The Unframed Arts Collective
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About the Exhibition
Etched in Time considers how identity, memories, and ambitions intersect in the creation of art. This exhibition will explore the complexities of time as told through the eyes of our artists, primarily composed of migrants and folks experiencing housing insecurity. We beg the question, ‘what remains when time moves on?’
Etched in Time will showcase the stories of six distinct featured artists, and additional artworks from dozens of artists in our community who turn to art as self-expression and healing. This exhibition will also feature children’s works, leaving reflections of family, home, and endless imagination. All works are tangible evidence of lives lived fully, and of voices that refuse to be forgotten. We demand that these stories not only be remembered, but also celebrated.
A diverse range of mediums will be displayed: crocheted pieces to origami sculptures to developed photographs and paper drawings. The artworks date back to the launch of our art programs in 2023, up until this year as we begin our third year of operation.
Featured Artists
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Mikayla
Mikayla is a young and passionate artist whose creativity shows through her love of anime and manga. To her, every drawing holds symbolism and emotion, a way to tell stories that resonate with others just as manga once spoke to her. Beyond drawing, Mikayla’s creativity extends into storytelling. She enjoys writing, often in a poetic tone, and finds inspiration from video games and literature. These hobbies shape how she sees the world and influence the characters and scenes she creates. Looking ahead, Mikayla dreams of becoming a mangaka, an artist whose illustrations can make readers feel the same wonder she felt when discovering manga for the first time.