Cayden Colorado

Teaching Artist Assistant-in-Training

Cayden Colorado is a 19-year-old multidisciplinary artist from Sparks, Nevada, who now calls New York City home. His work explores identity, resilience, and human connection, drawing inspiration from his personal experiences and the communities around him. Working primarily in pen, Cayden enjoys creating detailed pieces that tell meaningful stories.

Since joining Creative Art Works, Cayden has grown from a youth apprentice to a teaching artist assistant-in-training, where he helps mentor young artists while continuing to develop his own artistic voice. Looking ahead, he plans to pursue a degree in fine arts while continuing to develop his artistic practice. His goal is to create meaningful work that is recognized by his community and beyond, leaving a lasting impact through creativity, connection, and storytelling.