Simón Silva

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Contemporary Artist & Chicano Art Advocate; Author of Children's Books; Time Magazine Cover Illustrator

Los Angeles, CA, USA
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Art & Design, Author, Children's Authors, College, Creativity, Education, Educational Motivational, Hispanic Heritage, Innovation, Inspirational, Leadership, Overcoming Adversity, Poetry, Storytelling
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Simón Silva Biography

Simón Silva is an American contemporary artist, author, and speaker whose journey from the agricultural fields of California to international galleries and lecture halls informs his creative work. The seventh of 11 children in a migrant farmworker household, Silva began working in the fields at age six, traveling across California, Oregon, and Washington with his family. These early experiences, marked by hard labor, cultural identity, and limited resources, became foundational to his artistic vision. Drawing served as his initial form of expression and escape, and his pursuit of education led him to become the first in his family to attend college. Silva earned an Associate of Arts degree from Imperial Valley College and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration from Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California.

Silva began his professional career as an illustrator, gaining recognition for his culturally rich imagery. His work appeared on the cover of Time Magazine and in publications such as the children's books "Gathering the Sun: An Alphabet in Spanish and English" by Alma Flor Ada and "Mariposas" by Francisco Jiménez. His style, characterized by bold colors and imagery reflecting the Latino working-class experience, established him as a prominent figure in Chicano art. Silva later transitioned into fine art and painting, blending personal memory with cultural themes. His artwork has been exhibited in venues worldwide, and his paintings, posters, and greeting cards have reached audiences across the United States.

As Silva's public profile expanded, his personal story led to invitations to speak to at-risk students and community groups, launching a parallel career as a public speaker and educator. He has developed workshops, lectures, and curricula for classrooms, colleges, universities, and corporate conferences. His program, "Cultivating a Creative Mind," encourages audiences to reclaim creativity, self-confidence, and lifelong learning. He also created the lecture series "Creating Sustainable Equity Through the Arts," collaborating with professionals, educators, students, and parents to promote inclusivity and innovation. His professional development programs have been implemented in schools, colleges, and businesses.

Silva has received recognition from institutions and communities nationwide for his advocacy of arts education. He was honored by the Latino Education Advancement Foundation with the Jorge Escobar Achievement in Education Award for his impact on students and educators. He has appeared on PBS, discussing how parents and educators can model creative thinking to inspire future generations, and remains active at colleges and universities. As an author, Silva continues to expand his children's book series, extending his influence to young readers. His life and work underscore the role of the arts as a transformative force in education, identity, and opportunity for communities.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 06/01/2026.

Simón Silva Speaking Topics

  • The Importance of Creativity In Leadership

    In global survey of 1,500 CEO’s, IBM found that creativity was considered to be the number 1 leadership trait for the future:

    "more than rigor, management discipline, integrity or even vision

    • successfully navigating an increasingly complex world will require creativity."

    Why? Leaders will need to be creative (solve problems in new and useful ways) to stay abreast of rapid change. Further, they will need to orchestrate and encourage creativity across all the levels for which creativity is important. They will need to identify and develop creativity in individuals, build and nurture creativity in teams and set the culture and align processes to promulgate creativity throughout the whole organisation.

    Simón has conducted keynote presentations numerous community colleges, universities and conferences around the country.

  • The Creativity Advantage: Creating Equity For All Students

    “In the world today, there is renewed interest in the term, “creativity.” It is no longer a word reserved exclusively for artists, musicians, or scientists. Ushering in a new era in education, the word "creativity" is being heralded as an essential 21st century skill.” – Simón Silva

    In recent months since the arrival of Covid 19, individuals have lost jobs and struggled to find ways to stay relevant in the 21st century job market. Most individuals have only focused on one of their many abilities/talents and thus leaving themselves susceptible to the 21st job market. Is there a way to use the arts to nurture all of our student’s abilities/talents and make them indispensable in the 21st Century Job market? Is there a way to use the Arts as a foundation to enhance individuality and confidence? How can the Arts enhance everyone’s 21st Century Skills?

    Simón provides educators a clearer understanding of the visual arts and practical projects to enhance everyone’s creativity and help individuals succeed in the 21st Century Job Market.

Simón Silva Videos

KLCS TV Interview with Simón Silva

KLCS TV Interview with Simón Silva

Simon Silva Nurturing 21st Century Skills

Simon Silva Nurturing 21st Century Skills

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Cultivate a Creative Mind A Guide to Regain Creative Confidence
Cultivate a Creative Mind A Guide to Regain Creative Confidence
El Campo: Poems & Paintings
El Campo: Poems & Paintings
Small-Town Browny Cosecha de La Vida
Small-Town Browny Cosecha de La Vida

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  • What topics does Simón Silva speak about?

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Simón Silva is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as The Importance of Creativity In Leadership and The Creativity Advantage: Creating Equity For All Students. The estimated speaking fee range to book Simón Silva for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. Simón Silva generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Erik Wahl, Jon Bergmann, Michael Gelb, Neal Petersen and Story Musgrave, M.D.. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Simón Silva for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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