Chanelle René is an award-winning painter and mural artist based in Southern New Jersey. Her figurative work explores female identity through Black culture, self-essence, and (re)claiming spaces.
Notably, her Grant Street Beach series celebrates Cape May’s historic Black beach. A self-taught artist, René’s work has exhibited nationally and internationally.
Explore the ongoing and upcoming activities planned at locations under consideration for the installation of Memorials/Monuments honoring Migration and Labor. Stay connected and be part of the journey as we celebrate the stories, struggles, and contributions of migrant workers through community events, public art, and meaningful dialogues.
NJ Monuments To Migration And Labor is a three-year initiative honoring immigrants’ contributions to the state. Through public events, and monument installations, it celebrates their resilience, hard work, and cultural impact, blending art, history, and storytelling to inspire reflection and appreciation.
