Every once in a while we have the good fortune of working on a project that we feel truly matters, a project that we’ll still be thinking about years from now. Maybe even something we can imagine telling our grandkids about – surely you’ve had moments like that where something you did in your professional life really mattered?

Jesse Clark

I feel that Portrait photography has become my way of combating media representations that desensitize our view of violence against Black individuals. I’m interested in capturing and depicting the resilience of Black people and the beauty that grows as a result. Inspired by the Delacroix painting “Liberty Leading the People” Read more>>

Victoria Johnson

My BFA capstone project, titled “The Body is Only a Vessel,” holds a deep personal significance for me as the most meaningful endeavor I have undertaken. Exploring the sensitive topic of death, the process of creating these photographs added profound meaning to the project. Read more>>

Diya Shakoor

To this date the most meaningful project to me is my first written and published book ‘The Grand Scheme of Life’ (A Bammas Journey). When I said I was going to write a book I was laughed at… this book was not only to silence the crowd but to show that I actually have talent. This book has been highly regarded and is currently rated a 4.8 on Amazon, 5.0 on Barnes and Nobles and has a script being prepared for a movie. Read more>>

Dominique Pierre-Toussaint

The West Metro Youth Collaborative: Read more>>

Chantal Lesley

My work tends to be very autobiographical, I like to make work that finds unique ways to retell stories of my own personal and familial experiences. At first, being this vulnerable and public with my work was intimidating, but hearing the responses I’ve had from others with similar stories that have never seen it represented in a gallery setting, it gave me the confidence I needed to continue making my work and I knew it was important for it to be seen. Read more>>

Willow Waters

I have been involved in so many deeply meaningful projects over the years here in Minneapolis. It’s hard for me to pick just one as the most meaningful, but one that stands out in my mind right now is Bone Mother, a theater / aerial silk dance production following the Russian folktale of Baba Yaga. Read more>>

Wei Zhang

I recently worked on a product design project for 2023 Wellness Summit. Based on the wellness trend report and research we’ve done so far, as teamwork, we decided to create a campaign for underwater AR goggles. We built our own wholesale brand WYTH. This is the second project I did after I am in the Advertising program at SCAD. Read more>>

Sharon Lange

One of the most meaningful projects I do every year is my annual Halloween food drive. Every year in October since 2008, I have held a one night event, where in exchange for a bag of non-perishables you get a 5×7 portrait of your child(ren) in their Halloween costume. Read more>>

Steve Barnard

Tacoma Washington City Arts Council sponsored an event named METAL-URGE several years ago. I had works of art in five galleries at one time as a participant. That and an ongoing display at The Proctor Art Gallery was what really got me noticed. I was getting repeat sales to people that liked what I was creating. I started making more. They were characters constructed from found items, garage sales, thrift stores and a supply of things I had collected. Read more>>

Whitney Sherman

By far the most meaningful project I’ve worked on was creating the central image for the Breast Cancer Research Stamp. It was the first semi-postal stamp in the US. It costs more than a normal first class stamp to raise money for breast cancer research and has raised $95.8 million that goes directly to research. Each stamp that is issued by the US Postal Service has a first day of issue. Read more>>

Quiet Storm

I’m working on my next EP now that will be dropping summer of 2023 titled “Motion”. This project is really giving me an opportunity to show different sides of me. It will include R&B, rap, neo soul and pop tracks. It’s not too many artists that can jump lanes and do different genres of music. This project showcases my abilities to do that. It’s guaranteed to set me apart from the pack. Read more>>

Shaina and Bryan Baira

Our most recent project, Memento Mori, is an immersive dance theater experience that reflects on the fleeting nature of Life and the choices and relationships we make along the way. It features an interactive set design composed of cardboard boxes and haptic/vibration technology which augments the sound score and allows for audience and performers to physically feel the shifting energies as the world unfolds. Read more>>

Dede Bandaid

The biggest artistic challenge I ever faced up to now has been the empty and neglected Dolphinarium in Tel Aviv-Yaffo. The project required enormous research and work to plan the timing, methods and logistics. A whole year passed between the time I first imagined what was going to be painted there and the final execution. The place is at the heart of a seemingly eternal conflict between city residents, the city, and the legal owner who purchased it. Each party has different interest regarding the complex. Read more>>

Megan Watkins

I would have to say my most meaningful project to date was when I created a series of abstracted plant paintings during the pandemic. During that period I was working as a social worker in a dialysis clinic and lost my mother at the very start of it. I was dealing with a lot of grief and loss, as were many people at that time. Read more>>

Chinwendu Kelechi

My most meaningful project currently, is my “New Ikenga” Project. Begun in 2021, it is a collection of, but not limited to, ukara ohuru paintings and accompanying writings that spotlight and translate the classical Igbo Ikenga,- one of the most important traditional icons of the Igbo people,- to our contemporary times. Read more>>

Sara Noyes

The most meaningful project I’ve worked on is my flash posters for my first design class final. It was the biggest project I did while I was in school. The final piece consisted of three 14”x 17” posters that were a mixed of hand drawn designs and hand printed linoleum cuts. Each poster centered around a specific theme, and were inspired by the style of Sailor Jerry hand painted tattoo flash sheets. These themes were nostalgia, love, and body positivity. Read more>>

