We are excited to announce that the 2024 Professional Artist Fellowship Exhibition, Cultural Currents, will continue to be on view at the Billie Jean King Main Library through March 2025! If you missed the opening, there’s still plenty of time to experience the incredible works of this year’s Professional Artist Fellows.
The exhibition is a celebration of the talent and creativity within our local community, showcasing a diverse range of artistic expressions. From visual art to multimedia works, each Fellow’s contribution is a testament to the vibrant arts scene in Long Beach. We encourage you to invite your friends and family to enjoy the exhibition and make it part of your downtown Long Beach experience. With its close proximity to restaurants, shops, and other cultural venues, a visit to the library and the exhibition can be the perfect way to explore our beautiful city.
Meet the 2024 Professional Artist Fellows:
- Brian Doan: Photographer and visual artist exploring themes of identity and history.
- Julia Mata: Multidisciplinary artist focusing on Latinx and feminist narratives.
- Zaret Guadalupe Proa: Painter whose work delves into personal and collective memory.
- Mike Alcala: Artist creating thought-provoking public installations.
- Mister Toledo: Visual artist combining contemporary art with traditional craftsmanship.
- Jacqueline Valenzuela: Painter exploring the Chicana experience through vivid artwork.
- Cameron Johnston-Ushijima: Mixed-media artist experimenting with form and structure.
- Graham Goddard: Sculptor and installation artist addressing social and environmental issues.
- Ashley Sanchez-Jones: Dancer and choreographer creating dynamic, movement-based performances.
- Alyssandra Nighswonger: Singer-songwriter blending folk and storytelling through music.
These talented artists are an integral part of the Long Beach community, and we are grateful for the opportunity to support their work through the Professional Artist Fellowship Grant. This grant honors living artists who have made a profound impact in the local arts scene, providing them with resources to continue their work and grow their careers.
Do you know an artist who would benefit from this opportunity? Please encourage them to apply for the Professional Artist Fellowship Grant by visiting this link.
We look forward to seeing you at the exhibition—and don’t forget to share this experience with those closest to you!