Welcome to another addition to my series on Promoting Racial Equality Through Art, in which I profile writers and artists who use their art to promote racial equality.
Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya was born to Thai and Indonesian immigrant parents. She grew up in the Atlanta area but now lives in Brooklyn, New York.
Amanda worked as a neuroscience researcher for years before delving into multidisciplinary art. Her artwork is colorful and often thought-provoking.
Her most recent project, “I Still Believe in Our City” is a public art takeover at a subway station in Brooklyn. It was created as part of her work as the artist-in-residence for the NYC Human Rights Commission and features illustrations of black and brown residents alongside non-discriminatory messages.
Her work has been featured in Times magazine and recognized by the New York Times and Forbes.
Quotes:
I believe art has a responsibility to question preconceived notions and create new possibilities.
Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya
Sources:
Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya – Wikipedia
Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya uses her art to promote racial equality and you can too! Below are some other ways to get involved.
- Support the Stop AAPI Hate reporting center
- Read books by AAPI Authors
- Sign the Petition for Justice for Ma’Khia Bryant
- Sign the Petition for Justice for Daunte Wright
Thanks for reading, friend!