Artist Michael Bernard Stevenson Jr. is black, non-binary, and practices primarily in America. The Artist collaborates with people to make artwork for the people. They are an MFA candidate in PSU’s Art and Social Practice program. This spring they were also awarded the Andries Deinum Prize for Visionaries and Provocateurs from the PSU College of the Arts.

Their practice has been dedicated to developing the necessary skills to encourage advanced development of imaginative thinking and self-confident expression in young people ages 4 to 15. They pursue these professional and creative goals passionately because they believe empowered and open-minded young people are the best and most direct way to contribute to ensuring a sustainable and prosperous future society.