2023
Projects
2023 launched with an exciting partnership with private equity firm, Domain Capital, for their inaugural Art Acquisition Program. We welcomed Women's History with a curatorial partnership with BET Her to design the original award sculpture for the return of the BET Her awards. We continue to expand our sweetgreen partnership nationally working in major markets such as D.C., Chicago and launch of a new market, Seattle.
Domain capital Art acquisition Program
TILA Studios sourced original artworks across various mediums and subject matter with a goal to amplify Domain’s robust portfolio and brand values. TILA Studios' curatorial direction was to select works that inspire Domain Capital's employees to dream, ascend to higher heights, and be in touch with their inner child in forms of play and nostalgiaThe Art Acquisition Program served as a platform to amplify artists and provide a platform to showcase new works outside of the traditional gallery model. Outcome 6 acquired works and distributed $15K to emerging Artist artists.
TILA x bet her awarDS
Sculptor, Designer and 2019 Garden Fellow, Ellex Swavoni was selected to design the official award for the BET Her Awards from scratch. We created a sculpture in the legacy of the BET Awards by translating the iconic shooting star to a figure that stands in HER power, embodying womanhood, elegance and the inherent beauty of blackness.
The 2023 award show took place on March 5 in Atlanta, GA with resounding success and 5 star-studded award recipients went home with their Swavoni original sculpture. The award recipients were: Marsai Martin, Mc Lyte, Sam Jay, Kym Whitley, Thasunda Brown Duckett, and Kandi Burruss.
TILA xSG ONe loudoun
Adrienne Gaither is a visual artist known for her abstract paintings that explore a variety of topics including race, familial ties, emotional health, and the politics of geometric abstraction. Her piece, Untitled 26 (The Harvest of Abundance) was created Sweetgreen One Loudoun!
Adrienne drew inspiration for the painting from the beauty of nature while capturing the feeling of abundance, joy, and vitality that comes from connecting with real food and nature.
She shared,“The geometric shapes and vibrant colors represent the joyful energy of the natural world, and remind us of the importance of taking care of our bodies and the environment.”
TILA x Sg naperville
Jade Williams is a multidisciplinary artist that does extensive research on a subject to hone in on visual interpretations for her artwork. Her piece, ‘Her Strength Lies in Her Roots’ debuted yesterday at Sweetgreen Naperville in Illinois!
Jade drew inspiration for the piece from the Sweetgreen formula and the etymology of the ingredients (such as quinoa, tomatoes and beets) that can be seen in the color choices.
She shared, “I wanted the piece to highlight the strength that comes from knowing your origins, and how that knowledge can be an aspect of wellness.”
TILA x EXCeLERATE HER AWARDS
PMM Agency founder Kim Blackwell selected TILA Studios to curate and create the 2023 Excelerate Her Awards. TILA Studios worked selected multidisciplinary artist, Alicia Renée Ball has designed the award for the 2023 Excelerate Her Awards (@excelerateher).
The sculpture is titled "Ring of Excellence, which illuminated -"Infinite, Limitless Potential, a Continuum of Dynamic Magnitude.
The awards honored powerful C-Suite women who illuminate grace while managing a high level of responsibility with dignity and care.
This year the award was presented to former Atlanta mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, former White House Political Director Minyon Moore, and sports commentator Maria Taylor.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Alona Cajuste, Artist
My first print has sold thanks to the amazing team at TILA Studios. Tiffany & Aisha, you ladies are absolutely phenomenal. I can't wait to work with you ladies again!
Becca Lester, Client
You always show up in the biggest ways. Grateful to have a partner like you who I get to grow with! Thrilled to be expanding the TILA partnership even bigger to new cities!
Yaa Kwayana, Artist
Thank you Tiffany for everything! You've helped to instill a level of confidence in me that I didn't know existed. I couldn't be more grateful for allow us to cross and merge paths!