Vito Paulekas

Born

1913-05-20

Died

1992-10-25

Birthplace

Lowell, Massachusetts, USA

Biography

Vitautus Alphonsus "Vito" Paulekas (20 May 1913 – 25 October 1992) was an American artist and bohemian, who was most notable for his leading role in the Southern California "freak scene" of the 1960s, and his influence on musicians including The Byrds, Love and Frank Zappa.