Abi Mustapha is a Sierra Leonean/American Contemporary Artist and a dedicated  community builder. She earned a bachelors in Political Science with a focus on  Sustainability from Indiana University before embarking on a career in sustainable  agriculture and permaculture. In 2013, she made the decision to relocate  from Indiana to the Bay Area to pursue her passion for art. Her artistic journey has led  to exhibitions in galleries and museums across the Midwest and Bay Area, including  notable venues such as the Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History, Garret Museum of  Art, The Richmond Art Center, and Joyce Gordon Gallery. In 2021 she was the Artist  in Residence for the Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History. 

Beyond her artistry, Abi actively engages with the Santa Cruz community. She has  played a pivotal role in founding and participating in racial justice initiatives in Santa  Cruz over the past several years. Her creative expression is deeply rooted in the  themes of human connection and nature, and her artistic repertoire encompasses  murals, illustration, digital art, and portraiture.

 Outside of the studio she enjoys camping, traveling, and snuggling up with a book when she can.