The Galleria.Art

Public Artist

Carolyn Elaine

Chicago-based public artist creating permanent artworks that celebrate culture, community, and place.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Public Gallery

A curated presentation of permanent public artworks, mosaic environments, and community-centered installations.

Carolyn Elaine Portfolio

Whispers of Ancestral Wisdom

2025 - St. Elizabeth, Jamaica

Created through community engagement and cultural research to honor the heritage of St. Elizabeth, Jamaica.

Carolyn Elaine Portfolio

Whispers of Ancestral Wisdom, detail

2025 - St. Elizabeth, Jamaica

Detail view of the central elder portrait.

Carolyn Elaine Portfolio

The Tears of Our Ancestors Irrigate Our Destiny

2023 - Laurel, Mississippi

A community-engaged mosaic honoring civil rights history, resilience, civic participation, and hope.

Carolyn Elaine Portfolio

We Carry the Light

2018 - Chicago, Illinois

A permanent installation celebrating the people, history, and cultural legacy of Bronzeville.

Carolyn Elaine Portfolio

Creating Our Own Narrative

2021 - Chicago, Illinois

An exterior mosaic celebrating creativity, education, and the limitless potential of young people.

Carolyn Elaine Portfolio

BJ's Mom

2025 - Chicago, Illinois

Created for a sensory learning environment, this mosaic celebrates storytelling, imagination, and discovery.

Carolyn Elaine Portfolio

Brookfield Zoo Chicago

2013 - Brookfield, Illinois

Two of six permanent mosaic environments created for Brookfield Zoo Chicago.

Carolyn Elaine Portfolio

Brookfield Zoo Chicago, second view

2013 - Brookfield, Illinois

Additional view from the Brookfield Zoo Chicago mosaic environments.

Carolyn Elaine Portfolio

Where Two or Three Are Gathered

2021 - South Holland, Illinois

A stained-glass mosaic installation reflecting themes of faith, unity, and community.

Carolyn Elaine Portfolio

Where Two or Three Are Gathered, detail

2021 - South Holland, Illinois

Detail view of the sanctuary mosaic.

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