i am sassa

I am Sassa.

I’m an Appalachian artist from West Virginia, working primarily in Huntington. I have a background in sculpture and painting, and focus my studio work on oil painting with a particular interest in portraiture. I love working with my community through workshops and community art, and enjoy incorporating community-created pieces into my public works. 

I am working to help change the Appalachian narrative, especially regarding queer and trans Appalachians. We have always been here. We are coal miners, veterans, farmers, artists, and change makers. We are as important to this place as this place is to us. 

Feel free to connect with questions, and thanks for visiting!

❤️ Sassa (he/him)