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Every month, Prudential Center partners with Artists For Humanity (AFH) to feature an AFH artist. Our relationship with AFH provides a physical space for these artists to exhibit two pieces of art or photography with the greater Boston community. It also provides a platform that encourages artistic expression, creativity, and personal growth.

Keep reading to learn more about the artists that were featured in the Center and also on our Instagram throughout 2025! Admire the original creative works during a day of shopping, dining, or just to celebrate local artists.

JANUARY ARTIST: Minh Quan Le

Untitled Digital Photographs

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Quan Le spent the first 15 years of his life in Saigon, Vietnam. He is addicted to soccer, meeting new friends, and has hopes that one day his family will be reunited in the United States. He enjoys taking photos and accidentally landed in the best studio at Artists for Humanity: the Photo Studio. His biggest goal is to be in a good college (hopefully Northeastern or Boston University) to make his dad proud, and to be in a place where no one can look down on his family. He hopes to one day be able to buy a car for his mom.

ARTIST STATEMENT 

“The beginning of my love for photography came from my dad, he’s my role model. He inspired me through the videos and photos he took for the church. He taught me how to take a good photo, the first step in falling in love with photography. Taking photos is not just a click of a button but it’s also a passion, the elaborateness, the soul in that picture. Anyone could be a photographer but just a small amount could be smooth as water or harsh and strong as concrete. Everything is art. No one can tell how you look at the world. Maybe your world is full of pink but someone else is in pain. The way you are affects your aspects of art. A 3 year-old kid can draw unexplainable pictures. In conclusion, be who you are, cause art is around us. It has many ways to look and you are the artist of your life.”

FEBRUARY: DOROTHY CHRISTIAN

“Eclipse”

“Goodbye Winter Hello Spring”

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Dorothy Christian was born in Lowell Massachusetts before being raised in Kewanee, Illinois. She moved to Dorchester, Massachusetts in 2021. Dorothy is from a family of 10, being the second oldest of 8 siblings. Dorothy spends most of her days at Excel High School in South Boston and afternoons at her after school job, Artists for Humanity, where she paints and works amongst many other teens.

ARTIST STATEMENT

“I started painting when I joined Artists for Humanity. I joined because I looked up to my older sister, Rose. When I finish a painting I never completely know what I’m going to paint next. Recently, I’ve been painting portraits whether it be of animals, or just of people I love.

MARCH: ARIEL “ARI” NAVAREZ LOUISSAINT

Untitled Digital Photographs

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Ariel Nevarez is a talented Boston-based artist, born in October 2009. Ariel has been honing his artistic skills from a young age and is already developing a distinctive style. His passion for art and creativity continues to grow as he explores new mediums and techniques. Despite his youth, Ariel’s work reflects a unique perspective, and he is excited to share his vision with the world.

ARTIST STATEMENT

“My work as a photographer is all about capturing the world through my own emotional lens. Every photo I take is a way for me to express what I’m feeling in that moment whether it’s something quiet and reflective or something more energetic. I love turning my personal vision into an image that speaks to others in a way that’s both intimate and universal.

A lot of my inspiration comes from my family. They’re at the heart of everything I do. They shape how I see the world and give me a sense of connection that I try to bring into my work. It’s not just about what I see—it’s about how I feel when I see it, and how I can make others feel the same way.

When I first started taking photos, I didn’t really think much about technique. I just captured whatever caught my eye, without worrying too much about settings or edits. But over time, my approach has changed. I’ve learned how to work with my camera, understand settings, and refine my edits to better bring my vision to life. I’ve grown a lot in my craft, and I now feel more in control of how my photos turn out, which allows me to communicate what I want more clearly.

For me, photography is about connection. I want people to look at my work and feel something—whether it’s the same thing I felt when I took the photo or something completely different.” 

APRIL: KENNEDI WILLIAMS

“Cosmic Conversations”

“Celestial Harmony”

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Kennedi Williams is a Boston born artist with deep roots in the vibrant neighborhood of Fields Corner. Growing up surrounded by murals and street art, she was immersed in a world of color and creativity from an early age. Her journey took a pivotal turn when she joined Artists for Humanity, where she was introduced to a broader spectrum of creative expression. It was during this time that she discovered the works of Hilma af Klint, a trailblazer in the realm of abstract art and a key inspiration for Kennedi’s evolving style. While realism and cartoon art piqued her curiosity, abstract art became her true passion. It provided a unique outlet for her to explore complex emotions, concepts, and ideas beyond the constraints of traditional forms. Kennedi’s work is a reflection of her journey—an amalgamation of her upbringing, her artistic explorations, and her commitment to pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling.

