Christian Bachez, Open Arts LES Teaching Artist

Christian Bachez (b. 2001) is a painter, muralist, digital artist, and photographer from Alphabet City, New York. His work is rooted in community engagement, cultural critique, and storytelling. He graduated from the College of the Holy Cross with a B.A. in Psychology and Visual Arts, a dual foundation that informs his approach to public art.

His works teeter between celebratory exuberance and social commentary. His use of bold colors, layered textures, and human-centered narratives speaks to themes of identity, preservation, empathy, and social inequities. Whether painting in his hometown or creating large-scale murals abroad, he aims to amplify local voices and histories.

Deeply inspired by the cultural richness of Alphabet City and the communities he connects with globally, Christian sees public art as a catalyst for dialogue and empowerment. His work transforms spaces into platforms for storytelling, urging viewers to thoughtfully engage with the world and each other.