I was invited by School In The Square High School to kick off a very special initiative that brings the Gallery Space to the School and students. Their vision is to showcase a variety of artwork on a monthly basis, featuring pieces from students, local community artists, and nearby art exhibits. This gallery will not only enhance the space, but also celebrate creativity and provide students with meaningful exposure to artists within their own community. I am honored to have

250 years ago, the United States of America’s Declaration of Independence stated that the “pursuit of happiness” is an “unalienable right”. This pursuit is, and always has been, challenged by circumstance. This exhibition explores the overriding hurdles to this quest and its meaning through a wide variety of interpretations from participating artists. The exhibition runs from Saturday, February 21 through May 17, 2026. The Pursuit of Happiness Opening reception on Saturday, F

20 Years of the Iconic Priority Boxes Art Project The Artist Invites You to Join the Peacemaking Celebration New York 2026 - With labels that read "Fragile: Contains Peace, Love or Hope," visual artist Franck de Las Mercedes began sending abstractly painted and seemingly empty boxes to anyone, anywhere in the world — completely free of charge. What started as a simple experiment in 2006 quickly became a global movement. For over a decade, these hand-painted "Peace Boxe