hi! my name is Ciara, b. 1991. I am a Brooklyn based visual and social practice artist originally from the Bay area, California. I’ve attended fine arts programs at The Marchutz School of Art, Columbia University, and Saint Mary’s College of California. My primary interest lies in the connection between social-emotional awareness and its influence in the process of creation. Much of my work focuses on gestural dynamics, using painting to express sensations of emotion or environment through color and form.

I believe that art is a human right and am

deeply involved in the Mental Health community. I have developed original arts programming and workshops for artists with developmental disabilities and serious mental illness in private and public programs in both New York and California. I have been lucky to participate in various educational exhibitions and workshops throughout NYC, including The MoMa’s ‘Become a Butterfly’ project, The Bronx Family Court Mural, and serve as a Social Practice Resident with Project Art.

Currently, I maintain an active studio practice in Brooklyn, and work as a Social Practitioner for a community based mental health organization.

For additional information on available works, public programming, workshops, or other inquiries please contact me via email at ciara@ciararuddock.com