ARTIST STATEMENT

“My artistic style stems from the boredom I often experienced in math class. To keep myself from dozing off, I would take my pen and make random marks in the corners of my notebook—whether spirals, shapes, or simple lines. Though I never initially saw these ‘hieroglyphics’ as art, transforming them into large-scale pieces has inspired me to delve deeper into abstract art. I’ve also experimented with incorporating different backgrounds, such as ombré effects and streaks, which add more depth to my work. Since joining AFH, my artistic style has evolved significantly, and my passion for abstract art continues to grow.”

MAY: ROSE CHRISTIAN

“The Hub”

“Winding”

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Rose Christian is an artist who works with acrylics. In her creative process, she strives to blend abstract and semi-realistic styles into her paintings. She focuses on a wide variety of subjects but excels in cityscapes and portraits. She aims to infuse her work with emotion and uses a vibrant palette of colors. This invites viewers to delve into the depths of her imagination.

ARTIST STATEMENT

“I strive to capture the essence and beauty of nature in my art. In order to capture the beauty of our cities and nature, you have to focus on the little things that you don’t often notice at a first glance. I typically work from photographs, slightly altering them to give off the expressions that I want the audience to perceive. I do this in hope that my viewers can take in some meaning from my pieces and see nature the way I do.”

JUNE: MEADOW WEAVER

“Fountain”

“Introspective”

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Born in Boston, Meadow Weaver has been an artist since freshman year in high school. They became interested in art when they started watching videos about different artists. They then researched other types of artwork and were fascinated by how people express themselves through their various practices. 

ARTIST STATEMENT

“I love creating art that involves nature and abstract. I do the work I do because it helps me be more patient and it calms me. What motivates me to create my work is that I want to eventually become very experienced with my medium, in order to impact my audience as much as possible.”

JULY: SINAI PHILLIPS-THOMPSON

“Daylight Dreams”

“Beyond The Rising”

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Sinai Phillips Thompson was born in the Dorchester neighborhood of Boston. As a child, she discovered her passion for painting during paint nights with her brother. Creativity has always been a part of her life, extending into various hobbies. Acrylic has been her preferred medium, as it was the first one she used, but she is eager to explore other mediums such as oil paint and charcoal. She considered herself an artist for about four or five years. In early 2023, she joined Artists for Humanity after learning about the program from a friend.

ARTIST STATEMENT

“My work is deeply inspired by the natural beauty of my surroundings, whether it’s driving with friends and family or exploring new horizons through hiking and neighborhood walks. With my artwork, I aim to reveal the overlooked details in nature that often go unnoticed in daily life. I strive to highlight how every element in nature, though it seems familiar, is unique in its own way. Through my work, I hope to inspire viewers to appreciate the diversity and beauty that surrounds them.”

AUGUST: ASHLEY LAFORTUNE

“Haiti”

“Haiti”

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Ashley Lafortune is a 17-year-old Haitian-American born and raised in Boston. When Ashley was younger, her older brother inspired her to pursue the arts, which is how she got started at Artist For Humanity and where her artistic journey began. Ashley currently attends Boston Arts Academy, where she sings. Her other hobbies include the arts, specifically fashion. Both of which Ashley uses to express emotion and personality.

ARTIST STATEMENT

“I started this journey out of love and inspiration for art and fashion. I use my art as a way to tell a story and to convey emotions. I don’t use certain techniques in my art; I just try to go with the flow and give myself options or connections that I like, while also using inspiration from other artists. AFH gives me the chance to explore and color outside the lines, working with different types of clients and gaining knowledge on how to use my art as a career.”

SEPTEMBER: KATE STEVENSON

“Painting to Business Meeting”

“When You Spill Your Water”

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Kate is a city girl! She was born in 2006 in downtown Chicago, Illinois but has lived in Boston for the majority of her life. She has been making art since she had the physical ability to do so as a young child. She was homeschooled in her early years and traveled to many countries and several continents with her family. Her early training consisted of art classes at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston and lots of how-to videos. She began mentoring under professional artist Daniel Benayun when she was 10 years old and took art classes in public high school. Later she continued her learning at Artists for Humanity with mentor Jeff Ellis. She enjoys experimenting with new mediums and sometimes incorporates “accidents” into her art pieces. Kate has struggled with mental and physical illness and art has really helped her cope with her issues. Her hopes for the future are that she becomes a master artist and never loses her enjoyment of making art.

ARTIST STATEMENT

“My technique depends on what I am making. I like to try new things and use a lot of mediums such as acrylic, oil, watercolor, ink pen, markers, colored pencils and even clay and felt. My access to resources impacts my art. I am fortunate enough to have a lot of different materials at my disposal. I like angles, colors, and varying line widths. I express a variety of topics through my art. I’m not focused on one thing. I like to draw, paint and sculpt things I enjoy or things I haven’t explored yet because I get bored in my comfort zone.

