John resides in Maryland and is a mixed-medium artist. His artworks are a testament to his exploration into his cultural and spiritual identity and his lived experiences as an American artist of African Descent. After completing his academic degrees and working in the public/private sector as an Affordable Housing Specialist, he pursued creative studies at the Washington Sculpture Center and the Kari Minnick Glass Studio as an artist-in-residences.
Amari-Grey (she/her) is a curator, educator, and postdisciplinary artist. Her practice considers generational memory, gender, technology, and land cultures through experimental writing, performance, installation and social practice. She holds a BA in Art, Film, Visual Studies from Harvard University. She is a 2024-’25 BRIC Contemporary Art Resident and has completed residencies/fellowships with Sundress Academy for the Arts, Brooklyn Poets, Wendy’s Subway, and Mellon Foundation.
Caroline Creeden is an interdisciplinary artist from Maryland. She has a MFA in Studio Arts at Towson University, BFA in Fibers and a MA in Teaching from the Maryland Institute College of Art.
Self Made Man
See more information about Self Made ManMedium: Bronze
Year: 2005
Details: 14 foot; also available in sizes from maquette to lifesize and for commission.
I am Lydia, an independent artist, rich in creativity and wisdom. I am a multimedia artist, like life, combining different mediums creating something unique. Through my art, I celebrate self-love, empowerment, and the magic in everyday life. I hope to inspire others to embrace their own creativity and unique journey.
I am a native of Cumberland, Maryland. I began my career as an artist at the age of 16, when I held my first solo art show in Frostburg, Maryland. I have since held seven solo art exhibitions. I was a featured artist in the 2014 & 2015 Frostburg Arts Walk; “35 Under 35” in the 2016 Issue of Allegany Magazine; Maryland Public Television’s “Our Town: Cumberland,” and the 2023 Savage Mountain Punk Festival. I am currently a semi-finalist of the 2024 CBIZ Mural Project of Downtown Cumberland.