I am Robert John “Robbie” Ierubino, Jr., a US-born, autistic artist who emigrated to Vienna, Austria, when I was 14. I hold a Bachelor of Arts (Honors) degree in Graphic Design and a Master of Arts in Arts and Creative Technologies, both from the University of Staffordshire in Stoke-on-Trent, England. I have completed a graphic design internship with the wendy.network and at the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA) in Vienna, Austria. But in May 2024, I moved to Ocean City, Maryland, to find a job as a US citizen by reason.
Lisa R. Danaczko is a dynamic storyteller and engagement strategist. Her artistic practice examines creative placemaking with themes of belonging, collective memory, hidden connections, and respite in public spaces.
Clyde Rich is a cartoonist, video editor and general multimedia maker from Paris, France. Clyde created the cartoon character "Dill" at the age of six, developing a world of "dills" which continues to evolve to this day. They hold a BFA in Critical and Visual Studies from Pratt Institute and attended programming school during École 42's inaugural year. Through classes, editing and translating work, they aim to open access for any and all art forms.
Lindsay Callaway spent seven years soaking up the colors and energy of Oahu before moving back to Maryland in 2016. A lifelong creative, she discovered watercolor in 2023 and was instantly hooked by its vibrant, dynamic quality. It quickly became her favorite way to bring art to life.
For Lindsay, watercolor is a great way to relax. She loves the way the colors flow and appreciates the freedom of taking her supplies on the road—to the beach, on a plane, or anywhere inspiration strikes. Her work bursts with bright colors that capture the essence of her surroundings.
(This is the Way We Do It) Down in Naptown
Written and recorded during the pandemic as a way to raise money for the Annapolis Musicians Fund for Musicians (AMFM) and build community during a period in which musicians couldn't come together for the annual AMFM concert series held at the Rams Head On Stage in Annapolis. The project involved more than 70 musicians from greater Annapolis spanning several generations along with two videographers.
Year: 2020
Details: 7:24
Mary DeStefano (b. 1982) is a Washington, DC metro area visual artist who works in acrylic, pastel, and watercolor. Born and raised in the woods of Arkansas, she is strongly influenced by her rural roots, painting primarily bold, but serene landscapes and plants, and she often taps into a sense of nostalgia for a place from one’s past. She has shown her work in New York, Connecticut, Washington DC, and Arkansas, and her work has been commissioned and collected nationally.