User:Msmilestobon

Monica "Smiles" Tobon, Mexican-American born May 8, 1982, raised in Los Angeles, California. Art historian, writer, art critic and events cordinator. Holds an A.A. Degree in Liberal Arts & Humantinies from Antelope Valley College. B.A. Degree in Art History/ Contemporary Art from California State University of Northridge. Her influence in writing and research has focused in the Graffiti art movement; assisting Graffiti art crews and artists write their own history and timelines. She has worked as an event coordinator and public relations during 2012-2013 for the Silver Battle graffiti events, which consisted of graffiti crews battling each other for the best writing skills. On November 1, 2014, she coordinated the Dia de los Vivos event in conjuction with the Belmont Artspace and the Bob Baker theater. Coordinating the live Graffiti Artists and vendors. Has worked along with Huskey Radio/Piece Magazine to document UTI Graffiti Crew's 27th. Anniversary Wall Production. Monica "Smiles Tobon works with upcoming women artists, helps with artists statements, grant proposals and event planning.