Mission: "I am Art" is a collective of Latinx artists dedicated to preserving their cultural heritage through music and dance, bringing people together in celebration and unity. The project is focused on increasing Latinx local artist inclusion in cultural spaces and activities.
Yo soy Arte has performed at MASSMoCa, Berkshire Busk, Berkshire Community College, Apple Tree Inn, Mission & Becket Arts with various artists from different backgrounds, skill levels and generations.
“Yo soy Arte”
Laura Cabrera (she/her/ella)
A versatile Artist, woman, mother, singer, & ukelele player. Laura was born in Oaxaca, but grew up in Veracruz, Mexico. She is passionate about serving the community. Founder of the project YO SOY ARTE, & band.
- Fierce advocate of women’s rights
- Recipient of the 25 Berkshire Magazine Recognition of 2022
- Recently named Regional Commissioner for The Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women. Her Commissions strives to represent women and girls in the areas of equality and opportunity by advocating for legislation that best supports their needs.
PHOTO: CONSTANZA BERGS
Collaboration amplifyes the impact of our mission.
2021
Yo soy arte at MASSMoCA
Through innovative collaborations, MASS MoCA helps artists and their supporters create and show important new work, bringing to our visitors bold visual and performing art in all stages of production.
Volunteers & Artist: Letty Munoz, Connie Bergs, Laura Cabrera, Andres Lopez, Bernardo Martínez, Tarsicio, Liberty.
10th Annual 29 Who Shine Awards of 2021 at
Berkshire Community College
2021
BERKSHIRE Community College
Opening for Diana Burko
Community gathered at the Robert Boland Theatre to sing and dance
Representation.
2022
YO soy arte at BECKET ARTS Center
“Our vision is a community connected through art and cultural experiences.”
Volunteers & Artist: Luana Días , Erika Wainwright , Bernardo Martínez Caso, Antonio Chaves Pacheco, Citlalli Rodríguez, Laura cabrera, Liliana Atanacio.
Empowering Young Artists.
2023
Yo soy arte at MASSMoCA
“Through innovative collaborations, MASS MoCA helps artists and their supporters create and show important new work, bringing to our visitors bold visual and performing art in all stages of production.”
Volunteers & Artist: MariCarmen Silva, Laura Cabrera, Andres Lopez, Bernardo Martínez, Tarsicio, Citlalli Rodríguez, Las rosas de los Berkshires.
“Yo soy Arte”
Past Projects with LatinX Local Artist
Becket Arts Center, Becket.
2021
Berkshire Busk, Great barrington.
2022
Church on the Hill, Lenox.
2022
Apple Tree, Ostrich Room, Lenox.
2022
Massachussetts College of Liberal Arts, North Adams
2021
Mission, Pittsfield
2021
Community.
2023
baile latino in lenox
The Mount, Edith’s Wharton Home
Volunteers & Artist: MariCarmen Silva, Dana Danchez, Sophia Sanchez, Laura Cabrera, Andres Lopez, Freddy Star, Clara Guatta, Gael Bertelly, Lilia Baker & Manuel Puac.
highlight: GOLDEN ARTIST & COLLABORATOR
Luana Dias David
Luana began her professional career at the age of 14 in Brazil. She is a native of Sao Paulo-Brazil, She exposes to a mixed culture of Break dance, Samba, Capoeira and classic Ballet which have inspired her dance philosophy and style. She said: "It is immensely rewarding to help others achieve a happy and healthy lifestyle."
Luana has performed and choreographed throughout Italy, Spain, Portugal, Switzerland, Germany, U.S.A., Mexico, Israel, Russia, Turkey, South Korea, China, Kazakhstan, Romanian, Armenia, Georgia. Recently she came back from her first South America tour with Zumba events in Colombia, Peru, Chile and Brazil!
arts & culture committee
MariCarmen Silva Baker
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