Karol Rodriguez EP 42

Cuadros Corner

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Karol Rodriguez, a native to Weslaco, Texas - is a painter and multimedia artist. Karol's heart has always been divided - being born in the United States but raised in Mexico. Karol's first steps were not on American soil but on Mexican land. He considers this duality an integral part of his heritage.

As karol adapted to life in the United States, he developed a special warmth for The Rio Grande Valley and vividly recalls always having a passion for painting. His early canvases were his mother's dress and the house walls. Now, he sells his art - small, hand-painted original pieces to patrons of the Weslaco Eatery and around The Rio Grande Valley.

Currently he attends The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and continues to nurture his artistic dreams and is actively working on bringing a Weslaco artist showcase to life, aiming to showcase the rich artistic talent of the 956 and awaken its creative spirit.

Karol believes The Rio Grande Valley has an untold story, a creative storm brewing within it and is committed to putting the area on the map alongside his fellow creatives.

Karol remarks: "This place has stories to share, a rich creative heritage, and I'm here to bring it all to life".

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You can check out Karol in the links below:

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https://www.instagram.com/karol.rodriguez.22/

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZA5fBcCm2TM&t=1s

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Thank you to our sponsor Backdoor Modern Vintage - your go to place to film content, props and get clothes for your next shoot or special event. Book your next appointment and visit them at 907 W Business 83, Weslaco Texas, 78596

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follow them on instagram below:

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https://www.instagram.com/backdoor_modernvintage/

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Karol Rodriguez Timestamp:

0:00 - intro

1:15 - growing up

2:12 - the origin of the name Karol

3:27 - the duality of two countries

6:17 - the first in his family to go to college

8:46 - painting & selling art

15:50 - self portrait

17:17 - Taco Bell scholarship

22:30 - Backdoor Modern Vintage

25:00 - showcasing his art

27:44 - the meaning of puro 956

31:10 - why is art important to practice

33:27 - playing soccer

36:52 - where do you see yourself in 5 years

38:43 - the tip of Texas

39:09 - shout out to these people

39:46 - audience question

43:15 - the Marquez family

44:54 - designing a soccer jersey

45:48 - outro

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Thank you for tuning in to episode 42 of Cuadros Corner, my goal is to help individuals of the Rio Grande Valley share their story because I know there is a story under every roof.

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if you are interested in finding out more information about this podcast or scheduling a session to share your story click the link below:

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https://l.instagram.com/?u=https%3A%2F%2Flinktr.ee%2Fstorystormaker&e=AT1bjzVCGxyStiSm_LcImPzxpVOW0cB3Ilw096JxrBlvVmaqAt3-6pa2NPXqlKGd2jI0ysBAX25HUUWRguLxvw3TssVgPHsukXJvRg

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#painter

#mexicanheritage

#art

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