Joyce Dallal, President
Joyce Dallal is the recipient of several grants and fellowships, among them a National Endowment for the Arts Regional Arts Fellowship in Photography, a Brody Arts Fellowship, and a City of LA Individual Artist Fellowship. Joyce, who works out of her studio in Inglewood, has exhibited both nationally and internationally. Her temporary and permanent public art projects have been commissioned by the City of Pasadena, the LA International Airport, the LA Public Libraries, the Community Redevelopment Agency, and the LA Department of Cultural Affairs. She received her Masters in Fine Art from USC and recently retired from El Camino College in Southern California, where she taught for 30 years.
Tracy Adewunmi, Vice-President
Tracy Adewunmi is a technologist and artist dedicated to the intersection of innovation and community. With a master’s degree in Computer Science, she seamlessly blends art and technology to create transformative creative experiences. A proud Howard University graduate, a member of the Inglewood Board of Realtors, and member of the Inglewood Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Tracy is a passionate advocate for the local creative economy. Her work focuses on amplifying the voices of Inglewood artists, bringing an elevated perspective to the city’s rich cultural history and ensuring its vibrant artistry is celebrated on a global scale.
Jorge Gomez
Jorge Gomez is a brand designer and graffiti writer born in Guadalajara, Jalisco, México. His family migrated to Inglewood, CA when he was a year old. He produces work under his company The Money Studio, where they focus on branding for BIPOC – owned businesses. The Money Studio encourages brands to convey their stories and preserve their culture.
Jorge has produced murals located throughout Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, and Valle de Guadalupe. His murals aim to connect directly with the environment. As a designer, he understands that your message must be clear and honor the local heritage of the people living within those communities.
Renée A. Fox, Advisory Board
Renée A. Fox is the co-founder of IOS. She is an artist, community organizer and co-founder of Inglewood Open Studios. Born in Frederick, MD, she received her BFA from Otis College of Fine Art and Design in Los Angeles, CA in 2002 and has since lived and worked in Inglewood.
Christopher L. Mercier, Advisory Board
Christopher L. Mercier, AIA is the president and founder of Inglewood-based (fer) studio - form, environment, research, a leading architecture, interiors and urban design practice specializing in Iconic Trans-relational designed environments. Chris brings a unique perspective to the IOS Board being both a practicing registered architect and professional artist as well as an Inglewood resident and business owner.
Minna Philips, Advisory Board
Minna Philips is a contemporary artist from India, based in Inglewood. Her works have been exhibited locally, nationally, and internationally. She previously worked as the Senior Staff Assistant for the Drawings Department at the Getty Museum, and before that as Education Coordinator at VisArts in Rockville, Maryland.