Edie (she/her) is our award-winning founder and executive director and a college student at Salisbury University studying elementary education with a minor in special education. She is also a community organizer who loves bringing people together and volunteers with many nonprofits and causes outside of We Are Artistic.

A psychologist driven by a deep passion for helping others. Animal lover, adventure seeker, and lifelong learner. I truly believe in love and its powerful ability to transform lives.

Assistant Human Resources Director

Bio coming soon!

Astha lives in Canada and found We Are Artistic as a student in our cimmunity and creative media. They love the cause and wanted to get more involved.

In Person Team Director

Lilly is a senior living in Washington, DC who enjoys volunteering, activism, and helping others. She especially loves seeing people find their passion in the arts through We Are Artistic. Her favorite booth she has lead is Art All Night.

Creativity Director

Kai is a passionate multimedia artist, specializing in character design for animation. Though, much more importantly, he is a service leader, collaborating to connect all kinds of artists and artworks throughout the world. Can’t wait to see what you’ll bring to the table!

Alyssa Pendon is a junior in highschool based in the Chicagoland area. She's interested in marketing, mental health, and empowering others. Alyssa loves connecting with other people but also helping others! Alyssa is so excited to be on the We Are Artistic team and wants to empower as many people as she can. 

Film Director

Erin is a graduate of Dodge College of Film and Media Arts, where she graduated with a bachelor's degree in playwriting and screenwriting. She loves the arts, actively participating in various projects and assisting youth in film production.

Program Director

Fadilah is a longtime volunteer. She has planned and executed many tabling events for We Are Artistic. She is a junior at Jackson Reed High School.

The Uplifting Cat Project Lead

I love art, music (kpop), and more art! I also like meeting new people and animation and love staying at home! :3

The Uplifting Cat Project Lead

Writer, Screnwriter or just a guy trying make an interesting art with my words. Slabadadius!

Communications Intern Lead

Christine is a communications strategist, linguistics educator, and youth-centered curriculum designer. As Communication Intern Lead at We Are Artistic, she builds clear, accessible systems that amplify youth voice and support creative growth. 

Web Design Lead

Web Design Lead!

Community Service Lead

Community Service Lead

Huckle is a graduate of Jackson Reed High School. He is passionate about supporting students with disabilities and the arts and has a strong interest in special education. He hopes to join AmeriCorps and the Peace Corps. He currenly interns with SchoolTalk.