ABOUT US
GRANTS AND AWARDS
2024
Creative Placemaking,
Indianapolis Neighborhood Resource Center
2022
Power Plant Grant, Big Car Collaborative & The Andy Warhol Foundation
Creative Placemaking,
Indianapolis Neighborhood Resource Center
2021
Cultural Connections, Indy Keeps Creating
2019
Kirk and Alice McKinney Art Scholarship, Herron School of Art + Design (Rafael)
On-Ramp Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator, Indiana Arts Commission (Erica)
Efroymson Family Fund in support of the Chromatic Graffiti Jam
From 2020 to 2023, the artist duo opened "Chromatic Collective", an independent art space in Indianapolis dedicated to showcasing emerging and regional artists. The gallery served as a creative hub for exhibitions, community events, and collaborative projects.
ERICA PARKER
Herron School of Art + Design
BFA in Integrative Studio Practices 2016
RAFAEL CARO
Ivy Tech
Assoc. of Graphic Design
2015
Herron School of Art and Design
BFA in Drawing and Illustration
Minor in Art History
2020
Herron School of Art and Design
Masters of Drawing and Painting
Expected May 2027
Rafael Caro and Erica Parker each bring over a decade of mural and public art experience.
They are known for their vibrant color and captivating illustrative style -- and are equally recognized for their genuine collaboration and engaging on-site presence throughout every project.
