Project Description

Michael Massenburg depicts snapshots of daily life in the neighborhoods surrounding the station area. Drawing on the rich history of Dorsey High School and the surrounding community, the art panels illustrate the many people who have contributed to the area’s growth and cultural life.

Artist Statement

“My intention is for the work to honor and highlight this community as a vital part of greater Los Angeles.”

About the Artist

Portrait of Michael Massenburg

MICHAEL MASSENBURG has completed public art projects for California State University, Dominguez Hills, ESPN Zone – Disney (Baltimore and Anaheim), Sickle Cell Disease Association of America (Washington D.C.), Central Avenue Jazz Festival (Los Angeles), Dana Point Jazz Festival (Dana Point) and Los Angeles Southwest College. His work is in the permanent collections of the Museum Boribana (Dakar, Senegal), Art Kumba (Tamabacounda, Senegal), Watts Labor and Action Committee (Los Angeles) and the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs. Michael has received grants from the California Arts Council, California Community Foundation, and the George Sugarman Foundation.