BIOGRAPHY

MEET THE ARTIST

Sophia Swoboda is a multidisciplinary artist based in New Orleans, Louisiana. Originally from Southern Pennsylvania, art has always been essential to Sophia’s identity and sense of purpose. In 2017, she moved to New Orleans to immerse herself in its dynamic creative atmosphere and refine her artistic voice. She graduated from the University of New Orleans in 2024 with a Bachelor of Art in Fine Arts, where her academic focus centered on printmaking.

Sophia’s practice has since expanded to include painting, collage, and photography, evolving into a richly layered exploration of form, texture, and storytelling. Her deep interest in human origins and the evolution of our species informs her work, driving her to explore the human condition through themes of connection, memory, and shared experience. She is especially drawn to how art can function as both a reflection of and a response to the complex forces that shape identity and community. Guided by a commitment to intentionality, Sophia sees her career as a movement from individual creative capability toward shaping collective memory—drawing inspiration from anthropologist Eric Wolf’s modes of power.

“Power shapes memory, and memory shapes us.”

– Eric Wolf

Sophia's love for New Orleans runs deep, and her work is driven by a desire to honor and contribute to the city’s creative spirit. Rather than simply reflect the culture around her, she aims to be an active participant in sustaining and expanding the vibrant artistic ecosystem that makes New Orleans unlike anywhere else. Her values, rooted in community, curiosity, and co-creation, continue to guide her evolving artistic journey.

Over the past decade, Sophia has collaborated with local artists, entrepreneurs, and small businesses to bring a wide range of visions to life. Most recently, she has focused on working with musicians, using a blend of traditional techniques and digital design to craft visuals and social media content that elevate their presence and narrative in today’s media landscape.

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