Role: Apprentice in a team working under a master artist, designed, produced and installed mural on exterior of Longfellow school in Oak Park, IL.
Media: Glass, Ceramic and Paint
Off the Wall is a youth employment program in which young adults age 16-22 apprentice with master artists to design, construct, and install mosaic and bricolage murals in Oak Park and neighboring communities. The program began in 2005 and has since overseen the installation of over fifteen large-scale murals. The program is a great opportunity for young artists to engage in meaningful and enriching employment which provides experience and benefits the community.
Role: Apprentice in a team working under a master artist, designed, produced and installed mural on exterior of Longfellow school in Oak Park, IL.
Media: Glass, Ceramic and Paint
Off the Wall is a youth employment program in which young adults age 16-22 apprentice with master artists to design, construct, and install mosaic and bricolage murals in Oak Park and neighboring communities. The program began in 2005 and has since overseen the installation of over fifteen large-scale murals. The program is a great opportunity for young artists to engage in meaningful and enriching employment which provides experience and benefits the community.
Figure drawing "Ruffian" was selected for display at the Oak Park Art League. This juried national call (Jurors: Susan Hall and William Ewers) sought to showcase a diverse spectrum of work based on the human form, yet pushing the boundaries of how we depict ourselves and the bodies we inhabit. Only artist under the age of 18 displaying work. Awarded an honorable mention—a total of 5 awards were given and about 30 artists were displayed. Youngest award recipient in the gallery's history.
Media: Charcoal on paper
50 students selected (out of 900) to display work in yearly art exhibit. Selected as one of "the best" Oak Park River Forest High School artists in printmaking and beyond.
Solo showcase of miniature art in first solo show. Mixed media display in mini art studio (similar to a little free library) for 1-2 months. Frick Little Free Art Gallery is a mini outdoor gallery located at Frick Kids Fine Art Center in Oak Park, IL.
Media: Cardboard, wood, acrylic paint and canvas
50 students selected (out of 900) to display work in yearly art exhibit. Selected as one of "the best" Oak Park River Forest High School artists in 3D/metalworking and beyond.