Region 1 Commissioner

Meet Your Commissioner 

How have the arts impacted you?

The arts have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. Drawing, painting, structures, performance, design, it all informs my views of the world, and the endless possibilities of creative expression.

How have you seen the arts impact Virginians?

I’ve seen the arts serve as conduit of understanding various political movements and historical moments over time.

What might someone be surprised to know about you?

Some may be surprised to know that I won speech competitions as a kid.

If you could be a world class artist, what would you be/do?

I would be a world class sculptor, or a violinist?

If you had to say what your superpower was, what might that be?

If I had to say, perhaps versatility is my superpower.

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Dr. Sylvio Lynch III is a cultural historian and visual artist based in Richmond, Virginia.

He has shown works throughout the east coast, creating from observations of the built environment, and the decadence of otherwise ordinary people, places, things, and forms. His creative influences also include midcentury American illustration, the historical legacy architectural drafting and hyperrealism.

His work in public history often features underrepresented figures, intersections with creative works, and other departures from traditional historical narratives.