Art and Activism with Busboys And Poets
Sunday / September 20 / 6:00 PM
Details
Date & Time
Sunday, September 20
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location
Zoom
Speakers
Andy Shallal
Activist, Artist, and Founder & CEO of Busboys and Poets
He | Him | His
Anas “Andy” Shallal is an artist and social entrepreneur. He is the founder and CEO of Busboys and Poets, a group of restaurants in the Washington Metropolitan area where art, culture and politics intentionally collide over mindfully sourced food, drinks and programming that feeds the mind, body and soul. Shallal has founded and co-founded several peace and justice organizations and holds leadership positions in numerous others.
TwitterMia DuVall
Principal Art Director & Designer at Mia DuVall Studios
She | Her | Hers
Mia Duvall is best known for her work as a collaborating muralist and art director on some of Washington, DC’s most highly regarded and appreciated murals. The work of Mia Duvall is a reflection of a deep love and appreciation for color (and the principles and elements of art and design). Mia uses a variety of mediums in her artwork to express her love of color and color relationships.
InstagramLuther Wright
Award Winning Artist, Photographer, Organizer, and Founder of LW Arts and Design
He | Him | His
American Artist Luther Wright, born of Washington, DC, challenges the boundaries of traditional paintings as he merges old formal techniques with new modern techniques creating his own genre of art. Luther explores new ways to use color and texture and strives to create interesting compositions within all his work. He draws inspiration from everyday situations, people, social media, and youth, as well as visions from his dream/meditation state.
InstagramLuis Peralta Del Valle
Award Winning Artist
He | Him
Luis Peralta Del Valle received his first commission as a teenager, and since then he has worked with businesses, foundations, public institutions, museums, and private collectors to create murals, portraits, and landscapes that tell stories in vibrant colors and realistic figures. He has exhibited his work at various museums and institutions including the NCIS Headquarters, The Embassy of Italy, The Frederick Douglass National Historic Site, and The Historical Society of Washington, DC.
WebsitePlatform and Prerequisites
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Code of Conduct
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More Information
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