A 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Arts & Community organization in San Ysidro, ca
ART + MUSIC + TECH + COMMUNITY.
MURALS + PUBLIC ART
BLK Box Gallery’s Murals + Public Art Program brings bold, community-centered artwork into shared spaces, transforming walls into stories that reflect culture, identity, and lived experience. Rooted in collaboration, the program partners with local artists, organizations, and neighborhoods to create large-scale murals and public installations that inspire dialogue and connection.
ART + TECH
Our Art + Tech Programs explore the intersection of creativity and emerging technology, where artists push boundaries using digital tools, code, and immersive media. From experimental graffiti to interactive installations, the program aims to support work that reimagines how art is created, experienced, and shared in a rapidly evolving world.
COMMUNITY GARDEN
The Community Garden Program at BLK Box Gallery cultivates shared green space rooted in creativity, sustainability, and community care. Through hands-on workshops and collaborative planting, the program promotes environmental awareness while creating a space for reflection, culture, and collective growth—where community and creativity take root together.
RECORDING STUDIO + STAGE
The Recording Studio + Stage at BLK Box Gallery is a creative hub for sound, performance, and storytelling. Designed for artists at every level, the space offers access to recording tools, live staging, and production support to bring ideas from concept to audience.
200K
Digital impressions per year
6+
Years of art & community
40+
Events per year
APP DEVELOPMENT | DESIGN | AI
✓ In-House designers
✓ 15+ years of experience ✓ Cutting edge tools
OUR TEAM
Executive/Staff Volunteers
Ernesto Gonzalez | Executive Director [Artist/Designer]
Elbert Gonzalez | Director of Operations [Artist/Musician]
Olga | Community Liaison
XYZ | Community Garden Coordinator
Frank Floyd | Filmmaker