Meet Our
Wonderful Team
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Leanna Lunsford
Lead Mosaic Artist &
Community Engagement Director
Leanna oversees the technical execution of mosaic fabrication and community outreach. With roots in Northern California, Leanna ensures each project responds authentically to the site and community context.
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Luis Mojica
Artist and Fabrication Lead
Mojica handles metalwork, structural quality and installation logistics for large-scale public art projects.
With strong organizational skills and a sharp eye for detail, he ensures projects are delivered efficiently and on time.
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Joann Laoretti
Mosaic Artist
Joann has over two decades of experience, bringing a refined understanding of color, form, and texture. Her eye for detail ensures that every tile placement adds to the narrative, lending a dynamic, tactile quality to our mosaic surfaces.
Thais Gonzalez
Graphic Designer and Artist
Thais contributes conceptual development, digital design renderings, and visual storytelling elements. Her work bridges traditional craftsmanship with contemporary visual techniques.
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Maria Titova
Lead Artist and Executive Director
Maria brings over a decade of experience in public art, design, and civic engagement. Since joining the company in 2016, she has applied her background in art, design, and business administration to strengthen and expand the organization’s programs.
She oversees a wide range of community-based art initiatives, leading project visioning, research, and design integration, while also managing partnerships, contracting, and documentation. With a MA degree in Art History, Maria plays a key role in strategic planning, ensuring that the mission of using art to inspire creativity and connection is carried out with purpose and impact.
About the
Farallon Design Studio
For over two decades, we’ve been working with numerous communities around California and beyond to create extremely durable public art productions that reflect their unique heritage and identity. Our portfolio includes a diverse range of projects, from welcome and wayfinding signs to durable custom benches, intricate mosaic murals, and interactive sculptures that invite people to engage with their surroundings. Each project is tailored to the specific needs and context of its location, resulting in artworks that not only beautify the space, but also serve as catalysts for social connection and dialogue.
While Farallon Design Studio is the creative force behind numerous iconic public art installations, it also serves as the parent company to the Rainforest Art Project — our educational and community outreach arm. Together, we bring large-scale mosaics and sculptural works to life by blending professional design with hands-on participation. While Farallon Design leads the conceptual and artistic direction, the Rainforest Art Project engages students and communities through workshops that contribute to the final artworks. This synergy ensures each piece reflects both expert craftsmanship and meaningful local collaboration.
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Elena Cebo
Program Coordinator
Elena ensures smooth execution of all programs by overseeing project operations, coordinating workshops, and building strong relationships with schools and community partners.
Cristina
Salazar - Saucedo
Lead Mosaic Artist & Instructor
Cristina, with over a decade of experience, brings creative insight to projects while ensuring meaningful local engagement and long-term impact.
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Brenda Wade
Mosaic Artist and Instructor
Brenda is a talented mosaic artist whose creative work inspires communities. As an instructor, she brings exceptional teaching skills, fostering artistic growth and engagement in all her workshops.
Chloe Evers
Mosaic Artist and Sculptor
Chloe participates in two- and three-dimensional public art installations that combine metal, stained glass, and storytelling to craft meaningful and enduring works.
Dan Evers
Founder & CEO
Dan launched the initiative over 20 years ago, to work with underserved schools in San Diego, creating permanent artworks that fostered creativity and connection among students and their families.
Dan's vision expanded over the years to include partnerships with hospitals, schools, community organizations and municipalities, providing therapeutic and educational art experiences. His leadership has guided the company in transforming public spaces and inspiring community change through art.
