March 4, Make Art Day, kicks-off 6x6 season at RoCo. Get together with your friends and family and make artworks together! Entries are due April 9. Learn more here: roco6x6.org

On First Friday, March 4, join us for an artist talk with 40/40 Vision artist Erica Bryant, in conversation with multimedia artist Lydia Boddie-Rice from 6-7pm. Then, hone your creativity to make a 6x6 artwork (or four!). Our prompt for the night: Make an artwork inspired by a dream you've had. Or, add your voice to an issue addressed by the artists in A Change is Coming.

About the Artists

Lydia Boddie - Rice is President & Creative Principal of BoddieWorks Creations and Consulting, the business backdrop for her re-emergence as a creative who strives to integrate all forms of artistic expression in every aspect of her life. Throughout her professional executive career, Lydia's renaissance nature has influenced an eclectic and voracious approach to managing, learning, critical thinking, conflict resolution and problem solving. As a visual artist and illustrator, her creations bring a practical understanding of the creative process to her personal and professional pursuits.

Lydia minored in psychology at Brown University with the intention to pursue a career in art therapy. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Art from Brown , a master’s degree in Agency Counseling from Rhode Island College, and K-12 art education teaching certification from Rhode Island School of Design. She has received numerous honors and awards for her professional contributions and expertise and is an avid champion for emerging artists.