Artist Spotlight: Jaime “Germs” Zacarias

Jaime Zacarias, also known as “GERMS,” is an artist native to South Los Angeles who names his Chicano heritage and predecessors among his influences.

GERMS, Queso — Jaime “Germs” Zacarias (American, 21st century), *Queso*, 2016, acrylic on canvas, 60″ x 48″.
**Sold: $500**

Mentored by Chicano painter, Gilbert “Magú” Lujan, and taking inspiration from the Surrealists as well as Avant Garde and street artists like Jean-Michel Basquiat and Keith Haring, Zacarias paints otherworldly creatures that draw reference from familiar imagery while creating strikingly original forms.

GERMS, Untitled (Free/Dumb) — Jaime “Germs” Zacarias (American, 21st century), *Untitled (Free/Dumb)*, 2022, acrylic on canvas, 36″ x 36″.
**Sold: $750**

GERMS, Ziggy — Jaime “Germs” Zacarias (American, 21st century), *Ziggy*, 2014, acrylic on canvas, 48″ x 36″.
**Sold: $500**

Zacarias says, “I find myself mesmerized by the seemingly infinite details and borderline infectious behaviors of each character I create, while striving to transform and challenge the traditional interpretations of the icons we all know so well.” The marriage of nostalgia and innovation in the work of GERMS creates a visual language that transcends barriers, both cultural and temporal.

GERMS, L.A. Taco — Jaime “Germs” Zacarias (American, 21st century), *L.A. Taco*, 2016, acrylic on canvas, 40″ x 16″.
**Sold: $562.50**

GERMS, Untitled (Squid) — Jaime “Germs” Zacarias (American, 21st century), *Untitled (Squid)*, acrylic on canvas, 36″ x 24″.
**Sold: $500**

Sources:
Jaime GERMS Zacarias – GERMS 4 U
Watch Inside the World of Artist Jaime ‘Germs’ Zacarias | SoCal Connected | KCET

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