Our Team

SUSAN O’SHEA - GRANTS ADMINISTRATION OFFICER

susan@dotart.org

Originally from Dorchester, Susan is a mother of three and an advocate for the neighborhood. She is the steady hand behind Dot Art who helps keep a crew of artists on track and in the black

KRISTEN NICHOLS - SENIOR ADVISOR, CURRICULUM & PROGRAMMING

kristen@dotart.org

Kristen is an educator who has lived in Dorchester for over 20 years. She teaches middle school Math and Science in the Fields Corner neighborhood. Before shifting careers to teaching, Kristen worked as a visual, web, and user experience designer for over 20 years. She ran her own design business working with local clients in a variety of industries. Kristen received her BA in Art History from the University of Vermont, and her EdM from the Harvard Graduate School of Education, where much of her research focused on the value of the arts and creative thinking in childhood development. She is also a proud Dot Art parent. 

THOMAS COON - TEACHING ARTIST

programs@dotart.org

Thomas Coon works in multi dimensional art including installations, mix mediums, acrylic, and oils, to name a few.  His approach to his craft is to give the viewers a different perspective on seeing images and every day objects the viewer casually observe. For more information, visit:https://www.thomascoon.ne

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& CPR/FIRST AID TRAINING CERTIFICATION