Desmond Beach

About the Artist

Desmond Beach is an artist and educator. He earned his MFA from the Maryland Institute College of Art's Rinehart School of Sculpture and his BFA from MICA. Desmond is an interdisciplinary artist, the middle son of three boys born in Baltimore, Maryland. He is a project artist, meaning that his work takes its point of departure from specific problems or tragedies. Desmond finds inspiration for his work from growing up in Baltimore during the 80s and 90s and his lived experience as a Black man. He creates sacred spaces for his immediate ancestors and those of the African Diaspora spirits to rest. Desmond is also interested in sharing the reflective moments of everyday life with viewers. He connects with the viewer through a wide range of mediums, including sculpture, costume, fiber arts, installation, performance, and mixed media. He believes that his work as an artist is a calling.