Angela Faz: Reclamation Through Printmaking and Remembrance
Angela Faz is a Dallas-based multidisciplinary artist whose practice centers on art interventions aimed at revitalizing public spaces and confronting narratives of history—particularly those concerning marginalized communities. Driven by a deep engagement with social justice issues, Faz utilizes diverse mediums including relief printmaking, monotypes, and digital projections to explore themes of identity, displacement, and collective memory. Their artistic vision is rooted in the belief that art possesses transformative potential, actively dismantling barriers rather than merely adorning surfaces.
Early Life & Artistic Beginnings
Born in Dallas, Texas, Angela Faz’s formative years instilled a profound appreciation for resilience and creativity—qualities that would become central to their artistic trajectory. From elementary school onward, Faz cultivated a passion for visual arts, experimenting with tempera construction paper creations and discovering the tactile pleasure of printmaking under Polly Diskey's guidance at Dallas Arts Magnet School. This initial encounter solidified an enduring fascination with traditional techniques like José Guadalupe Posada’s lithography, informing their subsequent artistic explorations.
Formal Education & Influences
Faz pursued higher education at Collin College in Tempe, Arizona, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Visual Communications and honing skills in graphic design alongside a minor in printmaking. The college environment fostered intellectual curiosity and exposed Faz to influential thinkers and artists who championed social activism—a legacy that continues to shape their artistic endeavors. Notably, Faz’s engagement with Booker T. Washington’s multicultural campus instilled values of inclusivity and collaborative creativity.
Career Highlights & Artistic Development
Throughout their career, Faz has consistently sought opportunities to engage in impactful art projects—collaborating with activist groups like Art Conspiracy and Mother's Against Police Brutality to generate artwork that catalyzes dialogue and promotes social change. Their involvement with Collin College’s Visual Speedbump tour showcased their ability to connect with audiences and communicate complex ideas through visual storytelling. Faz founded Radical Love Art Collective, prioritizing artists of color and LGBTQI+ persons who share a commitment to creative responses as tools for cultural transformation.
Recognition & Notable Projects
Faz's artistic contributions have garnered international acclaim, culminating in recognition from Amplifier’s 2020 Global Call for Art for their collaborative print *Collective Care*, which was subsequently featured in the Prints & Photographs Division Online Catalog at the Library of Congress—a testament to the enduring power of art as a vehicle for preserving historical moments. Furthermore, Faz's participation in *New Stories: New Futures* resulted in the installation of *Arkikosa River*, a site-specific artwork exploring the memory embedded within waterways and reflecting on Dallas’ history. Their work has been described as “art created to tear down walls rather than decorate them,” encapsulating their artistic ethos.
Current Pursuits & Future Vision
Currently residing in Dallas' Oak Cliff neighborhood, Angela Faz continues to pursue artistic endeavors while serving as a Cedars Union Art and Equity Scholarship recipient for Cohort 3—a commitment that underscores their dedication to fostering artistic excellence within underserved communities. Faz envisions art as an instrument for empowering voices and reshaping narratives—a vision firmly grounded in the belief that creative expression can contribute meaningfully to societal progress.
