Born in Adjuntas, Puerto Rico, Danny Torres is a self-taught graphic artist, painter, and muralist with over 60 years of experience. His life and art have been a constant tribute to Puerto Rican culture—a passion that has accompanied him since his earliest paint strokes and has today become his banner of cultural defense in the diaspora.

After graduating from high school, Torres began his career as an illustrator in the Puerto Rico Department of Education at just 20 years old. During this time, he co-founded the Adjuntas-based organization Taller de Arte & Cultura, which later became part of the community-based development nonprofit Casa Pueblo.

Seeking new artistic experiences, Torres ventured to Chicago, where he painted his first mural outside the island. He later moved to Philadelphia, where he began working at Taller Puertorriqueño as an art teacher in the after-school program. In Philadelphia, Torres not only honed his skills but also formed strong bonds within the artistic community, collaborating on art projects with various social and cultural organizations, including KJAC, Congreso, APM, Mural Arts, Esperanza, Centro Pedro Claver, Centro Juan Antonio Corretjer, and the Pennsylvania State Museum. This work has led to multiple awards in Puerto Rico and Pennsylvania, including recognitions by Pennsylvania Governors Rendell, Ridge, and Wolf.

Currently, Torres works at the Centro de Economía Creativa while remaining an active presence in Philadelphia’s visual arts community, contributing to its rich cultural tapestry through collaborations and mentorship. His life’s work is the subject of the award-winning documentary I Am Danny Torres by Abby Torres, a testament to his enduring impact as an artist and cultural steward. Through his works, he not only preserves Puerto Rico’s essence but also invites every viewer to experience Puerto Rican identity with pride and nostalgia.