We are a Queer-led, grassroots art collective uplifting artists from Southeast Los Angeles County.

What We Do

MONTHLY WORKSHOPSWe host hands-on art sessions for our communities. No experience needed—just curiosity.

ARTIST NETWORKWe work on a hyperlocal level, cultivating our environments to be more inclusive, colorful, and interconnected. We believe that community-building means starting with our neighbors here at home. 



Where We Work


We are based in Whittier with connections across our neighboring so-called “Gateway Cities” of Santa Fe Springs, Pico Rivera, La Mirada, and Norwalk.

While, we prioritize hyperlocal events, we see ourselves as part of the larger fabric of the arts & cultural scenes of Southern California, from L.A. to O.C. and the I.E.

We are always open to new members, projects, and partners. Drop us a line to connect or join our next virtual meeting (562arts@gmail.com). 




How to Support


Your donations helps us to fund accessible arts workshops and gatherings for our communities! Thank you <3 

We are also eager to lean about trades and exchanges to support local artists! Please reach out via Instagram or email with any proposals :) 



We are a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our EIN is 33-3721527. 



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