Images above: Paula Crown, Jokester (Woody), 2018-2025; Jokester (Wood), 2025; and ENtitleist (alabaster), 2017. Courtesy of the artist and Paula Crown Atelier; Cristina Mittermeier, Bloom Keeper, Suri People, Omo Valley, Ethiopia, 2023; Golden Hour, Kanyakumari, India, 2018; and Wild Flowers in My Hair, Omo Valley, Ethiopia, 2023. Courtesy of the artist and Hilton Contemporary.
Join renowned artists Paula Crown and Cristina Mittermeier for a powerful conversation exploring how art intersects with activism, community, and global awareness. In this thought-provoking panel, they will share personal stories and insights on how their creative practices have sparked dialogue and inspired action—from environmental advocacy to reshaping social narratives. Discover how art can be a transformative force for meaningful change in today’s world.
Paula Crown is an internationally renowned artist with a practice encompassing drawing, painting, video, and sculpture. Crown rigorously incorporates cutting-edge technology, social activism, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability in her studio practice. In addition to her role as an artist, Crown has played a pivotal role in shaping Aspen’s art evolution.
Cristina Mittermeier’s photography is rooted in beauty and purpose. Her work not only captures the fragile wonder of our planet, it galvanizes action—shaping global conversations, influencing policy, and driving real-world change. In this Intersect Aspen Educational Series, we’ll delve into how her images do more than inform—they inspire both transformation and awe.
Moderated by Peter Waanders, President and CEO, Anderson Ranch Arts Center.
This discussion is part of the Intersect Educational Series at Intersect Aspen Art + Design 2025.
Open to all Intersect Aspen ticket holders. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP, as seating is limited.