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About Us

Building a Vibrant And Inclusive Art Community In Boston

Who We Are

NOSA: Nubian Open Studios for the Arts, Connecting Community Through Creatives and Commerce. What sets NOSA apart is our focus on community and collaboration.

What We Do

NOSA is a community-driven initiative that connects local artists with the public, fosters creativity, and supports small businesses in Boston.

What We Believe

Art is not just something to be consumed, but a powerful tool for bringing people together, fostering creativity, and building social capital. We offer a unique blend of art and commerce, providing a platform for artists and small businesses to connect with each other and with the public.

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Our Mission

NOSA enables artists to showcase their work, connect with each other, and engage with the public.

Boston's communities have been hit hard by the pandemic, and small businesses and artists have been particularly impacted. Many artists struggle to find affordable space to showcase their work, while small businesses lack the foot traffic they need to thrive. NOSA is solving this problem by providing a platform for artists and small businesses to come together, engage with the public, and boost the local economy.

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Artist of the Month Tori Valle

June 2023 Lost Grief

About the Artist

Tori Valle is a visual artist, designer, and educator. She grew up in Villa Victoria, a Puerto Rican enclave in Boston’s South End. She was introduced to the Boston art scene through her participation in youth programs as a Spoken Word Poet, competing statewide and internationally. Her focus from performance to the visual arts shifted during her time at New York University Tisch School of the Arts, where she graduated with a BFA in 2022. You can find her creating, mentoring and laughing with teens at Artists for Humanity.

About Lost Grief

This exhibition is a narrative experience. The pieces of work in this show are intentionally sequenced to tell a story through three main themes: Travel, Exploration, and Escape. The show was inspired by Kendrick Lamar’s album Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers, Navy Blue’s album Song of Sage: Post Panic!, and Bessel van der Kolk’s book The Body Keeps the Score. The pieces of work in this exhibition are created using acrylic, aerosol, charcoal, ink, fabric, digital softwares, and interactive media. Each piece was imagined and created through the lens of childhood, culture, identity, gender, community, history, and generational lineage. I dedicate my first solo exhibition to my niece, Laylani Rosa DelValle.

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NOSA Artist of the Month Application 2024

At NOSA, we are dedicated to supporting and promoting talented artists from diverse backgrounds. Our Artist of the Month program is designed to provide exceptional artists with a platform to showcase their work, engage with the community, and gain recognition for their artistic endeavors.

Become A NOSA Volunteer

By becoming a volunteer with NOSA, you have the opportunity to contribute your time, skills, and energy to meaningful projects that create lasting change. Our volunteer list is a diverse and inclusive network of individuals from various backgrounds, cultures, and professions, all united by a shared desire to make a difference.

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