Jonathan Hernandez

Join me for a closing reception, March 14th. This month my artwork will be coming down so if you’re free or in the area it’s a good opportunity to come check out my work if you haven’t. If you have, still come through and hang out. hope to see y’all there 🎨 😊

Con Amor, 2026 Oil on Canvas 48 x 60 inches From March 17 - 21, this paining will be on view at the @cota_galleries_csuf . Again, Reception is tomorrow (3/18) from 4 - 6 pm, come check it out while it’s up! #oilpainting

⭐️Join us for Jonathan Hernandez' exhibition, Looking Forward To Tomorrow. Opening reception Wed March 18, 4-6PM. BFA Drawing and Painting, Class of 2026. Congratulations! 🎉 @yoncasso @csufvisualarts @csufcota @csuf_cota_associate_dean @csuf_arts_success @cota_galleries_csuf #csufdrawingandpainting #csufpainting #csufprintmaking #csufart #csufcota

Congratulations, Class of 2026! It is an honor to feature some wonderful 2026 grads, continuing our commencement series, we have, Jonathan Hernandez! BFA Drawing and Painting We asked him about his time at CSUF: What is your greatest takeaway from being a student in the CSUF Visual Arts department? "My biggest takeaway from being a student in the California State University, Fullerton Visual Arts Department is gaining knowledge, experience, and networking opportunities that prepare. me for a career in the arts. Through the program, I’ve built a strong foundation of knowledge—not just technical skills, but also an understanding of art concepts, history, and how to think critically about my work. I’ve been grateful to land a job as a student assistant with the College of the Arts Gallery at California State University, Fullerton, which has given me valuable insight into how the gallery field operates. Through this experience, I’ve been able to see the behind-the-scenes work that goes into organizing exhibitions, handling artwork, and supporting artists, giving me a much deeper understanding of the professional art world. Equally important is the networking aspect. Being surrounded by peers, professors, and visiting artists has allowed me to build connections, receive valuable feedback, and learn from others’ experiences. These relationships are essential for future opportunities and collaborations in the art world. Overall, the combination of knowledge, experience, and networking has been the most valuable part of my time in the program." @yoncasso #csufcota2026grads #csufcota #csufvisualarts

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🎨 having such an intimate moment with painting right now

Thank you everyone that showed up to my show in March. I finally got all the pictures and had the time to post. Here are some install shots for the people that couldn’t make it. Thank you professors , students, and colleagues for the positive feedback and good conversations. This show, Looking Forward to Tomorrow, was about immigrants and undocumented individuals living everyday life in quiet tension. Ordinary moments—walking down the street, going to work, shopping for food, watching the sunset—can carry an undercurrent of fear, uncertainty, and risk. What appears simple on the surface often requires courage: the courage to move through the world while knowing that stability can feel fragile. “Looking Forward to Tomorrow” speaks to the resilience within these communities. Despite the weight of uncertainty, there remains hope—for safety, belonging, and a future where everyday moments are no longer shadowed by fear. This work honors the strength it takes to keep moving forward, keep dreaming, and keep believing in a tomorrow filled with peace and opportunity. 📸: @pedrofriedrice

Still gathering photos from the show to post. In the meantime, enjoy this painting I did in live painting class. 5hr Oil on paper #livepainting #nudeart #oilpainting

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Live painting today #oilpainting #model

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Today’s live painting session #painting #oil #live