Arturo Torres

About

Artist who made a name for himself through his collaborations. Notably, he has teamed up with Shea Serrano on three New York Times best-selling books, where his illustrations brought Serrano's essays to life. The first collaboration between the two was in 2015 for the book titled "The Rap Year Book: The Most Important Rap Song From Every Year Since 1979, Discussed, Debated, and Deconstructed." Through his artistic prowess, he added a visually captivating dimension to Serrano's exploration of rap music's cultural significance throughout the years.

Before Fame

From a young age, his affinity for art was evident. It was during his high school years that he had his first meaningful interaction with a working artist, an experience that shaped his artistic journey and provided valuable insights into the professional world of art.

Trivia

Drawing inspiration from his favorite childhood cartoons and superheroes, he developed a visual style that reflected his early influences. His arturodraws Instagram has amassed 20,000 followers. 

Family Life

Growing up in the suburban area of Garland, located in Dallas, Texas, he discovered his passion for art at a young age.

Associated With

He follows Hasan Minhaj on Instagram.