“Together We Mend”
Behind the scenes with the art and the design of the community art experience for “Discover Your Mental Wellness”, an event held in partnership with Chinatown Service Center’s Behavioral Health Department and the City of Monterey Park.
Where it begins. Concept notes:
Poem: “Dance With Me”, handlettered into the art
Progress shots:
The cut: It was heartstopping to slice through what I’d created. I felt our community’s loss all over again.
Prepped and ready for the event:
Title: “Together We Mend”
Size: Two canvases, 24"x48"
Media: Acrylic paint, kleenex, thread, washi tape, sharpie, poetry on canvas.
See the completion of the art at the “Discover Your Mental Wellness” event.