Sofi Rami is a first-generation Colombian-American artist and explorer of the human experience. She especially works in the field of public art—large-scale murals and installations that are visible in everyday spaces, turning walls and streets into places of connection and imagination. In both her public projects and her private studio, Sofi uses acrylics and spray paint to create dynamic, abstract, and dreamlike landscapes. Her pieces weave together personal narratives, cultural heritage, and a strong foot in the natural world.
In this conversation, we talk about her history and inspiration as an artist. Sofi reflects on how the fine art world often feels inaccessible to the public and how public art can serve as a democratizing force. She shares her earliest influences, the emancipatory experience of painting live at events, and the ways she involves communities in her creative process. We also explore how her work engages with themes of mental health, cultural heritage, and the broader social responsibilities of artists.
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Music credits:
“Limit 70,” licensed by Kevin MacLeod
“Meditation” by Jules Massenet, from the Library of Congress Jukebox