Elizabeth Criss

Meet Elizabeth Criss, a talented Los Angeles native with a B.A. in art from California State University, Northridge. Her creative vision takes you on a striking journey through the complexities and wonders of everyday life. On top of that, she does it while keeping Mother Nature in mind! Elizabeth's art is infused with a deep environmental concern for sustainability, and she works magic with repurposed materials. She strives to inspire viewers to consider their environmental impact, shedding light on the negative consequences of disposable conveniences for future generations.

Elizabeth's work truly shines with her passion for public art installations. Elizabeth has created awe-inspiring murals and dimensional installations for schools, special needs programs, and public libraries. She works to engage and inspire her viewers by transforming dreary spaces into vibrant wonderlands, igniting people’s imaginations and reminding us all of our boundless potential. Her artistic journey began when she enrolled her non-verbal daughter in a special needs school. The corridors were as dull as dishwater, and Elizabeth couldn't stand it. So, she dedicated a decade to infusing those hallways with innovative assemblage panoramas and vibrant colo...

1977~BA in ART, Cum Laude~CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, NORTHRIDGE

Selected California, USA Installations:
2023 MESSAGE IN A BOTTLE, Wildling Museum, Solvang
2018 FISHNADO, Therapeutic Living Centers for the Blind
2010 REMARKABLE POS-ABILITIES MURAL, Lokrantz School
2009 AMERICAN SPIRIT ARENA, Leichman High School
2006 THE GARDEN OF NOVEL FANFARE, Chinatown Branch Library
2004 FLOCK OF BOOKS, Valley Plaza Branch Library
2000 AMOEBAS IN ACTION, Burbank Water Reclamation Facility
1997 CRATED CULTURE, Shirley Avenue Elementary School