John Carney’s “Once” (2007) was a huge inspiration for The Book of Life (2014). A guitarista with his heart on his sleeve sets out on an impossible journey of faith. Manolo’s beaten guitar and hole was our little homage to Hansard’s beautifully beaten guitar. Gracias forever, Maestro Glen Hansard.

Watch an exclusive clip from the new documentary 'TEZUKA! God of Manga' featuring 'The Book of Life' director Jorge R. Gutiérrez. #TEZUKAGodOfManga #OsamuTezuka #JorgeRGutierrez

Exclusive: Jorge R. Gutiérrez Discusses Tezuka's Joyful Creative Legacy in 'TEZUKA! God of Manga'

Watch an exclusive clip from the new documentary 'TEZUKA! God of Manga' featuring 'The Book of Life' director Jorge R. Gutiérrez. #TEZUKAGodOfManga #OsamuTezuka #JorgeRGutierrez

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rough designs for Xochi’s parents for I, Chihuahua. The muse designed the mama. Dad is a musician and mom is a chef.

panel and signing schedule at ComicCon this year!

Jorge R. Gutierrez (@mexopolis.bsky.social) has publicly backed the Kickstarter for The Sixth Sun’s indie animated trailer! More details in 🧵 #indieanimation #supportindieanimation

I just backed The Sixth Sun: Aztec Mythology Reborn for the Modern Day on @kickstarter.com www.kickstarter.com/projects/the...

The Sixth Sun: Aztec Mythology Reborn for the Modern Day

An indie Mexica animated trailer and mythic audio drama by Coyote Studio and Viva Calavera, led by a disabled artist, with art rewards.

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Really excited to show you the silkscreen posters by @mexopolis.bsky.social that will be available at the Gallery and online FRIDAY @ 11 am PST on laluzdejesus.com WEAR YOUR JERSEY!! #worldcup #football #futbol #soccer #traditionalart

MEXICO 86 (48x36, acrylic on wood) for my new solo art show “FUTBOL! FUTBOL!! FUTBOL!!!” opening Friday July 3 at La Luz de Jesus Gallery! Y QUE VIVA MÉXICO!!!

EL TRI MOUSE for my new solo art show “FUTBOL! FUTBOL!! FUTBOL!!!” opening Friday July 3 at La Luz de Jesus Gallery! BUENA SUERTE, MÉXICO!!!

Gracias forever máster! Ochoa for my new solo art show “FUTBOL! FUTBOL!! FUTBOL!!!” opening July 3 at La Luz de Jesus Gallery! More sneak peeks coming.

We are very excited to announce the upcoming art showcase of the great @mexopolis.bsky.social! #FUTBOL! FUTBOL!! FUTBOL!! a painting series that surrounds the drama, passion & iconic people that make up this beloved sport as we all watch in awe the #worldcup #football #soccer #noai #traditionalart

Merlin the duck for my new solo art show “FUTBOL! FUTBOL!! FUTBOL!!!” opening July 3 at La Luz de Jesus Gallery! More sneak peeks coming.

USA 1994 World Cup mascot Striker for my new solo art show “FUTBOL! FUTBOL!! FUTBOL!!!” opening July 3 at La Luz de Jesus Gallery! More sneak peeks coming.

VIVA MEXICO!!! Here is Zayu the Jaguar, the Mexican mascot for this 2026 World Cup for my new solo art show “FUTBOL! FUTBOL!! FUTBOL!!!” opening July 3 at La Luz de Jesus Gallery! More sneak peeks coming

What a performance! Orgullo de toda Latino America. Messi for my new solo art show “FUTBOL! FUTBOL!! FUTBOL!!!” opening July 3 at La Luz de Jesus Gallery! More sneak peeks coming.

The muse and I were a part of a really cool art show in LA where 400 artists painted the covers of their favorite books.

So thrilled to get to meet you today. Thanks for being such a nice, cool guy.

This man gave me a free print because I was “so nice” and I cried, bless you amigo

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I'm going to be at MOMOCON ! Come see me in Atlanta this weekend at the Georgia World Congress Center, where I'll be signing autographs and appearing on two panels.

I'm going to be at MOMOCON ! Come see me in Atlanta this weekend at the Georgia World Congress Center, where I'll be signing autographs and appearing on two panels.

Welcome to MomoCon, @mexopolis.bsky.social! A tribute to Jorge R. Gutierrez, director of The Book of Life, coming to the Atlanta convention this year! Keep scrolling for variants 🧵 #MomoCon #MomoCon2026 #TheBookOfLife #Mexopolis

Check out our new I, CHIHUAHUA poster!!! You can now see lots of his international opponents. Some will become allies… but I’m afraid most won’t! Lovingly painted by the amazing: instagram.com/leacksam/

Made a machete for jorge gutierrez He presented the pilot of his new project "el guapo vs the narco vampires" This is the "machete of san van helsing" I think he enjoyed the gift ! youtu.be/O-zZqrdybGE?... @mexopolis.bsky.social

Met Jorge R Gutierrez who was so nice & loved the art I drew for him.He said he’s glad to be a fan of mine with my art & was so kind to give me a doodle on the back of my copy of the print! Wonderful meeting you Jorge @mexopolis.bsky.social @vivziepop.bsky.social #HelluvaBoss

Otto as interpreted by the most excellent @mexopolis.bsky.social

Dust off my old fandom and made Xibalba and La Murerte in Tomdachi Life. I need to add more details to Xibalba’s face but I’m pretty proud of La Murerte. @mexopolis.bsky.social

This dress took FOREVER to make! But I’m proud how it turned out @mexopolis.bsky.social #thebookoflife