Director of Almost Everything

Ali Mirsky is a renowned mosaic artist and with over 20 years of experience creating hundreds of mixed media community public art installations worldwide. Ali’s work spans 2-D and 3-D formats, incorporating a variety of mixed media to craft unique textures and narratives. Her commitment to art as a medium for connection has united diverse communities, involving participants of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities.

In 2023, Ali co-founded Empact Art, Inc., a Baltimore-based nonprofit dedicated to community-driven art initiatives.

Colorer

C.G. Duffy is a multidisciplinary artist whose work bridges technical skill with emotional depth. With expertise in welding, sculpting, mural design, and fabrication, Duffy’s practice is rooted in creating spaces for self-expression and community empowerment. As the co-founder and “Colorerer” of Empact Art, Duffy is driven by a passion for facilitating meaningful creative experiences.

Innovation and Partnership Director

With a B.A. in Fine Art from Morgan State University, D.L. Tucker has worked collaboratively on countless interdisciplinary projects exploring innovative ways to create art for social change since 2009.  She is a dedicated community artist that is passionate about using mixed media art and narrative storytelling to support mental health awareness, embrace strength through adversity, and to help build a more inclusive society for everyone. 

I am Paris Samone, a multidisciplinary artist, community leader, builder, and storyteller from Baltimore, MD. My journey has always been about creating spaces where people can heal, express, and rise together. My art flows from my heritage and lived experiences, carrying the rhythms of resilience, connection, and transformation. For me, the Summer Claypoole Art Apprenticeship is more than recognition, it is a doorway to continue my mission of using art as a bridge: between self and community, between generations, and between what is and what can be. I hold deep gratitude for the life and legacy of Summer Claypoole and look forward to carrying that spirit forward in my own work, creating in a way that honors both those who came before me and those still rising.

Artist in Residence

Hi! My name is Nashell Ledesma and I am a Dominican-American artist located here in the Baltimore area. I graduated from Towson University with a BFA in Art & Design while taking a concentration in Drawing, Painting and Printmaking. I have a strong dedication in community engagement, wellness and cultural inclusivity. I am passionate about bringing individuals journeys to life through mixed media, painting and public beautification projections while incorporating themes of storytelling, nostalgia, Latin influences and paying tribute to one's ancestry.