Exhibition dates: July 1- July 31, 2025
“My work is inspired by cultural, spiritual and lifetime memories and experiences. I am known for my love of Mexican Loteria, which is full of color and cultural symbols. This century old game, a household staple with families of Mexican ancestry, has inspired families to gather, enriching relationships and building community bonds.
My passion for vibrant color, creating and Christ is what I aspire to share in my artwork. I am diversifying my color palette in murals, paintings, upcycling and crafting.” -Courtney Enriquez
About Courtney
Courtney Enriquez is a native of Austin, Texas. Her family roots are in San Marcos, Texas, where her parents, Joe and Bobbie, married and subsequently settled in Austin. From a very young age, her mother always encouraged her to dance, draw/paint, and participate in sports like softball and volleyball. She has traveled to places like Cuba, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Cyprus, Saudi Arabia, and Mexico.
Courtney attended Austin High School, and her participation in an elective art class was where she discovered her love for art. Her teacher pressed and challenged her to participate in Scholastic and local student art competitions. Winning the “Gold Key” Scholastic Award was when she felt the confidence she needed to continue to pursue creating art. As a self-taught artist, she received her first Arts in Public Places commission from the City of Austin entitled “A Dream,” which was completed in 1998.
Rey Gaytan and Sam Coronado, established and renowned local Austin artists, mentored and encouraged her to continue painting and drawing.
Courtney’s murals can be seen at Juan in a Million Restaurant and along the Plaza Juan Raul parking lot. She also had a studio where she sold upcycled art, wearable art, art pieces, and provided art classes to the community.
“My work is inspired by cultural, spiritual and lifetime memories and experiences. I am known for my love of Mexican Loteria, which is full of color and cultural symbols. This century old game, a household staple with families of Mexican ancestry, has inspired families to gather, enriching relationships and building community bonds.
My passion for vibrant color, creating and Christ is what I aspire to share in my artwork. I am diversifying my color palette in murals, paintings, upcycling and crafting.” -Courtney Enriquez
About Courtney
Courtney Enriquez is a native of Austin, Texas. Her family roots are in San Marcos, Texas, where her parents, Joe and Bobbie, married and subsequently settled in Austin. From a very young age, her mother always encouraged her to dance, draw/paint, and participate in sports like softball and volleyball. She has traveled to places like Cuba, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Cyprus, Saudi Arabia, and Mexico.
Courtney attended Austin High School, and her participation in an elective art class was where she discovered her love for art. Her teacher pressed and challenged her to participate in Scholastic and local student art competitions. Winning the “Gold Key” Scholastic Award was when she felt the confidence she needed to continue to pursue creating art. As a self-taught artist, she received her first Arts in Public Places commission from the City of Austin entitled “A Dream,” which was completed in 1998.
Rey Gaytan and Sam Coronado, established and renowned local Austin artists, mentored and encouraged her to continue painting and drawing.
Courtney’s murals can be seen at Juan in a Million Restaurant and along the Plaza Juan Raul parking lot. She also had a studio where she sold upcycled art, wearable art, art pieces, and provided art classes to the community.
Courtney Enriquez is the recipient of the 2025 ESB-MACC Award of Excellence: Emerging Artist in Austin, Texas.
La Rosa-Neon
Neon Box SOLD-Private Collector |
Choose Happy
El Gallo Mixed Media |
Wild & Free
El Apache Mixed Media |
Shine Bright
La Dama Mixed Media |
Enjoying Life
El Catrín Mixed Media |
Good Vibes
La Sirena Mixed Media SOLD-Private Collector |
Be The Good
La Bandera Mixed Media |
Wild & Free
La Garza Mixed Media |
Dream
La Luna Mixed Media |
Hello
El Cotorro Mixed Media |
Amor-Love
El Corazón Mixed Media |
Finding Joy
La Sandía Mixed Media |
Live Love Laugh
El Músico Mixed Media |
Be Brave
El Soldado Mixed Media |
Wish
La Estrella Mixed Media |
Be Brave
El Mundo Mixed Media |
Peace & Love
La Rosa Mixed Media |
Think Happy
La Corona Mixed Media |
Create
La Chalupa Mixed Media |
El Nopal
Mixed Media |
La Pera
Acrylic, Mixed Media |
La Bota
Acrylic, Mixed Media |
Dedication
With deep gratitude for God-given talents. Acknowledgement and appreciation to my Mom, who has always encouraged me to keep painting and creating. To my husband and sons, who have watched and cheered for me on all my creative endeavors. And honoring those artists who mentored, helped to open doors and pushed me to paint más!
Con Mucho Amor-La Courtney
With deep gratitude for God-given talents. Acknowledgement and appreciation to my Mom, who has always encouraged me to keep painting and creating. To my husband and sons, who have watched and cheered for me on all my creative endeavors. And honoring those artists who mentored, helped to open doors and pushed me to paint más!
Con Mucho Amor-La Courtney
Opening Reception
Saturday, July 12, 2025
