Photo by Lucy Landini

Photo by Lucy Landini

Fanny Garcia (b.1990) is a first-generation Salvadoran-American artist based in Oakland, CA. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Fanny served in the US Army from 2010 to 2013. After leaving the military as a conscientious objector, she pursued her passion for art and earned her BFA in Photography from California College of the Arts in Oakland.

Fanny's work spans across various mediums, including photography, printmaking, and cyanotypes. Through her work, Fanny aims to explore themes of identity, memory, and trauma. Her work has been shown in galleries both nationally and internationally, including the National Veterans Art Museum in Chicago, IL and the Hamilton Field History Museum, Novato, CA.

In addition to her artistic practice, Fanny is committed to giving back to her community. She has led various art workshops with combat veterans, providing a space for artistic expression and healing.