A hidden gem beaming with creativity barely scrapes the surface of who Sal Gonzalezz is. Born and raised in San Diego, Sal’s artistic abilities go back as far as he can remember. Paired with his curiosity for what the world around him had to offer, Sal found himself exploring San Diego and Tijuana endlessly, which not only contributed to everlasting memories, but showed him that there is art in everything. Although Sal’s entry into the workforce began at a young age, the relationship between him and his art never drifted apart. What is most humbling about Sal Gonzalezz is the way he carries himself with respect, honor, and the ambition to never stop learning. In a world so disconnected from another, Sal continues to remain as a representation of community and that good, inspiring people are still out there. His way with words paint pictures in your head about his childhood and experiences in Mexico and make you feel like you are a part of the Stage Crew during the Chicano Park celebrations. Ultimately, Sal Gonzalezz has impacted San Diego’s subcultures, art scene, and city as a whole and he did it simply by being himself. His work should be displayed in distinguished museums and galleries all over the world, yet is perfectly okay without that; a quality unrecognized now. Sal Gonzalezz is most importantly, a wonderful husband, father, and friend who values genuine human interaction and reciprocity of its highest value. We celebrate the life, journey, and resilience of a modern day renaissance man; a man with a heart of gold, with a mind so human and creative, and a being so free. We celebrate and cherish, the one and only, Sal Gonzalezz.