Artist Profile
I am deeply thankful to all who make it possible so that I may do what I do. Rudy Independent Artist since 1999. Former Marine Sgt. 1/7 Grunts! Former Cop of 15 or so years. Special Enforcement Unit Visalia PD SWAT Some say, a bit of a Paradox	All video and audio files viewed on this site retain their original copyright as owned by their respective movie and or sound production companies. All video files viewed here are for educational purpose, research and criticism only. Rudy Vargas Illustration/Tigerlife.com holds no liability from misuse of these files.
Rudy was born and raised in Hanford, California. He attended Roosevelt Elementary School, Woodrow Wilson Jr. High and Hanford High School. (Class of 1977) His higher education includes studies in History, Art History and Painting. The foundation for his art was set early-on by his parents who are artists and teachers who inspired him to do the work. After high school, Rudy enlisted in the U.S.M.C. and is a former Marine Sgt. for 1/7 grunts. While in the grunts, Rudy continued to paint during his off time. There may even be a few fellow Marines from back in the day who may own some of his paintings. Shortly after discharging from the Corps, Rudy became a Police Officer. As an officer, Rudy never lost his artistic vision and made a vow. He vowed... At the age of 40 he would live the life of an artist. Rudy held various assignments after several years of schooling in the fine art of becoming a productive street cop. His assignments included: Deep Cover and Narcotics, Special Enforcement and S.W.A.T. yet he continued to paint during his off time. At the age of 40 and after almost 16 years as a police officer, Rudy, true to his vow, turned in his badge and gun for a paint brush. ~ Rudy has been an Independent Artist since 1999. His works are displayed in countless locations across the country and abroad. In addition, his work has been recognized by The California State Assembly and The United States House Of Representatives.  ~ Rudy is deeply grateful to all those who make it possible for him to do what he does and his work reflects all those who have come in contact with him whether it be good, bad, intimate or distant. ~ Rudy now resides and works from his home in Visalia, California located in the San Joaquin Valley I am asked many times, "Rudy, of all the work you've done which do you feel is your best?" My answer is and always will be... "The next I'm about to do!" Quick Gallery Intersection Law Enforcement Armed Forces Firefighter Family  K-9 Rudy Vargas Illustration Copyright 1999-2012	Rudy proudly poses with the models of his FAREWELL piece, The 91st Division Pipes and Drums. California Peace Officer's Memorial Service Sacramento California National Peace Officer's Memorial Washington D.C. In Honor Of Fellow SWAT Officer James Rapozo EOW Jan. 9, 1998 Jack Amoroso, Glenn Newsom, Mike Chamberlain, Rudy and Tim Haskill. National Peace Officer's Memorial Washington D.C.