By: Gabriel Cifarelli and Jennifer Cuevas

The Art of Well-Being initiative began in the fall of 2020 as a series of artworks commissioned to promoted healthy COVID-19 practices. The debut collection, produced with DCA partner, LA Commons, featured artists from South Central Los Angeles. 

The series continues now with community partners Self-Help Graphics & Art and 11:11 A Creative Collective presenting eighteen artists from Los Angeles, particularly from East LA and the San Fernando Valley. Look out for some of these artworks featured at bus shelters in neighborhoods across Los Angeles. Snap a picture on social media and tag us in your photo and use #LAArtofWellBeing!

The Art of Well-Being initiative is a collaborative effort between the City of Los Angeles, the Office of Mayor Eric Garcetti, the Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA), the Emergency Management Department, Self Help Graphics & Art, and 11:11 A Creative Collective. 

Learn more at  https://culturela.org/programs-and-initiatives/art-of-well-being/.

Gabriel Cifarelli is DCA’s Digital Communications Manager. Jennifer Cuevas is Self Help Graphics & Art’s Communications Consultant.