Public art and what it stands for are part of what makes up our identity as human beings. Ever since we have been on this earth we have used some form of art, from paintings, to a simple carving to use for display or have evidence that we have existed for as long as we have. Simply put, without art we would never have anything that people can remember us by for years to come. This is the importance of public art as it can shape an artist and where he or she’s from legacy because after they are long gone, that’s one of the things that people in the future will remember you by. This is why I like seeing alot of local art myself, not just in my hometown, but also if I visit another place as well. As far as the type of art I enjoy pretty much everything, from sculptures and paintings, to even tattoos or hand drawings. Anything that gives you the ability to express yourself, and it looks really unique can always make me happy. A local artist that I like here in naples is an artist who goes by Summadaze. Her work is so distinctive and admirable, she is known for hand drawn, painted, digital, and mixed media. She’s not afraid to try out new things which is why alot of her art has a stark contrast as far as subject matter and the type of art. Most of her work I love but I have two that are my absolute favorites. One of them is the Forbidden fruit. 
this painting speaks to me in so many different ways but Part of what makes it so special to me is the elite shading of the different fruits. I also enjoy the way she plays with realism and stylistic with the fruits being realistic and the lady being stylistic. The other work that I love is her word heart
this is a testament to her not being afraid to try new things it shows here with this unique piece of work. Overall all her work is amazing and she definitely is my favorite here in naples, she plays a big part into why I will always see artist as magicians.
Citations:summadazeart.com/Forbidden fruit
Summadazeart.com/word heart
