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Say hello to Aja Delgado (@ajaprint), one of six artists in the 2026 WaterFire Accelerate Cohort.

Over the past year, Aja has grown alongside her fellow cohort members Pamela Fernández (@pamelaamfernandez), Leia Fifer (@chernobylstray), Yasmine Hassan (@ysmnhssn), Amelia Rozear (@arozear), and Rachel Turner (@rachelturner2), each pushing their practice in new directions as individuals and as a group, culminating in their exhibition “Lost & Found” at @waterfireartscenter.

Aja’s practice is a vibrant exploration of nostalgia, emotional vulnerability, and play. Working across printmaking, painting, collage, textiles, and clothing customization, she uses color and shape as emotional channels, approaching making as both a healing act and a playful one, and inviting viewers into a space where vulnerability is celebrated.

Are you an artist 30 or under ready to grow your practice? The next WaterFire Accelerate cohort begins in January, and applications are due October 25. Apply at the link in our bio!

#WaterFireAccelerate #LostAndFound #ArtistCohort #SupportLocalArtists #EmergingArtists CallForArtists

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Your girl was on TV this morning!

Big thanks to the @therhodeshow for having us, and thank you to @waterfireprov for the opportunity ❤️✨

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Here’s a little insight on my Peice titled “Changes”
I talk a little about the process and intention behind the work ❤️

Big thanks to @filmsbymjr for the fotage ✨

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pull up TODAY for the last chance to see our show "lost & found" at the @waterfireartscenter‼️

to close out the show, my cohort and i will be speaking about the work & our practices in a panel moderated by THEEEEE prof. chris roberts (@croberts_5). come right at 3pm to catch the full discussion ☁️

p.s. if you come and fill our one of these bingo cards (last slide) as you explore the show, you'll be entered into a raffle w some cute lil art gifts from me and the rest of the @waterfireaccelerate cohort

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“Changes”

36x48in, Oil on canvas.

When did we change?

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“Self Reflection”

An installation mixed media peice.

Cyanotype using photo negatives on 100% linen curtains, with fabric paint, painted within the images. In addition to this, I also incorporated five cynanotype prints, one of them (in the center) is a written component. The remaining prints contain machine sewn white thread over it.

Written Component:

My mom says that, as a kid, I was her easiest child. She described me as so chill, self sufficient, and responsible. Simple, easygoing. She said every morning, even as a toddler, I got myself up in the morning (no alarm), got myself dressed, prepared and ate my breakfast. Then I watched TV until it was time to go to school.
My mom also said I had a strong pain tolerance. When it came to things like getting shots or going to the dentist, there were no worries. My brother, on the other hand, was the one flipping out. I used to get strep throat a lot as a kid, which eventually resulted in me getting my tonsils out when I was five. My mom said that whole week, I never asked for medicine once. I sat down, watched TV, and ate ice cream. Even though the doctors said it is a painful recovery, I didn’t complain.
For a child who was once so easygoing and so strong…. When did that change? When did I become so difficult to deal with? When did I become so anxious and fearful of everything? When did I start to complain or get upset over any minor inconveniences? When did I start suppressing my emotions? When did I start biting my tongue? What changed me?
Then I remember when the shift happened. Little by little, it came in, and I was living in survival mode instead of being content. It became much harder to let things go and not worry. People that came in, and circumstances, took “my power” away from me. Took away my peace.
Now I’m learning through my relationship with myself instead of my relationships with other people. Who really am I? To my core, who is Aja? Before people, situations, or circumstances shifted how I see myself?

#artist #visualart #installation #mixedmediaartwork #explorepage✨

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Thank you to everyone who came out to the opening of Lost and Found last week!

If you missed it, that wasn’t your only chance to see the show. Here’s when the gallery is open for viewing:

Wednesday | 10 AM – 5 PM
Thursday | 10 AM – 9 PM
Friday | 10 AM – 5 PM
Saturday | 10 AM – 5 PM
Sunday | 10 AM – 5 PM

A few things happening at WFA while the show is up, if you want to pair your visit with one:

- Sat, Oct 3 & Sun, Oct 4 | @littlecitythrifty , 11 AM – 6 PM
- Saturday, Oct 10 | RISD Craft Show, 10 AM – 4 PM

More events may be added, so stay tuned .. but for now, come visit! 🖼️

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some fotos from the lost and found opening reception ✨🩵💙 thank you to everyone who came out and showed love to our pieces! thank you to all my friends and family who came and to those who couldn’t but still showed love and support! thank you to everyone who supported and helped me throughout the art making process. i havent really made work in years (esp paintings or textiles) so this show and the journey leading up to it has been very special to me. seeing how well received my works have been has filled my heart beyond capacity. im so grateful to be a part of such an amazing, kind and talented cohort. absolutely could not have done it without y’all.

deff choosing to be a dominicana artist in every lifetime. 🩵🩵🩵

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the nails / the inspo 🌫 tysm @soso_sets as always

anyways @waterfireaccelerate show opening on september 10th!!! mark your calendars it's gonna be a good one!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Lost in the Valley 🛂✨

The WaterFire Accelerate cohort presents Lost in the Valley! Join us Thursday, August 27th from 6–9 PM for an immersive night featuring DJ @ylsanita , refreshments from @hibarlobar , live activations, and hands on art making. Come get lost, and find your way!

📍 WaterFire Arts Center
475 Valley St, Providence, RI
🗓️ August 27, 2026
⏰ 6–9 PM

#WaterFireAccelerate #LostInTheValley #ProvidenceRI #ProvidenceArts #RhodeIslandArts

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martini me🍸

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First time getting your makeup done professionally?

No panic. No second-guessing. No cakey makeup.

Choosing a makeup artist who is three steps ahead and knows how to ask the right questions makes all the difference in your experience.

That reaction at the end? That’s my goal every time.

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#bridalmakeup #bride #bridetobride

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