Love and more life Artist: Pugs Atomz Englewood-based, world traveling multi-genre collaborative artist, Atomz has taught art in After School Matters for 10 years and has expanded into music, video, and...
Read More ›It Takes A Village Artist: P.J. Stewart Retired from Chicago Public Schools, where she taught elementary school and art in grades 7-12, Mrs. Stewart is now the owner of Studio 3140-WPB at the Bridgeport Art Center. Her works have been...
Read More ›A 'Peace' of Washington Park Artist: Melana Bass Artist and muralist with public pieces in Madison, WI, Bass is most noted for the exuberance of black girl pride in her...
Read More ›Garden Artist: JessTimeless Self-taught artist and art entrepreneur, Jessica Patterson seeks to "create original paintings that are based on childhood experiences and/or adversities in society, while also exploring the joy of life. I...
Read More ›Values of creating safe space Artist: Haerim Lee Originally from South Korea, Chicagoan Rim Lee's art stimulates dialogue with communities through painting, public murals, artist books, and photography. Ethnographic research informs her...
Read More ›Migratory Dreams Artist: Abena Motaboli As a cultural engagement facilitator, Motaboli works with the Chicago Park District, community gardens, immigrant centers, and other community organizations across the city. She is “passionate...
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