Master's scholar graduate Soso-Akalesh is displaying one of her art pieces titled Cha Cha (Legacy) 2025 at the DeVos Convention Center, located at 303 Monroe NW, Grand Rapids, MI, during the Kendall College of Art and Design Annual Student Exhibition 2025.

The reception will be held on May 9th in two parts: Part 1 from 3 pm to 4 pm, and Part 2 from 4 pm to 7 pm.

This annual exhibition will be open from May 3rd through May 11th. Please feel free to check it out and enjoy other beautiful art pieces by the students.

In Moizcalia, Soso-Akalesh paints through expression of life experiences, symbolism, metaphysical themes, and spirit-where the ancestral pulse meets natural elements in a language older than time. Each painting is a ceremony, layered with symbols that rise like prayers from the soil. Her work carries diverse threads, visionary memories, fragments of culture defined in identity and tense emotions that echo both resistance and renewal. This is not art; this is remembrance, reclamation, and rebirth. The reception gave such a relief and empowerment to be embrace with such love and unity, and prepared for the next set of collection series. Enjoy the blog and I hope you will find your unique self in the art world.

The energy at the event was palpable, with local artists, poets, vendors, and community members filling Muse Gallery to capacity. Conversations buzzed around the artwork, creating an atmosphere of curiosity and focus. It felt like the beginning of something beautiful, a moment that would be remembered fondly as we navigate the challenging years ahead. The highlight was the heartfelt dialogue between Sammy P. and Mr. Brooks, which resonated deeply with the audience. Their performance evoked a powerful image of Cha Cha Jimenez sharing his final moments, leaving many, including myself, moved to tears. This event was not just a gathering but a celebration of unity, love, and the enduring legacy of those who strive for a better future.

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Check out my blog of the experiences and artwork from the students.

The Raffle Ticket Contest is still open and accepting purchases!

Enter to win a chance one-of-a-kind art piece by Soso-Akalesh, an artist from Grand Rapids, MI.

It’s intuitive to support local artists and invest in the next generation of young artists in the state of MI!

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What a wonderful event it was! A huge thank you to Downtown of Grand Rapids Incorp; Dwelling Place of Grand Rapids nonprofit organization; World of Winter Grand Rapids, and to all the donors and sponsors for supporting our mission.

Title: Steps of Hope: Freedom in Motion, 2024-25

Size: 8 feet by 4 feet

Medium: Acrylic on wood panel, with LED lights motion

Raffle Ticket Contest is still open and available to purchase your tickets to Art Piece D (Give me Life, 2025) and/or Art Piece E (Colorful Pegasus, 2025). How to enter? You can reach out to me via email or here on my website.

what ticket slots are available?

Currently for Art Piece D: 17 through 24, 26 through 28, 31 through 50

Currently for Art Piece E: 9, 11, 12, 15 through 19, 21 through 50.