Part two of Local-ish features visual artist Ya La’Ford. She’s a muralist, installation artist, painter and professor. Her work is immediately recognizable for its sharp, geometric lines and bold contrasting colors, often adorning the entryways to businesses throughout St. Petersburg. From gallery exhibitions to community mural projects, she’s a staple in the local art world. But her artwork also spans the globe from Dubai to South Africa. La’Ford takes a moment to share what she’s been working on lately and why she continues to choose the Tampa Bay area as her home.
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