LaToya Peoples is a Philadelphia native, Baltimore based multi-hyphenate artist, muralist, educator, curator and creative entrepreneur. Peoples’ artistic practice includes painting, mural & public art installation, printmaking and design. She received her BFA from Maryland Institute College of Art, Baltimore, in 2009, prior to an 8 year career in visual arts education. Much of Peoples’ work focuses on symbolism and narrative through juxtaposing figuration, organic forms, vibrant color and cultural patterns. Peoples creates transformative works informed and guided by historical inquiry, community engagement and exploration of identity.