Many things inspire me! Nature, people and animals, fun shapes and other art pieces at museums and places like AFH all influence my process. I am autistic and sometimes loud and exciting environments overwhelm my senses and stress me out. Music calms me down and helps me to focus on my task. The bulk of my artwork I never show to anyone but I would like people to see and appreciate the art pieces that I do share with the world.”

OCTOBER: Evans Bienaime

“Gyre”

“Untitled”

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Evans Bienaime is a Boston Photographer/Artist in-learning who yearns to become more creative and open-minded towards the work of others and his own. He has been engaged in art ever since middle school where he participated in his first foundation class. He found out quickly that Photography and Mixed-Media was his niche rather than Fine Art. Getting the chance to work at AFH gives Evans the opportunity to fully explore his medium as his great mentors guide him and the quality equipment allows him to work to his full capacity with confidence.

ARTIST STATEMENT

“The reason I’ve chosen the path of photography as my medium is because I am motivated by and enjoy capturing memories when I can, and having access to a camera at AFH gives me all the power to do so. I also enjoy having the skill under my belt. As for my photographic style, I have not decided yet, but that allows me to explore more!”

NOVEMBER: CIARA “JINX” WARNER

“Influence”

“Dandelion Forest”

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Based in West Roxbury, Jinx Warner is a nonbinary acrylic painter and illustrator who has been creating art for over 6 years of their life. Currently studying at the School of Visual Arts in New York City, they paint and create art in an expressive style. Jinx was a teen artist who has contributed artwork to the AFH archive. Their work goes in depth on human emotion and the bright contrasting colors that can be found in the world.

ARTIST STATEMENT

“In my Art I enjoy abstract works, scenery, and trains in a way that gives insight into the complexity of life. I’ve also experimented with figures and portraits in my past works which has expanded my artistic and creative horizons. My art is something to be explored by each viewer, something that can exist with and without a meaning.” 

DECEMBER: JONAS RICHEMOND

“The language of Hands”

“strength of Community”

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Jonas was born in Boston, Massachusetts in 2008. He grew up traveling to many different places due to his father’s military service, before finally settling back in Boston to live with his aunt. It was here that his journey to becoming an aspiring artist began, around the time he was in 7th grade. During the COVID-19 lockdown, Jonas stayed home and began drawing to relieve his boredom. What started as a way to pass time soon grew into a passion for the arts. He went on to explore and learn different types of art forms and their applications, including painting, photography, and jewelry smithing. 

When Jonas shared his passion with his mother, she connected him with her friend Rob, a painter, who offered him a job. This job turned out to be at Artists for Humanity.

ARTIST STATEMENT

“I was a painter at AFH for two years before moving to the Photography Studio. During those two years, I painted a lot of abstract and patterned pieces, and dabbled into semi-realism. I also experimented with different techniques and styles of painting. However, I didn’t want to limit myself to painting for the rest of the time here. I wanted to explore different types of art and subjects, so I joined a photography studio to expand my knowledge.

As I learned how and what to do during the studio, I have found myself drawn to landscape and cityscape photography. I began to add my own twist to the composition by creaking and breaking patterns, using the rule of thirds, and playing with negative and positive space in my work. I create this type of artwork because it’s fun, and my passion for the arts is overwhelming. I love creating and seeing those creations come to life.”

ABOUT ARTISTS FOR HUMANITY

Artists For Humanity (AFH) provides under-resourced teens the keys to self-sufficiency through paid employment in art and design. AFH is built on the philosophy that engagement in the creative process is a powerful force for social change, and that creative entrepreneurship is a productive and life-changing opportunity for young people. Bridging economic, racial and social divisions, AFH enriches urban communities by introducing young people’s creativity to the business community.

Learn more about October and November 2024’s artists: Tania Palencia and Katherine Rivera

Learn more about July, August, and September 2024’s artists: Musauddiq “Auddi” Abdullah, Marina Brhane, and Maya Chin

Learn more about April, May, and June 2024’s artists: Jenny Perez, Jadalys Rosado, and Mareyama Jalloh

Learn more about January, February, and March 2024’s artists: Meleeza Pires, Christina Lai, and Kyra Crawford

Learn more about October and November 2023’s artists: Ananda Toulon and Keyonna Popplewell

Learn more about July, August, and September 2023’s artists: Meadow Weaver, Nora Mohamed, and Gia Minh Nguyen.

Learn more about April, May, and June 2023’s artists: Aaron Kennedy, Kayla Saint-Felix, and Irma Guerra.

Learn more about January, February, and March 2023’s artists: Axander Vazquez, Faith Christensen, and Jeanetta Narcisse.

Learn more about November and December 2022’s artists: Nyarah Carter-Leary and Tiesha Semedo.

Learn more about August, September, and October 2022’s artists: Evelyn Tran, Catherine Mitchell, and Nyah Leon.

Learn more about May, June, and July 2022’s artists: Sarah Richi, Sam Quintin, and Lydia Disla.