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View Related Episode: Painter Lucinda Parker, Deb Cleveland, Adriene Cruz

Adriene Cruz attributes her love of color and vibrant patterns to her African American roots. She grew up in Harlem, but began sewing and making quilts in Portland. She loves the brilliant colors and patterns of African fabrics. Here in Portland, her public art works -- murals, banners and billboards -- are getting rave reviews.

First Broadcast: 2001
Producer: Eric Cane

Appeared in episodes: Terry Robb, Artichoke Music, Adriene Cruz, Ruth Armitage, Adriene Cruz, Alaskan Native artist Phillip Charette, Painter Lucinda Parker, Deb Cleveland, Adriene Cruz


www.adrienecruz.com
Adriene Cruz in Smithsonian Magazine
Art at N Killingsworth St Station (Trimet)
Funding provided by:
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Additional Support Provided By:
U.S. Bank
The Jackson Foundation
The Roundhouse Foundation
Fran and John von Schlegell
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