Art Dojo: (2024–2025)

Location: Bookstore Gallery – Nelson St.
Role: Installation Designer & Curator

As the 1st artist residency it transformed the conference room into an immersive, interactive space. Working with Nigel Davis, K. Medulla to curate artwork, helped produce a paper chandelier, and brought in studio materials to create a lived-in, artist-inspired environment.  She designed print and digital content for Art Dojo. The residency explored self-reflection, love, heartbreak, feminism, pro-Black identity, and spirituality, with private tours giving patrons deeper insight. The project launched Couch Potato, a podcast connecting artists, entrepreneurs, and advocates. The opening featured art prints and hemp teas; the closing included partnerships with Soul Theory and Ape Water to music vibes by DJ Kiya Lacey, signature cocktails, a QR code scavenger hunt by Eanaj Janae, and a panel discussion.

  • Designed full-room transformation including layout, mood, lighting, and visitor flow

  • Built a large-scale paper chandelier using hand-cut materials and wire armature

  • partnered with artist to develop an interactive QR scavenger hunt featured on the gallery’s monitors

  • Installed furniture, props, and artworks to create an intimate, home-like environment

  • Designed wall text, instructions, and participation prompts

  • Coordinated programming, curatorial walkthroughs, and guided tours

  • Documented the residency program and visitor interactions

    Tools: Illustrator, Photoshop, Hand tools, Mounting supplies, DSLR camera, AV & Media Tools, Exhibition & Activity Materials

Project Contributions

Looping digital media sequence displayed on gallery monitors during Bookstore Gallery’s operating hours. (above)

Instagram campaign design with a CTA to promote the interactive installation. (above)

Instagram campaign design with a CTA to convert patrons to book a private tour. (above)

Handbill printed to promote the closing reception of the artist residency. (above)

Looping digital banner displayed on gallery monitors during the residency’s closing reception. (above)

The residency increased visitor participation and became one of the gallery’s most interactive programs, with high engagement across all components.