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Miriam Teresa was born in Fort Irwin, CA to military parents who served in the Desert Storm war. She later relocated to Missouri City, TX when her parents retired.
In grade school, Miriam gained experienced in news broadcasting where she learned aspects ranging from videography, soundboards, powerpoint, and mixer systems under the KEGE kids news team at Edgar Glover Elementary. Through Jr. High, she participated in Fort Bend County Fair art contest and receive several ribbons long into high school.
Miriam continued her journey of sharing her artwork at solo exhibitions ranging from San Diego, CA to Downtown Houston. She makes it her mission to inform others of positive outlets that can help the community flourish.
Her passion for the arts stemmed from her late father, Michael Patrick Sr., who shared his creative nature and guided her to evoke community awareness of the impact unity can have on accomplishing goals.
Miriam Teresa is an abstract artist that evokes a sense of interconnected property to the environment and those who once existed.
Miriam desires to create avenues that help the minds and thought process of our youth and community. She believes that the power to do anything starts with a thought. Therefore, she aims to create thought-provoking art that ignites unity and discussion amongst diverse social groups.
Miriam Teresa has participated in the IAM Gallery solo exhibition (2017), Combat to Live community show (2010), Wakanda Juneteenth Movement (2018) and countless of other shows that shed light on community unity.
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iAm Miri Teresa
June 2010-Present
SELF-EMPLOYED
Houston, TX
Artist (Freelance)
Design, develop, and deliver art pieces to clients according to specifications
Create abstract sculptures to be displayed in local establishments
Produce stylized and realistic photos for 3 online websites
Collaborate with local museum to develop and fit art installations across
outside area
November 2010
Combat to live
Atlanta, GA
Exhibition
Honoring our Veterans through art
1 month art exhibition
September 2014
Uproar Magazine Feature
Houston, TX
Literature
Literature piece published in Uproar Magazine
December 2016
iAm Mag Artist of the Year
Artist of the Year Award
August 2017-October 2017
iAM GALLERY
Oceanside, CA
Solo Exhibition
Set up Collection for 3 month solo exhibition
June 2018
Wakanda Juneteenth
Houston, TX
Exhibition
Informative art collective empowering youth to seek knowledge
August 2018-October 2018
Cereal & Shots Art Show
Downtown Houston, TX
Exhibition
Art show exhibit promoting back to school supplies donation.
3 month exhibition
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December 2018
City of Houston thru Houston Art Alliance
Grant Recipient
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Grant recipient to create a solo exhibition art event for the City of Houston honoring Military and Veterans
February-April 2019
Houston Museum of African American Culture
Houston, TX
Community Mural
Community Art Mural
Private Collection Display
March-September 2019
iNSIDE OUT ART Gallery
Houston, TX
Resident Artist
Community Art Mural
Solo Exhibition
Resident Artist
Weekly Live Painting Exhibition
June 2019-Present
Buffalo Soldiers National Museum
Houston, TX
Resident Artist
Permanent Installation
PTL Exhibition
Live Painting Exhibition
Cathartic Art Classes
November 2019
Power To Live Art Show
Shafaii Hall & Garden
Houston, Tx
Solo Exhibition
Solo Art Show
raising Community Awareness regarding the sacrifice our veterans and armed forces have contributed for our right to breathe freely
November 2019
MAP Keepers Day
National Exhibition
Artwork traveled across 4 states in MAP Keepers Exhibition honoring veterans and armed forces
Exhibition locations consist of Texas, California, Florida, & Georgia
December 2019-Present
Houston Maritime Museum
Houston, Tx
Exhibition
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Armed Forces Tribute Permanent installation
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December 2019
Inspirational Colors Art Show
Atlanta, Ga
Exhibition
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Art show for Youth Mentoring
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Exhibition promoting Entrepreneurship
November 2020- Present
Buffalo Soldiers National Museum
Houston, Tx
Exhibition
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Armed Forces Tribute Permanent installation
December 2020- February 2021
Starkville Area Art Council
Starkville, MS
Exhibition
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Winter Showcase 2020
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AiPP Exhibit
August 2022- November 2022
Buffalo Soldiers National Museum
Houston, Tx
Exhibition
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Military Inspired Art Exhibition
June 2023- July 2023
Jubilee: Celebration of Freedom
Houston, TX
Exhibition
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Fundraiser Showcase 2023
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Silos Gallery
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