You Belong Bench Program - Public Art
By: Maya CoronaThe You Belong Art Bench Program invites artists to transform benches into vibrant public art pieces that highlight local nonprofit missions, fostering community connection and engagement through creative expression. Maya Corona, a Calgary-based artist known for her colorful murals and vibrant, driven work, was selected for this project to create a bench art piece titled “Let Equality Bloom.” SpanicArts, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting Hispanic artists and fostering connections within Calgary’s artistic community, collaborated with Maya on this project. Together, they aimed to create a bench that not only celebrates Hispanic culture but also advocates for unity and equal opportunities across communities. Timeline for project: Start date (Jan, 11, 2021 > Feb 12, 2021)
