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More Than Murals w/ Dominique Smack: Making Art Across Mediums

More Than Murals w/ Dominique Smack: Preserving Queer Art in Philadelphia, June 5, 2026. Photo by Andriana Ortiz.

Join us at W Philadelphia for happy hour and candid conversation with some of the city’s most exciting multi-hyphenate creatives. During this month’s installment of the dynamic speaking series, Dominique Smack will host artists who are breaking boundaries across visuals, music, and performance.

Meet the panelists:

  • HOST: Dominique Smack, digital content creator and strategist at Mural Arts Philadelphia
  • Imani Harris, founder and creative force behind PISHPOSH, a wearable art and lifestyle brand
  • Gianni Lee, multidisciplinary artist, designer, creative director, and cultural strategist, and founder of Gianni Lee Studio and Weaponize
  • Melasia Divine, event producer and founder of Almost Famous, a Philadelphia-based event platform

About Mural Than Murals

More Than Murals with Dominique Smack is a dynamic monthly speaking series presented by Mural Arts Philadelphia that brings the organization’s broader mission to life—demonstrating that Mural Arts is not only about public art, but also about social justice, restorative justice, art education, workforce development, and deep community impact throughout Philadelphia. Through candid conversations with community leaders, cultural changemakers, program participants, and local partners, the series spotlights individuals whose lives and neighborhoods have been shaped by Mural Arts while reinforcing the importance of sustained investment in the organization’s transformative work.

The series is hosted on the 7th floor of W Philadelphia, reimagining Philadelphia’s iconic First Fridays tradition through a vibrant blend of thought leadership, culture, and hospitality. Set across the hotel’s elevated social spaces, each event will feature curated conversations hosted by Dominique Smack, alongside happy hour, live DJs, artist showcases, and creative networking opportunities. Aligning with the Mayor’s Ring It On 2026 campaign, More Than Murals positions Center City as an active cultural destination while extending the legacy of First Fridays into a contemporary platform that merges public engagement, nightlife, and civic storytelling. Through strategic storytelling, collaborative marketing, and immersive live experiences, this series serves as both a cultural activation and an advocacy platform for the More Than Murals campaign.

Curated by Medina Oyefusi and Dominique Smack.

July 3, 2026
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Cost /
Free
Address /
W Philadelphia, 1439 Chestnut Street
Join Us /
RSVP
First Friday
Q&A
About the Speakers
Imani Harris
Imani Harris
Imani Harris is the founder and creative force behind PISHPOSH, a wearable art and lifestyle brand known for transforming everyday fashion into one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Since launching the brand in 2014, she has built a reputation for blending art, culture, and storytelling through her designs, collaborations, and community impact. Her work inspires others to see beauty, color, and possibility in everything around them.
Gianni Lee
Gianni Lee
Gianni Lee is a multidisciplinary artist, designer, creative director, and cultural strategist whose work explores the intersection of Afro-futurism, fashion, music, and contemporary culture. Through painting, sculpture, apparel, storytelling, and immersive experiences, he creates narratives that blend science fiction, spirituality, and social commentary. He is the founder of Gianni Lee Studio and Weaponize, and currently serves as the Art & Culture Consultant for New York City FC, helping shape cultural programming and creative initiatives that connect the club to diverse communities. His work has been exhibited internationally and developed in partnership with leading brands, sports organizations, and cultural institutions.
Melasia Divine
Melasia Divine
Melasia Divine is the founder and creative force behind Almost Famous, a Philadelphia-based platform dedicated to uplifting artists, designers, and creative entrepreneurs through immersive events, retail experiences, and community programming. Since launching the business in 2021, she has created opportunities for hundreds of emerging creatives to showcase their work, build meaningful connections, and grow sustainable businesses. Through Almost Famous, Melasia is committed to fostering collaboration, celebrating local talent, and creating spaces where creativity and community thrive.
HOST: Dominique Smack
HOST: Dominique Smack
More Than Murals is hosted and produced by Dominique Smack, Digital Content Creator and Strategist at Mural Arts Philadelphia. Dominique is a multidisciplinary creative and community builder who leads artist conversations with a storytelling-forward, accessible approach, creating engaging experiences across both live and digital formats.
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