Artist C.V.
EDUCATION
2021-2025
GED,
Duke Ellington School of the Arts
Received intensive pre-professional training in fine arts alongside academic studies. Exhibited work in multiple city-wide exhibitions, received awards including Best in Show and multiple first-place recognitions.
2025 - Present
BFA Studio Art
New York University
Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art. Attending under the Steinhardt Scholarship for artistic excellence & academic merit.
EXHIBITIONS & PUBLICATIONS
2025
Everything is Everything: Transformer Gallery
2025
The Georgetowner
Transformer’s 21st Annual Benefit Art Auction & Gala: Inspired by themes of interconnection & inclusivity - Transformer’s Everything is Everything Benefit Art Auction & Gala will present over 140+ artworks in a public exhibition throughout the LINE DC’s gorgeous property in the heart of Adams Morgan, DC.
The Georgetowner. “Black Excellence: Past, Present, and Future in D.C. and Georgetown.” February 12, 2025. “Another senior involved in bringing “I Can Fly” to life was Ana Gonzalez-Galvan. A visual artist talented far beyond her years, Gonzalez-Galvan displayed a myriad of her paintings in the exhibition, each of which possesses a level of technical detail and emotional depth sure to take your breath away. "
2025
Jornada de Artistas
Mexican Secretary of Foreign Affairs
Mexico City, Mexico
Selected by the Mexican Secretary of Foreign Affairs to join an initiative for Artists abroad for discussions of Art and Culture. Grant fully covered round-trip airfare from Washington, D.C. to Mexico City, as well as all meals and additional travel expenses.
2024
SMC Center
University of Maryland, Baltimore
Selected as one of two students from Ellington to exhibit artwork at the SMH Center, University of Maryland.
2024
TheYard DC
Washington, District of Columbia
Participated in a group exhibition showcasing work by Duke Ellington School of the Arts students in a professional creative workspace.
2023
Work Published by
Student Diplomacy Corps
Work Distributed by Student Diplomacy Corps - Created and exhibited artwork during a cultural program in Spain. Selected pieces were chosen for print and distributed as postcards to the organization’s donors.
2023
Museo Sefardi
Toledo, Spain
After showcasing work during the Student Diplomacy Corps program, Artwork displayed at the Museo Sefardí in Toledo, Spain.
2022
Reagan National Airport - Youth Art Walk
One of the Winners of Reagan National Airport Art Youth Walk, Artwork exhibited in the Airport.
2021
TheTwelve - Washington DC
I See the Future, young DC artists were asked to submit works that capture the future they want to see and imagine their own.
AWARDS, SCHOLARSHIPS & GRANTS
2025
YoungArts Winner
Recognized by the National YoungArts Foundation—a prestigious national competition that identifies and nurtures exceptional young artists—for outstanding artistic achievement.
2025
Scholastic Art & Writing Competition
National Winner for multiple works
2024-2025
1st Place Winner
Psi Phi Fraternity Talent Hunt DC
First Visual Arts winner in history of the DC Chapter Psi Phi Fraternity Talent Hunt. Winning first place in both 2024 and 2025.
2024
Know Your Power Civic Engagement Winner,
DC Public Library
Awarded first place in the Know Your Power Civic Engagement Art Competition, a citywide contest open to all schools across D.C., this competition was organized by the DC Public Library. Recognized for the depth of meaning and impact behind the work.
2024
Full Scholarship
SADI Moore Summer Institute
Awarded a full scholarship to attend SADI Moore’s four-week Summer Art Institute. The opportunity was made possible through the Winston Scholarship, which covered the application fee.
2024
Best in Show, Visual Arts Exhibition
Duke Ellington Gallery
Won Best in Show at the annual Visual Arts Exhibition, where all visual arts students showcased their work. Recognized for outstanding artistic achievement.
2024
Winston Art Scholarship
Awarded the Winston Arts Scholarship in 2024, which covered the application fee for attending Sadie Moore’s Summer Art Institute, enabling further artistic development and exploration.
2023
Scholarship
Student Diplomacy Corps
Chosen for the highly competitive Student Diplomacy Corps program in 2023, recognizing academic achievements and extracurricular involvement. Awarded a scholarship to study in Spain, providing an opportunity for cultural and artistic exploration while earning college credits.