving into both disciplines he started to develop his new way of life, style and expression. There was a difficulty of being able to balance both practices, so after high-school in 2003 he decided to focus on breaking. As a bboy he competed all over the US, judged, was an instructor, and even organized several breakdancing events.
Always keeping up with his love for graffiti art, in 2013 he started creating again. Snagz has narrowed his focus into his craft, experimenting and developing his skills and processes. Just like with breaking, he has been on a mission to solidify himself in the art world. Painting show cars, participating in art shows, mural and collaboration work, etc. In 2020 after the George Floyd tragedy, protests and consequential riots. He started painting the boarded up businesses with the newly created art initiative PAINT THE CITY. Painting murals with messages of peace, love and unity in solidarity with BLM.
His style is colorful, mostly character and graffiti driven, but adaptive to whatever the project requires. From painting commissioned canvases, to developing his own streetwear, Snagz is always creating and hoping to paint something for you.
"My art approach is all about creating something special and unique for each client. While some signature elements may cross over from piece to piece, my main focus is on creating work that truly reflects the personality and style of the person who commissioned it. So if you're looking for a one-of-a-kind work of art, look no further and lets create something awesome!"
CURRENT WORK ACTIVITIES
SNAGZ ART COLLECTIVE - Owner and Lead Creator
2013–present: Berwyn, IL
Lead artist, creating works both big and small from cars, mural work, shoes and personalized paintings. We aim to bring your ideas to life!
PAINT THE CITY - Artist
2020–present: Chicagoland area
Creating and engaging with communities in Chicago through art. From painting to teaching and working with youth to create works of art for their schools and/or neighborhoods.
APE-X-UNIVERSE - Creative Artist
2021–present: Elmwood Park, IL
Mural artist/Lead designer. I created a unique gym/work out experience that is unmatched in the
Midwest region.
BERWYN PUBLIC ARTS INITIATIVE – Board member
2024-present: Berwyn
Assisting and volunteering to bring more art into the city of Berwyn.