SaveArtSpace is proud to present We Are Here, a public art exhibition on billboard ad space in New York, NY, opening May 29, 2026, curated by Camila Rosa.

We Are Here is about presence and what it means to exist in shared space. The images around us shape who gets to be seen, who feels they belong, and whose stories are given space to exist. This open call welcomed artists whose work comes from lived experience and claims visibility on its own terms, shaped by identity, movement, change, and resilience. It is an invitation to those who have had to insist on their right to be seen, whether as women, immigrants, queer communities, or anyone whose presence has been questioned, minimized, or made invisible. Saying “we are here” is both simple and political. It affirms existence, persistence, and the shared act of taking up space together.

Opening May 29, 2026, SaveArtSpace will launch a public art installation for the selected artwork on billboard ad space in New York, NY. The public art will be on view for at least four weeks. Billboard location announced on May 11, 2026

Selected Artist

Location: Steinway St & 23rd Rd, Queens, NY

Valeria Araya is a Chilean illustrator and visual artist whose work explores women and women’s political movements across her country and continent, as well as emotional states, narrative, and the inner world. Her style is characterized by a blend of digital and analog techniques, strong textures, and hyper-saturated colors.

Connect with Valeria at @onreivni.

Curator

Camila Rosa (b. 1988) is a Brazilian illustrator and artist based in Brooklyn, NY. Known for her vibrant and dynamic work, she explores themes of feminism, social justice, and diversity, with a strong focus on representing Latin women through an alternative perspective. Through bright colors, striking compositions, and empowering narratives, her art challenges stereotypes and advocates for inclusivity and equality.

Her work extends across advertising, editorial, fashion, beauty, and graphic design, with collaborations that reflect her values. Whether through murals, digital illustrations, or gallery exhibitions, she uses art as a tool for change and representation. Her work has been featured by brands and publications such as Apple, Adidas, Old Navy, Nike, The New York Times, Vans, and more.

Connect with Camila at @camixvx.

SaveArtSpace

Founded in 2015, SaveArtSpace is a non-profit organization that works to create an urban gallery experience, launching exhibitions that address intersectional themes and foster a message of social change that benefits the working class. By placing culture over commercialism, SaveArtSpace aims to empower artists from all walks of life and inspire a new generation of young creatives and activists.