Me and my family took a trip out to Dublin, CA this week to protest ICE and the possibility of them trying to turn a federal detention facility into an ICE concentration camp. And this was lead by Japanese American Families for Justice and a coalition of over 60 organizations including artists, union workers, educators, grandma’s, and babies. Peep the video.
Dig this? check out this poster done in collab w/ East Bay Sanctuary Covenant, Jules Cowan, and Micah Bizant
Shout out to 25+ parents/ adults who enlisted their kids to help me decide the direction of the story. All I can say is we have a winner and it’s exciting!!!!! If you wanna be the first to hear about all the things please sign up for my email newsletter here.
Image description: a hand written note on top of a blanket with the words:
I’m working on my third Kickstarter book project yall. I’m several months in and it’s getting exciting! Cannot wait to begin teasing more info to YOU! -Rob
About me: My name is Robert Liu-Trujillo. I’m an author/illustrator from the Bay Area and my most recent book is “Fresh Juice/ Jugo Fresco”. Get it at your local public library or independent bookstore.
Some folks only like art they’ve been told they should like. if they haven’t been mass marketed w/ it they’re skeptical. Be open minded. Support living, working artists!
This is still one of my favorite songs by The coup. In this video Boots describes “Captain Sterling’s Little Problem”, an anti war song once part of the documentary “Sir No Sir”.
Dig this? Check out this painting I did of Boots and Pam the Funkstress(RIP).
I painted this image years ago and the homie Liam asked if he could use it for his famed podcast East Bay Yesterday in which he had an episode on the Dragons. Listen hereDig this? Go listen to more East Bay Yesterday episodes, he got over 100 of em! Also, check out my illustration of characters from The Last Dragon.
I really enjoyed watching this film, the cast of characters, the writing, the story, and the sentiment which is true for any parent or guardian; but really resonant as a father of two myself. Its funny of course because its Kevin Hart, but its heartfelt too!
Dig this? Check out my 46th inspiration board
Turntable Timmy is a dope picture book that came out in 2001 written by Michael Perry and illustrated by Doug Cunningham. Check out this video where i briefly talk about the book. Request it at your local library or independent bookstore.
Here’s the synopsis from the creator:
Do ya like scratchin’. Timmy is determined to Hip-Hop his way to becoming the world’s youngest turntable DJ champion. Readers will have a hip-hop-till-they-drop good time as they discover with Timmy that the key to ultimate success is through perseverance, commitment, and dedication! This kinetic rap-rhyming tale definitely puts the word fun back in funky.
What’s this? Whew, I’ve read over 500 picture books y’all! An author who I admire and respect “Adrianna Cuevas” was sharing her favorite books and it inspired me to share some of mine with you. I’ve read ok books, garbage ones, and some that I think are incredible examples of the picture book format. Here and on the socials I’ll be recommending some of my favs. Please support your community and the creators by requesting them at your library or local independent bookstore. Peace. My name is Robert Liu-Trujillo. I am the author and illustrator of Fresh Juice.
Dig this? Check out my first picture book recommendation: Emergency Quarters
Quick Locs journey story.
I started growing mine in high school in the mid 90s. Had them from 95-2004. Photo on the left is 2003 at an anti-war protest in San Francisco, California. I cut them shortly after when my son was born.
I started growing my locs again in 2021 during the pandemic. My daughter was about 3 or 4. The photo on the right is me at Bel Canto Books in Long Beach, California back in 2024 I think. Still growing:)
Dig this? Check out a self portrait I painted here
This past week I was interviewed by emcee, poet, educator, and social media G Maddy Clifford! Maddy has started a new series called “Interview w/ a Muse” and I’m excited to be her first guest! Check it out.
Maddy Clifford just started a substack, please follow it here.
Dig this? Check out this interview w/ the Etsy Conversations Podcast
