Whoever you are, know this: you are invited.

You’d be most welcome to the house concerts that I’ve been hosting in West Philadelphia for over a decade.

Or you could join for a segment of the perimeter walk, stop by for Open Studio Tours, participate in a community portrait session, or help shape one of my next projects.

What do house concerts and something like How Philly Moves have in common? Both are about creating safe, inclusive, celebratory spaces where all are welcome.

If these kind of things sounds like something you’d be interested in being a part of, the best way to get invites is to sign up for my mailing list.

House Concerts

For over a decade, I’ve been hosting a music series in my home in West Philadelphia.

Performers have included a 6-piece country band, a tango quintet, a Balkan a-cappella quartet, a harpist-songwriter, a hip-hop poetry set and more…

“There’s nothing else quite like what he has set up [anywhere in the country] – For him to curate these events and have all of these people trust him, and then you play for all of these really attentive people who love music, it’s a real gift.”

– David Wax Museum

Walk Around Philadelphia

I invite folks to join me in discovering the city by exploring its edges though Walk Around Philadelphia.

Currently, the walk happens twice a year in Feb & Sept + whenever someone hires me for a retreat.

I also invite you to join me in working to make those unique spaces and experiences more accessible to all.

Open Studios

I generally participate in Philadelphia Open Studio Tours every fall, when you can come visit my space at The Cedar Works alongside those of other artists.

The Cedar Works also hosts a winter craft fair, and I sometimes host other open studios just for my community. Come visit sometime!

Community Portrait Days

Every once in a while, I host special community portrait days at my studio space.

These are pay-what-you-wish events that are great for folks who need a quick headshot or family portrait.

Remember: Everyone is Photogenic.

Workshops & Talks

I love sharing my work with others through workshops and talks. These events always give me a chance to learn new things too!

Many of the workshops & presentations that I give are invite-only for specific audiences, but sometimes they’re open to the public, and when they are I’ll let you know!

Screenings & Exhibitions

Most likely, there won’t just be art on the wall. There’ll probably also be a giant pot of lentil soup on the stove, and some hot cider too!

I host screening events to share recent project work, and of course you’re invited to reception events whenever I have work exhibited.

Community Input Sessions

The Image of Yoga began with a discussion forum to help shape the project and inform how a corporate sponsorship could best serve the community. Paths of Understanding began with a community reflection that you can still participate in.

There’ll be more opportunities to help develop my work, and I’d appreciate your input.

Participatory Projects

Many of the projects that I’m involved with have opportunities for your direct participation. That might mean being photographed, telling a story, meeting some neighbors, or sharing some new experience.

Most of my work wouldn’t exist without all of the beautiful people who’ve participated in it. Maybe you’ll be part of one of my next projects?

Special Shindig

This annual festive event is an opportunity for me to gather my community & celebrate some of the work that we’ve done while sharing food & drink & music.

It generally happens in February/March, and I’d love to see you there!

Block Parties

For West Philly neighbors, or those of you who want to come visit, you’re always welcome to join us for a block party. Keep an eye out for flyers!

(The city lets you close off the street for neighborly gatherings 5 times a year. If your block isn’t yet taking advantage of this, I invite you to reach out to your neighbors and start making it happen.)

If you’re a near neighbor, there’s a separate google group for more neighborhood-focused news and invites.

Sign up for updates

Upcoming Events

  • 12th annual Sojourner Truth Walk in West Philly! [Available]
    on May 3rd 2025 at 10:00 am
    This Saturday 5/3 is the annual Sojourner Truth Walk, a joyous procession in the streets of West Philly to raise money for Camp Sojourner, a girls' leadership camp that creates really special experiences for Philly girls. Join us!

  • Love Your Park with WeWalkPHL @ Heinz Wildlife Refuge [Available]
    on May 11th 2025 at 2:00 pm
    Walk with neighbors on the city’s edge for Love Your Park Week! WeWalkPHL is a free walking group that meets several times per week at various public parks across the city. Join the Heinz Wildlife Refuge group on Sundays at 2:00 p.m.

  • Love Your Park with WeWalkPHL @ Venice Island Recreation Center [Available]
    on May 11th 2025 at 2:00 pm
    Walk with neighbors on the city’s edge for Love Your Park Week! WeWalkPHL is a free walking group that meets several times per week at various public parks across the city. Join the Venice Island Recreation Center group on Sunday at 2:00pm.

  • Love Your Park with WeWalkPHL @ Tacony Creek Park [Available]
    on May 12th 2025 at 8:30 am
    Walk with neighbors on the city’s edge for Love Your Park Week! WeWalkPHL is a free walking group that meets several times per week at various public parks across the city. Join the Tacony Creek Park group on Mondays at 8:30am.

  • Love Your Park with WeWalkPHL @ Wissahickon Forbidden Drive [Available]
    on May 12th 2025 at 11:00 am
    Walk with neighbors on the city’s edge for Love Your Park Week! WeWalkPHL is a free walking group that meets several times per week at various public parks across the city. Join the Wissahickon Forbidden Drive group on Mondays at 11:00am.

