Born in the mid 80's in the quiet Texas town of Lubbock, Gabriel Martinez has always been fascinated by art. As a youth comic books played a major role in his life, and super heroes soon found their way onto the margins of his school work and any other surface he could find. More recently his style has been formed by the pop influence of Andy Warhol, Keith Haring, Jean-Michel Basquait as well as the much celebrated street art of Banksy and Shepard Fairey. Using a mixture of bright vivid colors, graphic layouts and powerful imagery Gabe has created a style that captivates his audience and challenges their perception of everyday life. Drawing from personal experiences Gabe creates works commenting on the ups and downs of relationships and life that can be appreciated by most if not all people. A self proclaimed free thinker, Gabe merely states his art is the product of complications due to a broken heart.