PUBLIC ART

I take a collaborative approach to public art, involving others throughout the process from concept development to creation. I believe that public art can do more than beautify a neighborhood. It can act as a catalyst for building equity, generating civic engagement, and strengthening a sense of community. It can include people in the developments happening in their community, where they know their input is being valued and their voices are being raised. It can help expand on one’s identity in relation to the place they live. It can also empower youth by providing opportunities for personal and artistic growth. My approach is rooted in the idea that by strategizing for such outcomes public art can create a meaningful and lasting impact in communities.

The mediums and genres I choose to work in are continuously shifting and influenced by a combination of factors including: the community the work is intended to serve, the type of project requested, and the physical environment in which it functions. For me, the desired outcomes aren’t measured by the artistic merit of a particular image or object, but rather by the testimonies of stakeholders and community members involved in the process.