CFA Team Spotlight

Friends and Artists,

Organizations can’t do great work without a dedicated team. This summer, the CFA will be featuring a few of our team members to celebrate the works they are doing out in the community.

Originally from Boise, Idaho, Alicia Nilo began her early career as an instructor at a local community arts center. After earning a Bachelor in Arts at George Fox University, she continued working in arts administration and education at eight public elementary schools, two community centers, and a private arts school. She entered the nonprofit sector, serving as the Education Coordinator at the Chehalem Cultural Center in Newberg, Oregon, where she discovered her passion for designing and implementing programming initiatives and building community partnerships. 

After two years, Alicia and her husband moved to Vancouver where she continues her work in helping to build a thriving arts community. Alicia serves on the Board of Artstra, the Columbia Arts Network, the Culture, Arts & Heritage Commission, and is an active member of the Clark County Arts Commission. She also serves as an ambassador for Artist Trust representing the Southwest Washington region.

This June, Alicia’s mother-daughter mural team had the opportunity to enhance an underpass bridge adjacent to her childhood fishing spot at the Boise River greenbelt in Eagle, ID. Seasoned in the design, production, and long-term maintenance of public art, the team executed a design of water and trout to reflect the natural elements surrounding the site. Much like the rest of Nilo’s focus in her community work, the choice to feature a POC fly fisherwoman celebrates the strength and health in all people.

Thank you for helping us keep the arts accessible, thought-provoking, and vibrant. Together we can set the stage for a future where the arts are always growing and thriving for everyone. For more information about our mission, visit our website. Have a fantastic weekend!

Sincerely,
The CFA Team