Mariano De Luca

I recently had the chance to shoot a project for “Goodwill” that was made with support of “Google”, where the main Idea was to show how the Goodwill career center works. I started the project as I approach every other project, having some conversations about it, learn what is the main idea, thinking how we will approach it, etc. The shoot took place in Nashville, Tennessee, and I’ve never been there before, Read more>>

Benedetta Orsi

On June 24, 2023 my third album “INcanto” will be released worldwide by the international Swiss recording label “BAM Music”. “INcanto” is an homage to the music and poetry of my beloved Italy. The album is divided into three parts: these form a journey from early romanticism to impressionism, with the first two sections accompanied by piano, and the third by string quartet. Read more>>

DEAN PHILLIPPI

Faith Based Christian Film Projects Read more>>

J’sun Tyler

Déja Grüv Band was selected to represent the United States at the U.S. Embassy in Haiti. It was a truly monumental opportunity for our band. It marked one of our proudest accomplishments and left us with the fondest memories, particularly because we had the chance to perform for a youthful audience ranging from early teens to mid-20s in some of the most undeserved communities in Haiti. Read more>>

Chris Dudley

“Lil Boogaloo Shrimp and the Clean Sweep” this is a project recently launched with Micheal Chambers from the 1984 movie “Breakin’” and “Breakin’ 2”. This is the first book that I have authored and illustrated. It teaches kids responsibility and priority using break dancing. The story also highlights the 2024 Olympic debut of breaking! Additionally, it teaches readers a little bit about the history and origin as well as breaking terminology. Read more>>

Sam Grant

A campaign I did the photography for just won a Shorty Award in the Humor and Comedy Video category. It was a commercial for State Farm that required someone to photograph an album cover to be used in the actual commercial so I set up before everybody else, did the photography and it immediately got sent out to be printed and used in the production. Read more>>

Joshua Marchant

My most meaningful project hands down is the project I am currently working on called Roscoe’s World. Roscoe’s World is an animated story about a boy (Josh) & his dog (Roscoe). Who find themselves on an adventure in another world filled with alternate versions of Josh’s dog Roscoe. Read more>>

Madison Pope

One thing that I’ve learned as a creative is how important it is to do meaningful projects. We often spend a lot of time helping other people’s visions come to life, but it’s always good to pause and listen to what kind of work you feel yourself being called to do. I learned this lesson for myself when I embraced a passion project that changed everything for me. Read more>>

James Hernandez

In my portfolio I have a photo series with an ex-coworker of mine at one of the restaurants I worked at. Early in my career, I was hungry for a photo series with a subject. We have worked together for a while, and I knew he had a rough past and an interesting story. When I was studying and learning about photography and journalism, we talked about eventually doing an interview together. Read more>>

Dee Brown

The most meaningful project I have ever worked on is CATFEST, a Domestic Violence Awareness benefit. 8 years ago the city of Toledo lost an amazing woman. It lost one of the music and art communities largest supporters, Cat Lambert. Cat was my friend, she was actually friends with everyone who knew her. Read more>>

Jessica Egan

A recent passion project that is dear to me is a limited edition collection I have collaboratively crafted with Chicago violin maker Garrett Becker. Garrett and I have been working together since 2019 after we met through a combination of serendipity and artistry when Garrett purchased one of my vases in a Chicago store. Read more>>

Georgia Reash

#53 Vaginas and Vulvas© is a tasteful presentation of abstract and contemporary art interpretations of women’s genitalia. Each painting offers a savory meaning with intriguing titles and subtitles, inclusive of slang and uncommon terminology. The colorful paintings are depicted in a flavorful food motif, creating a sensual event that invites smiles, laughter, and learning. Read more>>

Emily Dockery

The most meaningful project I have worked on is developing the Michigan Wine Collaborative. I was brought on board this organization at the very beginning while it was a clean slate and full of opportunity. We started with introducing the organization, purpose, and goals to the Michigan wine industry and worked from there to gain buy in from growers, wineries, educational institutions, suppliers, and more. Read more>>

Dezi Cartier

I think one of my favorite projects was after I released my first single. I got hit up by an artist from France named Mav’. He had heard my song and asked me to feature on the album he was working on. We talked and he showed me the beat or a demo and I told him I would do it. I was flattered and grateful he wanted me on the track. It’s a song about how he felt and cared about someone in a relationship that was there for him. After hearing the final I recorded my part in Orlando, FL. Read more>>

Jen Deeter

The most meaningful project I’ve had the privilege of working on is the Boudoir ambassador program. It all began as a personal endeavor to enhance my portfolio by showcasing boudoir photography. Little did I know that it would evolve into something far more profound and impactful. Read more>>

Joanna Briley

Creating the Black Women in Comedy Laff Fest in 2018 after a FB group miscommunication issue. Comedian Shanna Christmas from Vegas saw a NYC comedy festival was occurring and there were no Black Women on the lineup. We brought it to the attention of the comedy community and in a bit of “rage” the festival was created. Read more>>