Building Bridges is a UMass public art and engagement initiative that draws on the power of solidarity and creative expression to bring people together and create a bridge across difference. Our initiative focuses on the very real and positive possibilities that exist when people come together across race, religion, class, immigration status, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, nationality, and more.
Our 2021 Building Bridges Virtual Showcase launches on July 20th and will be ongoing through July 29th. This year’s Showcase features creative work and projects by over 70 UMass Amherst staff members.
This session features Andrew Serra from Auxiliary Enterprises and his jewelry making. Andrew says, "Over the last decade my work has ebb and flowed with organic inspiration taking the lead, developing at its own pace...Each piece is finished without the use of soldering making this a great craft to remove the artist from the traditional studio setting."