Artist Rudy Vargas is a loyal native of California’s San Joaquin Valley. Originally from Hanford, he now resides in Visalia.
With over fifty years of acrylic painting experience, Rudy has created a unique, soulful style he identifies as a “passionate pursuit in a realistic genre”. His style is rich with color and rich with the composition influence of the old European Masters.
Privately, Rudy has been a long-time student of Stoicism and his work, in its entirety, is grounded in “Memento Mori” which translates “remember you must die”. With that in mind, Rudy paints every painting as though it could be his last.
In addition, Rudy is a former Marine Sgt and retired SWAT Police Officer. And notably, a police psychologist once labeled Rudy a “Paradox” because of a perplexing personality profile.
Understanding the difficulties of service life, Rudy has dedicated a large portion of his work to those who serve America. His service works are displayed in countless locations across the country and abroad. The California State Assembly and the United States House of Representatives have also recognized the dedication of his work to his homeland.
Enjoy your visit.
2026 Upcoming Events:
Fresno Art Hop at Valley PBS Fresno CA, Thursday, July 2, 2026, located at 1544 Van Ness, Fresno, Ca. from 5 PM to 8 PM. Rudy’s art will be on display at Valley PBS through November.
California State Fair, Sacramento California, Friday, July 17 to Sunday, August 2, 2026
Fresno Yosemite International Airport, dates in the works
Arts Consortium of Tulare County
Rudy Vargas Copyright 1999
Rudy Vargas Studio 