Sculpture, Community Engagement, Painting and Printmaking

I started working in community engaged arts when I was a BC Culture Days ambassador in 2019. I hosted several printmaking workshops and activities in Langley and Vancouver. In 2024 I had the wonderful opportunity to connect with the Abbotsford Community through a series of art engagements designed to be able to be enjoyed by all ages and abilities. Here are photos fro a selection of the engagements. About the residency (taken from the City of Abbotsford website under Artist-in-residence 2024): "October marked the conclusion of the overwhelmingly successful 2024 Artist in Residence program with local artist, Molly Gray. Molly’s residency was produced in partnership with City of Abbotsford Community Services and successfully achieved the outcome of providing opportunities for community connection between older adults, youth, and families. The artist’s innovative use of public space and incorporation of community partnerships was essential in delivering these experiences. Program partners included Healthy Aging Abbotsford, Abbotsford Youth Commission, Replay Boardshop, and Clearbrook Library. Between May and October of 2024, Molly facilitated sixteen community art making making sessions at locations around the City, and participated in City programs and events including Go Play Outside, Canada Day, and 55+ Learning Plus. Over 1,500 participants attended these sessions, which provided a diverse range of interactive activities including: - Collaborative painting projects - Personal storytelling and journaling - Art and movement demonstrations - Custom greeting card creation - Watercolour painting - Custom sticker making - Button making - Printmaking demonstrations