Jessica Lagunas

Founder & Creative Art Director | Toluca, Mexico

Jessica Lagunas is the Founder of IDEAL PDX and serves as a Creative Art Director, Curator, Mixed Media Artist, and Art Educator Advocate. Her work focuses on enhancing spaces, sharing her cultural heritage, and uplifting the Latino artistic community in Oregon. Lagunas has collaborated with Centro Milagro, Cargo, The City of Portland, and other organizations to curate events highlighting her unique artistic contributions, such as Dia de Muertos and several Community Workshops.

As a tireless advocate for artists across all disciplines, she fosters connections, provides professional training, and helps showcase artwork throughout the city.

Lagunas has directed several major commissions, including the mural "Frida Kahlo and Diego Are Here" for the Portland Art Museum and the interior art for Las Adelitas Affordable Living, created by Hacienda CDC.

Through IDEAL PDX, she has maintained strong ties to Portland's Latino art scene, connecting with artists and cultural organizations. Lagunas' dedication to IDEAL PDX and her community ensures her impact will be felt for years.