  • Love Your Park with WeWalkPHL @ Cobbs Creek Park at 61st [Available]
    on May 12th 2025 at 5:00 pm
    Walk with neighbors on the city’s edge for Love Your Park Week! WeWalkPHL is a free walking group that meets several times per week at various public parks across the city. Join the Cobbs Creek Park at 61st group on Mondays at 5:00pm.

  • Love Your Park with WeWalkPHL @ FDR Park [Available]
    on May 13th 2025 at 8:30 am
    Walk with neighbors on the city’s edge for Love Your Park Week! WeWalkPHL is a free walking group that meets several times per week at various public parks across the city. Join the FDR group on Tuesdays & Saturdays at 8:30 am.

  • Love Your Park with WeWalkPHL @ Pennypack on the Delaware [Available]
    on May 13th 2025 at 11:00 am
    Walk with neighbors on the city’s edge for Love Your Park Week! WeWalkPHL is a free walking group that meets several times per week at various public parks across the city. Join the Pennypack on the Delaware group on Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m. and Thursdays at 5:00 p.m.

  • Love Your Park with WeWalkPHL @ West Oak Lane Senior Center [Available]
    on May 14th 2025 at 11:00 am
    Walk with neighbors on the city’s edge for Love Your Park Week! WeWalkPHL is a free walking group that meets several times per week at various public parks across the city. Join the West Oak Lane Senior Center group on Wednesdays at 11:00am.

  • Love Your Park with WeWalkPHL @ Cobbs Creek Park at Thomas Ave [Available]
    on May 14th 2025 at 5:30 pm
    Walk with neighbors on the city’s edge for Love Your Park Week! WeWalkPHL is a free walking group that meets several times per week at various public parks across the city. Join the Cobbs Creek Park at Thomas Ave group on Wednesdays at 5:30pm.

  • Love Your Park with WeWalkPHL @ Eastwick Regional Playground [Available]
    on May 15th 2025 at 10:30 am
    Walk with neighbors on the city’s edge for Love Your Park Week! WeWalkPHL is a free walking group that meets several times per week at various public parks across the city. Join the Eastwick Regional Playground group on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.

  • Love Your Park with WeWalkPHL @ Pennypack on the Delaware [Available]
    on May 15th 2025 at 5:00 pm
    Walk with neighbors on the city’s edge for Love Your Park Week! WeWalkPHL is a free walking group that meets several times per week at various public parks across the city. Join the Pennypack on the Delaware group on Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m. and Thursdays at 5:00 p.m.

  • Sweet Spring Ice Cream Walk [Available]
    on May 15th 2025 at 5:30 pm
    It’s ice cream season! Join us with our pals from WeWalkPHL for an ice cream walk on the city’s edge on Thursday, May 15 as we celebrate Love Your Park Week.

  • Love Your Park with WeWalkPHL @ Junod Rec Center [Available]
    on May 15th 2025 at 5:30 pm
    Walk with neighbors on the city’s edge for Love Your Park Week! WeWalkPHL is a free walking group that meets several times per week at various public parks across the city. Join the Junod Rec Center group on Thursdays at 5:30pm.

  • Love Your Park with WeWalkPHL @ Cobbs Creek Environmental Center [Available]
    on May 16th 2025 at 8:30 am
    Walk with neighbors on the city’s edge for Love Your Park Week! WeWalkPHL is a free walking group that meets several times per week at various public parks across the city. Join the Cobbs Creek Environmental Center group on Fridays at 8:30 a.m.

  • Love Your Park with WeWalkPHL @ FDR Park [Available]
    on May 17th 2025 at 8:30 am
    Walk with neighbors on the city’s edge for Love Your Park Week! WeWalkPHL is a free walking group that meets several times per week at various public parks across the city. Join the FDR group on Tuesdays & Saturdays at 8:30 am.

  • Wellness Fair @ The Rotunda [Available]
    on May 21st 2025 at 5:00 pm
    Join us on Wednesday, May 21st, to meet practitioners in mental health, movement, massage, nutrition, and overall well being. Get a free consultation, take a pop-up class, and take home tangible tools for self-care.

  • Virtual info session / open house [Available]
    on Jun 17th 2025 at 5:30 pm
    Join us via Zoom for a chance to connect to the city's edge from the comfort of your own home. This is an opportunity to connect to Walk Around Philadelphia, learn about Philly's border & get all of your questions about the Walk answered.

Exhibitions & Installations

  • How Philly Moves – mural at PHL
    from 13th Jun 2022 to 31st Dec 2025
    Check out the largest mural in Philadelphia (named one of the country's best public art projects by Americans for the Arts)

  • Walk Around Philadelphia: DIY on your own anytime
    from 1st Jun 2023 to 1st Jun 2030
    Excited about the walk and want to go out and do a segment on your own? Register here to get support materials and plug in to the larger community of perimeter walkers.

  • Edge Event: Sound Bath @ RAIR
    from 25th May 2025 to 25th May 2025
    Join RAIR for a series of morning and evening Sound Ceremonies featuring gongs created from reclaimed metals created by fellowship artist Guadalupe Maravilla.