“Being seen is a revolutionary act—and this project proves we’re not alone in that feeling.” – The Tracy Piper

Voss Gallery is proud to present “SEEN: Volume 4,” the fourth and most dynamic iteration of The Tracy Piper’s acclaimed community portrait series. This year marks a major milestone: 200 individuals have now participated in this vibrant, collective exploration of what it means to be seen.

Featuring 50 new eye paintings created in Spring 2025, “SEEN: Volume 4” turns the gallery into a living installation—each canvas accompanied by a personal reflection from its subject. Together, these works form a radiant mosaic of vulnerability, identity, and community connection. Their stories are compiled in “SEEN: Volume 4,” the artist’s fifth publication, now available for pre-order.

Join us for the artist reception and book signing on Friday, May 30th from 5-8PM—a one-night-only celebration where you’ll view all 50 new works, meet the artist, and connect with many of the real-life individuals featured in the portraits. With the artwork, stories, and subjects all in the same space, this event brings the project’s powerful message to life: that being seen—truly seen—is something worth celebrating.

In the words of The Tracy Piper: “This project has become my way of turning rain into rainbows. It’s how I show up for others in the way I once wished someone would show up for me. Cheers to four years. Cheers to us.”

THE TRACY PIPER (b. Oakland, CA, 1987) is a contemporary painter, muralist, author, and art activist known for her bold, figurative acrylic paintings that challenge social constructs with vibrancy and emotion. Her work has been exhibited at SCOPE Miami Beach, SELECT Fair, and SCOPE New York, as well as internationally, and she is represented in California by Voss Gallery. A champion for inclusivity, Piper’s murals span both coasts, amplifying messages of empowerment and self-expression. She gained national recognition by winning GSNTV’s “Skin Wars: Fresh Paint” and has published multiple books, including Worthy and the SEEN series. Holding a BFA in Illustration from California College of the Arts, Piper continues to push boundaries in contemporary art, creating work that is both visually striking and socially impactful.