Maritza Flores

At the heart of Refuge there are artists who use their work to understand themselves and connect with others. Cloudy Rosas is one of those artists. A Cambodian Mexican American multidisciplinary artist based in Lowell, Cloudy brings an experimental and deeply personal approach to their practice. In their recent body of work, She Still Loves You Nonetheless, Cloudy explores transformation, healing, and self-discovery. Through acts of reconstruction, Cloudy transforms discarded objects into...

Today we are highlighting one of our longtime students: Daryan, she has been part of Refuge since the age of 14. Now 23, she has developed a strong portfolio of concept-driven and technically refined work, while also expanding into short-form film. Daryan’s practice reflects both discipline and curiosity. She takes risks across mediums and continues to push her ideas forward. Despite her growth and skill, she remains grounded, consistently supporting those around her. Her presence in the...

At the core of Refuge Art School are the students, many of whom have grown up within the program and continue to shape what it becomes. Sorieya is one of those students. Over the past Ten years, she has been an integral part of the Refuge community, evolving through multiple roles: student artist, muralist, volunteer, event support, and now co-teacher. Sorieya’s journey reflects the kind of growth we strive to support. She has developed her artistic voice while also stepping into leadership,...