Mosaic Atlas: Interview with Gina Velasquez

Authors

• Gina Velasquez, Independent
• Johnny Santaella, San José State UniversityFollow

Document Type

Interview

Publication Date

4-14-2025

Keywords

Santa Clara County, Transgender, Hairdresser, Mexican, Performer

Abstract

This interview with Gina Velasquez explores her life and creative practice as a transgender performer to bridge her Mexican heritage and her identity. Velasquez's artistic philosophy emphasizes transformation and commitment to treating all individuals with care and respect .Lastly, Belasquez advocates for a "mental evolution" in public institutions, calling for a shift away from viewing trans identies as a"costume" and toward a fundamental recognition as an identity.

Recommended Citation

Gina Velasquez and Johnny Santaella. "Mosaic Atlas: Interview with Gina Velasquez" Mosaic Atlas Interviews (2025).

Network

LGBTQ+ BIPoC Artists

Address

San Jose, Santa Clara County

Neighborhood

Santa Clara County