Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Anna Siqueiros. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Hi Anna , thanks for joining us today. We’d love to hear about when you first realized that you wanted to pursue a creative path professionally.

The first time I knew I wanted to pursue a creative path professionally was shaped by both my family’s legacy and my own lived experiences. Growing up, I was surrounded by the influence of my great-uncle, David Alfaro Siqueiros, whose art was never just about aesthetics but about provoking thought and sparking change. At the same time, my father’s direct involvement in the civil rights movement with Cesar Chavez showed me that voices—whether through words or images—could mobilize communities and inspire justice. From an early age, it was ingrained in me that art is a powerful tool to engage with the masses in a positive and productive way.
Although my education initially pointed me toward law and education, I began to realize that my true calling lay in creativity. I wanted to use what I knew not only to inform but to empower others, especially artists whose voices were being overlooked. That moment crystallized for me during the mural ordinance in Los Angeles, when I saw firsthand how muralists and creatives were being silenced. I couldn’t stand by—I felt compelled to step forward, to advocate, and to help ensure that their work and contributions were respected.
That was the turning point when art stopped being just part of my heritage and became my professional path: a commitment to carrying forward a legacy where creativity and justice are intertwined, and where art remains a voice for the people.

Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.

My name is Anna E. Siqueiros, and creativity has always been part of my life and legacy. Growing up in the shadow of my great-uncle, David Alfaro Siqueiros, and influenced by my father’s work alongside Cesar Chavez in the civil rights movement, I learned early on that art is more than just expression—it’s a tool for justice, community, and empowerment. That foundation shaped the path I chose: using art and creativity not only for myself but also as a way to give other artists and visionaries a stronger voice.
I work within the intersection of art, community, and advocacy. Through the Siqueiros Foundation of the Arts and initiatives like Women on Walls, I help create platforms for artists—especially women and underrepresented creatives—to showcase their work, tell their stories, and impact communities through public art, murals, and collaborative projects. My focus is not just on producing art but on building opportunities, connecting people, and protecting creative voices that might otherwise go unheard.
What sets me apart is my dual background: I was educated in law and the rights of the people, but I chose to channel that knowledge into the arts. This allows me to bridge two worlds—advocating for artists while also creating spaces where their work can thrive. When challenges like the mural ordinance in Los Angeles arose, I was able to step forward as both an artist and an advocate, making sure creatives had a seat at the table and their contributions were respected.
I am most proud of the ways I’ve been able to carry forward my family’s legacy while carving my own path—by using creativity as a form of empowerment and activism. For anyone learning about me or my work for the first time, I want them to know this: my brand is about more than just art. It’s about building movements, empowering voices, and creating beauty with purpose. Every mural, every collaboration, every project is rooted in the belief that art has the power to transform both spaces and lives.

Is there something you think non-creatives will struggle to understand about your journey as a creative?

My name is Anna E. Siqueiros, and I see art not just as a career, but as a responsibility. Coming from the legacy of my great-uncle, David Alfaro Siqueiros, and shaped by my father’s work alongside Cesar Chavez in the civil rights movement, I was raised to understand that creativity is inseparable from justice, and that art can be one of the most powerful tools to move people and inspire change.
Through the Siqueiros Foundation of the Arts and initiatives such as Women on Walls, my work centers on creating platforms for underrepresented artists—especially women muralists—to share their stories, transform public spaces, and connect with communities. What sets me apart is my ability to bridge my background in law and advocacy with creativity, giving artists not only visibility but also the recognition and protection they deserve.
One of my core beliefs is simple: you must support your art until your art supports you. Even if that day never fully arrives, every artist still carries the responsibility of sharing their gift. Yes, the artist’s journey can be filled with struggles, but the true measure of success lies in those moments when you know your work has touched a life or inspired change. That, to me, is the greatest achievement any artist can hope for—to share their gift in a way that instills hope for humanity.
What I am most proud of is not only pursuing my own creative path but also helping other artists find and amplify theirs. At the heart of my work is the belief that art can transform both people and places. My mission is to carry forward a legacy where creativity is used not just to make something beautiful, but to spark conversations, build movements, and leave behind hope for the generations to come.

How can we best help foster a strong, supportive environment for artists and creatives?

In my view, society can best support artists and a thriving creative ecosystem by first recognizing that art is not a luxury—it is a necessity. Art reflects our culture, tells our stories, and carries the power to inspire dialogue and change. To truly support creatives, we must invest in them the same way we invest in other essential parts of our communities: through funding, education, resources, and policy that protects and uplifts their work.
This means creating more accessible grants and opportunities, providing fair compensation, protecting public art, and ensuring that creative voices—especially those from underrepresented groups—are not silenced but amplified. Society must also value the process, not just the product, by respecting the time, struggle, and dedication that goes into creating.
I believe we must also nurture the next generation by integrating arts into schools and community programs, so that young people can grow up seeing creativity as a viable path. Ultimately, supporting artists means supporting humanity itself, because when artists thrive, communities thrive—they gain spaces of beauty, hope, and inspiration that remind us of who we are and what we can become.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://siqueirosfoundation.org
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• Facebook: Anna Siqueiros
• Linkedin: Anna Siqueiros
• Youtube: Siqueiros foundation of the Arts

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