Fundraiser / Art Show at Shade Tree Academy Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

At the ribbon cutting ceremony held at ASA Now for their expansion into the creation of the Shade Tree Academy, EaselArts Inc. presented a check of $25,000 for “Fostering Creativity for Foster Children.” I also had a chance to speak at the event along with displaying student artwork. In addition, I had the opportunity to meet honorable Mesa Mayor John Giles and Council-member for District 5 David Luna and his wife. Check out my speech at https://youtu.be/qYwdNhGSbMQ.

Art One Gallery

Artwork featured and sold at the Art One Gallery in Scottsdale, AZ, a gallery that represents students and local artists in Arizona. To find my art visit Art One Gallery’s website. The gallery provides a safe space for students and up-and-coming local artists to freely express their art to gain experience within the industry, have worked directly with high school and college art students as well as hundreds of other artists throughout Arizona.

Congressional Art Competition 2021

I was awarded first place for my art work, “A Map of my Face,” inspired by farmer riots that went on in India at that time. The piece went onto nationals to be displayed at U.S. Capitol Building. Congressman Andy Biggs is always present at these ceremonies and he is a big proponent of Art and Artists.

An art competition to showcase the talents of our nation’s young artists. Each spring, thousands of high school students from around the country participate for the opportunity to have their work displayed prominently in the tunnels and walkways of the U.S. Capitol Building.

Court Artist Contest 2021

I was awarded first place in state for court artists drawing, done throughout the mock trial competition which was held online this year. In addition, I was placed 8th in the National Court Artists’ contest.

The Courtroom Artist Contest is a competition that allows artistically talented students the opportunity to participate in the Mock Trial Program. Contestants will attend with their state team and create a drawing of the courtroom scene during their team's Round 3 trial.

Chandler Center for the Arts Youth Arts Committee

I was selected as a member of the youth art council for the city of Chandler. Youth Arts Council (YAC) focus on arts appreciation, community service, and leadership skills in order to learn what it means to be an advocate for the arts and a well-rounded community leader. During my tenure as a member of YAC , I participated in workshops, discussions and speaking engagements with the acclaimed artist on such topics as artistic expression, community service, arts leadership and advocacy.

Logo for Ink and Feather

Ink and Feather is a newer magazine that covers art and literature, bringing recognition to our youth. Initially my art was featured in the magazine, and later on Lysa Cohen, the mastermind behind the magazine, gave me the amazing opportunity to design their logo.

NYU Art Intensive Program

I was selected as one of the 40 students in the NYU Summer Art intensive Program focusing on the visual arts. Located in NYU's internationally recognized Art and Art Professions Department, this 4-week program is designed to provide students interested in the broad scope of art an introduction to the experience of being an art student at a prestigious New York City institution.