Featured Artist: Ugly Pie

Gabriel Mozart Abeyta, Ugly Pie Art

b. 1990

Diné and Taos Pueblo

Gabriel Mozart Abeyta, known professionally as Ugly Pie Art, draws inspiration from his rich artistic heritage as the son of renowned artist Tony Abeyta and fashion designer Patricia Michaels. Embracing his unique identity, he adopted the moniker "Ugly Pie Art" as a personal expression separate from his family legacy. Exploring themes of beauty in the unconventional and confronting fears through his art, he embodies a fearless perspective rooted in rebellion and style.

Introduced to the world of art and creativity at a young age, Gabriel was influenced by eclectic sources such as the television series Twin Peaks and the stop-motion films of the Quay Brothers. Despite his familial connections, he never felt pressured to conform, instead nurturing his creativity alongside his parents.

Raised in the vibrant cultural landscape of Taos, New Mexico, he channels the spirit of his homeland into his music, films, animation, and original visual art. The vibrant colors of the Taos Pueblo mountains and the mystical allure of Canyon de Chelly serve as constant inspirations for his work, blending with the spirits of his subconscious to create evocative and captivating pieces.

Gabriel's work is celebrated at the prestigious Blue Rain Gallery in Santa Fe, where his unique creations continue to captivate audiences. Grounded in his connection to his heritage and the land, Ugly Pie Art's creations embody a fearless exploration of the human experience and a celebration of the beauty found in the unexpected.