Piece description from the artist
Did you know that even when you’re sitting at your school desk, you’re secretly a hero? This colorful mural is a piece of Evidence-Based Design (EBD) created to be a positive cognitive distraction for little explorers in big places like hospitals and airports.
On the left, a student is busy reaching developmental milestones and writing down big ideas; on the right, that very same student has used their growth mindset to climb all the way to a giant mountain peak! Using soft, tactile fabric textures, bright primary colors, and a symmetrical composition, this artwork is a form of inclusive storytelling that reminds every child their brain is an engine for adventure. Whether you’re learning your ABCs or climbing to the clouds, this healing arts installation celebrates your "hero self"—always right there with you, wearing your favorite red cape!
Malia Joy Wofford
Born and raised in Los Angeles County, Malia Joy’s artistic talent emerged early—and vividly. As a toddler, she famously used her mother's lipstick, blush, and foundation to paint murals on her walls and bedspreads. What began as scribbling in ALL of her books and her father’s Bible has evolved into a disciplined and joyful artistic practice; today, she continues to find inspiration in coloring her own Bible.
Malia’s formal training began at age 13, studying under a former Vogue designer before expanding her repertoire to oil and acrylic painting. Her work gained early recognition, appearing in local auctions, Borders Bookstores, and her handmade greeting cards in Old Town Pasadena boutiques before she even graduated high school.
Throughout her professional career, Malia has leveraged her freelance business to collaborate on projects for major brands, including Disney English, a Universal Music Project tied to a Netflix Original.
Most recently, her work has been installed at Boston Children’s Hospital, corporate buildings throughout Los Angeles, and in Albuquerque, New Mexico.With a lifetime of creativity behind her, Malia is now expanding into the home goods industry with a vision to become a household name in print and product design.
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