NXT Art Foundation is a charitable division of NOW Art that positions transformative and progressive public art projects each year.
OUR MISSION
NXT Art is a non-profit organization that activates, inspires and advocates for public art. Our work expands creative expression, technology and discourse.
OUR VISION
NXT Art creates radical acts of urban transformation, cultural access, and artistic expression with each public art installation.
Goal 1: To produce an intercultural platform that expands community engagement, positioning public audiences throughout Los Angeles to participate in a unique urban experience that prioritizes inclusivity, authenticity, and cultural exchange.
Goal 2: To frame Los Angeles as a global leader by featuring cutting-edge interdisciplinary approaches for creative expression, providing a model for large-scale publicly accessible implementation, and to develop an interconnected path into neighborhoods and communities throughout the county.
Goal 3: To harness the creative power of art and the vision of artists in producing dynamic works that promote empathetic understanding, using research as a catalyst to share innovations, tell stories, and deepen our connection to one another and the world around us.
Goal 4: Develop a collaborative model anchored by technology and innovation to test new materials, research advancements, and developments in areas such as sustainability to creatively express and share leading research and discoveries.
OUR VALUES
ACCESS – NXT Art aspires to democratize artistic experiences by supporting (accessible) public spaces as exhibition sites for contemporary installations.
EXPERIENCE + EXPRESSION – NXT Art believes art defines us by creating a cultural legacy and shaping our collective identity. Artworks that advance dialogue and engage cultural exchange help to enrich our society and broaden our understanding of each other.
FUTURE + TECHNOLOGY –NXT Art embraces new methods of art making practices, experimentation and technological advancements to create interdisciplinary projects that expand opportunities for artistic expression and foster a more equitable and sustainable future.
INSPIRATION + UNIFICATION – NXT Art is dedicated to leading a renaissance for public art to serve all people, inspiring them to states of human connectedness
Additional Resources | Upcoming Events | Report 990 | Standing Rules | NXT Art Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charity. Your donation is tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. | FEIN: 81-2797287
Sound and light frequencies are the basic building blocks of life. In a moment where we need to engage in positive connection NXT Art Foundation brings a multi-disciplinary project that activates, harmonizes and synchronizes locations and communities throughout the diverse landscapes of Los Angeles. Coming August 2025...
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HEIDI CHANG
Heidi Chang works as a private art consultant and established Pyo Gallery LA in 2008 in the downtown sector of Los Angeles. Her gallery was distinctive in presenting contemporary emerging and mid-career artists with an emphasis on Asian and local California artists. Heidi provides a vital gateway to the art centers of China, Korea, and the United States through her international roster of artists.
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CARMEN ZELLA
Carmen Zella is an award winning public art curator and producer. She is the Owner/Principal of NOW Art, an established art agency in Los Angeles that designs, consults, manages, produces and installs for both civic and private clients. She co-founded the non-profit organization NXT Art Foundation with internationally acclaimed curator Heidi Chang.
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SANDY GOOCH
Sandy Gooch has been called the queen of retailing, pioneering creator of the natural food market, and original visionary for the natural products industry. As the founder of Mrs. Gooch’s Natural Foods Markets, she set out to provide the finest, most natural, wholesome food and health-care products available. Sandy’s influence spread far beyond the LA area, as the standards implemented in her markets set the bar for natural products throughout the U.S. and around the globe.
SCOTT TAYLOR
Scott Taylor is the Vice President of Sales at Hawke Media, bringing hardy leadership and guidance to the business development team, as well as seasoned sales and marketing chops. His previous roles have included telecommunications management, Founder and President of Move.com, Founder of TAOW Modern Marketing, CEO and Co-Founder of Green Endeavor Inc. and partner at Blue Skies Unlimited, a business accelerator and investment company.
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AMY YEAGER
Amy Yeager is the President of Yeager Consulting Group. Her extensive experience in Government Affairs has positioned her to consult for some of the top Fortune 100 companies and advocate for Los Angeles. Amy is an avid painter and artist and as such has a passion for public art and creativity.