Daniel Castaneda “Sedra D’”
Born in Mexico City

I am a universal observer and Pachamama warrior — a multifaceted, self-taught BIPOC artisan and urban artist. My art reflects my perception of nature, dreams, roots, and my indigenous culture.

I paint colorful walls that blend graffiti and landscapes to symbolize connection within our communities. I recycle my spray cans and other materials, transforming what’s left behind into new forms of art. My roots in the underground culture of hip-hop introduced me to DJing, breakdancing, and rap — elements that continue to inspire and influence my creative flow.

I work with a wide range of materials including wood, metal, clay, fabrics, and skin for body paint and tattoos. I explore both digital and traditional art forms, using technology to create experimental sounds, beats, and augmented reality experiences that bring my murals and designs to life.

I also practice ethical taxidermy with birds and other creatures, giving them a second life as a way to honor the interconnectedness of all beings and the essence of creation that flows through us.

Textures, colors, and shapes emerge in my work to play with perception and imagination — symbols engraved in our subconscious that transport us through time and memory. My murals and sculptures transform empty spaces into vibrant expressions of emotion and unity. I see myself as a writer of this Art Re-Evolution, using creation as a language of healing and transformation.

From the essence of the Almighty to my mind,
from my mind to my hands,
and from my hands to the world.