In February 2026, NaAC artist Kathy M. Austin hosted the creative intensive, Cryptids on the Margins. Using cryptids as a connecting theme, Kathy took participants on a creative journey to explore performance, visual art, and writing. The work created through this intensive was exhibited at DIALOG Architectural Firm in April. This event was part of the Curatorial Practices Program, which invited 6 NaAC artists to learn about curating and curate an exhibition of their own! This program is graciously supported by