I am a native New Orleanian, and a third-generation immigrant. I was born to a single mom, who taught me how to fight and stand up for what is right. She was the child of immigrants, and pushed me to become the first in my family to attend college. I was the proud recipient of … Sophie Woodruff
Cristy Michel is a Cajun artist, musician, and producer. They are the driving force behind the music of she her sir, one half of the dark-wave duo You Can Call Me Sir, and the bassist in LA’s iconic punk scene staple, Agender. Their work has been showcased at OutFest, MOCA, and the NOVAC Music Video … Cristy Michel
Taslim van Hattum is a visual artist raised in Northern New Mexico to the sounds of the Turkish saz in a woodshop in the village of Abiquiu. Her work focuses on how contemporary society intersects with religious and sociopolitical identities, representations and women–challenging and exposing the way in which space, personhood, belief and popular culture … Taslim van Hattum
Rahsaana Ison CEO of Ison Arts Foundation 501C3, Operates Ison Acts, a boutique acting school and a founding member of SAM (Small and Mighty) land and trust cooperative. Ms. Ison is a multi-talented individual making a significant impact in various fields. As an actress, studio teacher, jazz vocalist, playwright, director, and author, she brings creativity … Rahsaana Ison
Board Member Tiana Nobile 문영신 is a writer and educator with over ten years of experience working as a classroom teacher, teaching artist, workshop facilitator, and poetry instructor. She is the author of the full-length poetry collection, Cleave (Hub City Press, 2021) and chapbook, The Spirit of the Staircase (Antenna, 2017), a collaboration with artist Brigid … Tiana Nobile
Board Member Sierra Polisar is the Head of Collections at the Newcomb Art Museum in New Orleans and former Co-President of the National Emerging Museum Professionals Network. Passionate about art, craft, and museums, Sierra blends her experience with fundraising and leadership with creativity and innovation, seeking to connect diverse audiences, preserve art legacies, and foster … Sierra Polisar
