Today we’d like to introduce you to Ivann Garc.
Hi Ivann, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?
I grew up in Mexico City under challenging circumstances, but creativity became my escape and my way forward. I studied graphic arts and advertising and worked in design and marketing for several years, but I always felt drawn to something more expressive. After moving to the United States, I continued working in the creative field, and later a return trip to Mexico reignited my passion for fine arts when I participated in my first chalk art festival. That moment reminded me of how much I wanted to create art that connects with people on a deeper level.
From there, I began developing my style in realism, 3D illusions, and large-scale murals. My work is interactive and immersive, transforming flat surfaces into experiences that invite the public to step inside. Over the years I’ve had the opportunity to create murals and installations in different states across the U.S. and internationally, each project reinforcing my belief that art can break barriers, inspire resilience, and build community.
Today, I continue to explore different mediums, from chalk to murals to tattoo art, always guided by the idea of creating something meaningful and accessible to everyone. My journey hasn’t been linear, but every step has shaped the artist and person I am today.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
It hasn’t always been a smooth road. I grew up in a very difficult environment, facing poverty and personal challenges early on, and later had to navigate the uncertainty of starting over in another country. Choosing to pursue art full time also came with its struggles, financial instability, rejections, and the constant need to prove myself in competitive spaces.
At times, the lack of resources or opportunities felt overwhelming, but those moments also pushed me to be resourceful, resilient, and creative not only in my work but in the way I live my life. Every obstacle became a lesson that shaped my voice as an artist and reminded me why I create to transform hardship into something that connects and uplifts others.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
My work bridges fine arts and public art. Portraiture has always been at the core of what I do, I focus on realism and expression, creating faces and figures that feel alive and full of emotion. That search for presence and vitality is what defines my style.
At the same time, I’ve expanded into murals and 3D illusions, bringing that same attention to detail and expressiveness into larger, interactive spaces. These projects allow me to reach wider audiences, transforming ordinary walls and streets into experiences that people can step into and become part of.
I’m most proud of being able to move between intimate portrait work and monumental public pieces, always keeping the same essence: art that connects, art that feels alive. What sets me apart is the ability to combine precision and realism with a sense of depth and humanity, whether it’s in the detail of a portrait or in the scale of a mural.
In terms of your work and the industry, what are some of the changes you are expecting to see over the next five to ten years?
Over the next 5–10 years, I believe the art world will continue to move in two strong directions: accessibility and expression. On one hand, public art and murals will keep expanding because communities want art that lives in their everyday spaces. On the other hand, fine arts, especially portraiture and realism are regaining importance, because people are searching for works that feel timeless and human in a fast-changing world.
Personally, I see myself contributing to both. My portraits allow me to focus on depth, detail, and capturing what feels alive, while my murals and illusions bring those same qualities to larger, interactive scales. I think the future of the industry lies in that intersection where classical skill and emotional depth meet innovation and public engagement.
The biggest shift I expect is that art won’t be locked into galleries or single platforms anymore. It will exist in the streets, in digital spaces, and in traditional collections all at once. That creates more opportunities for artists to connect, and for audiences to experience art in ways that feel more personal, immediate, and meaningful.
Pricing:
- $35-$50 sf on realistic murals
- $750 starting for portraits
- $750 starting for pet portraits
- $500 starting for custom sneakers
- $160 /h tattoos
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.ivanngarc.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivann.ink and https://www.instagram.com/ivanngarc.art/
- Facebook: FIvanng.art
- LinkedIn: ivanngarc
