Claudia Rodriguez-Biezunski
Claudia Rodriguez-Biezunski
Textile Artist
Sew Loka
About Claudia
Claudia Rodríguez-Biezunski, better known as Sew Loka, is a San Diego-based textile artist and fashion designer whose work sits at the intersection of streetwear, sustainability, Chicana culture, and DIY fashion. She is known for her distinctive style of customizing and upcycling clothing, using only recycled, reclaimed, and repurposed fabrics to create her one-of-a-kind fashion designs and textile art pieces.
Beyond her fashion work, Rodríguez-Biezunski is also committed to community engagement and teaching others the art of sewing and customization. You can visit her anytime at her sewing studio, Sew Loka, in the vibrant neighborhood of Barrio Logan in San Diego, CA.
Claudia’s Presentation(s):
Aligning Mission and Market to Build Local Economies
Aligning Mission and Market to Build Local Economies explores how purpose-driven organizations, educators, and creative entrepreneurs can collaborate to strengthen local economies while remaining deeply rooted in mission. This panel brings together perspectives from Goodwill Industries of San Diego County, San Diego College of Continuing Education, a student-turned-entrepreneur, and a local retail operator to discuss how cross-sector collaboration and innovation transform social impact into sustainable economic outcomes. Through real-world examples and lived experience, panelists will highlight how education, creativity, and entrepreneurship can align with market demand to create meaningful workforce pathways, support local businesses, and build resilient communities.