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#BlackBusinessMonth | Highlighting Angie Michelle Barraza | Art4Life

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Angie-Michelle Barraza (she/her), a local artist from El Paso, Texas, has cultivated a remarkable artistic journey spanning over two decades. With a Bachelor’s degree in studio art painting and a Minor in metals from the University of Texas at El Paso, she has established herself as a dynamic force in the creative landscape. As a former El Paso Art Association board member in 2021, Angie-Michelle showcased her commitment to the local art community. Her artistic exploration has birthed two compelling coloring books: “I Love Us” and “I Love Us So Much!” released in 2021 and 2023, demonstrating her ability to merge storytelling with interactive art. Angie-Michelle’s work portrays her experience as a Black/Afro-Latina woman in America. It extends to commissioned paintings enriching the city’s spaces and sharing her expertise through painting instruction at public events.

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“I deserve to take up space.”

Calling All Artistic Specialists! Join us in Shaping the Future of Young Black Artistic Visionaries!

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Attention artists specializing in painting, writing, music, dance, and other art forms! We invite you to join our mission of shaping the next generation of Black youth who are artistic visionaries from the ages of five to 18 years old.

No matter your creative expertise, whether it’s in painting, writing, music, dance, acting, or any other art form, your unique skills are highly valued. We are seeking individuals like you to become mentors and make a significant impact on the aspiring young artists of today.

By sharing your knowledge, experience, and passion, you can guide these talented individuals on their artistic journeys, helping them unlock their full potential. Together, we can create a community that celebrates creativity and nurtures the growth of future creative trailblazers.

If you’re ready to make a difference and contribute to the artistic legacy of tomorrow, we encourage you to join us as a mentor. Please contact Brandy Wyche at brandy@blackelpasovoice.com to learn more or express your interest.

Let’s come together to shape the future of art and inspire the next generation of Black artistic visionaries!