ABOUT

Cher Musico (she/they) is a queer, autistic Filipinx-American interdisciplinary artist whose work explores dimensions of home, related to identity, domestic labor, and community. Their work intertwines the warmth of nostalgia and culture as a personal homage and exploration of memory. Their art reflects a deep engagement with both her Filipinx-American heritage and her queer identity, offering a rich tapestry of personal and cultural reflection.

They creates art that is both introspective and communal, inviting viewers to engage with the nuanced aspects of home as a way to foster a deeper understanding of the narratives that shape our lives. They embody an exploration of belonging and self, creating spaces where identity and community can be both questioned and celebrated. Their work is multifaceted comtemplations of the ways in which we navigate and embrace our complex, intersecting selves.

Currently, she’s the Technical Director and Operations Manager at Texas Woman’s University’s Division of Visual Arts. As a writer and performer, she previously spent some time competing in spoken word poetry slams. In addition, she helped co-found Mustache Envy Drag and Queerlesque, an entertainment troupe, and currently serving as the executive producer. She received her AAA in Visual Communication, BFA in Advertising Design from the Art Institute of Dallas ,and her MFA in Studio Art from Texas Woman’s University. 

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