Our Story
Founded in 2014 as a social enterprise of The Kennedy Collective, the Maggie Daly Arts Cooperative has a rich history of fostering artistic expression and empowerment for individuals with disabilities.
John Mitchell III
Transforming memories of places he’s visited into large-scale, detailed works that capture architectural beauty with remarkable accuracy and depth, John Mitchell III uniquely blends creativity and engineering, offering viewers a window into his extraordinary mind.
At the Maggie Daly Arts Cooperative (MDAC), John Mitchell III stands out as a gifted artist with an extraordinary talent for recreating places he’s visited—entirely from memory. His large-scale, detailed works capture the essence and scale of these locations with striking accuracy, blending creativity with an engineer’s precision.
“I’m an artist,” John says simply. “You know why I’m an architect? Because I build stuff. I like drawing pictures, big pictures.”
John’s journey into art was shaped by time spent with his father, an engineer, in their family workshop. As Jessica Solomon, MDAC’s Manager of Arts, explains, “His father had a workshop, and John was always there, building all sorts of creations. His inspiration, I think, comes from those early years and has since expanded into his fascination with architecture and engineering.”
“You know why I’m an architect? Because I build stuff. I like drawing pictures, big pictures.”
John’s distinctive linework and attention to detail showcase his deep appreciation for structure, particularly in his renderings of bridges and industrial scenes. These drawings, often crafted from memory, reveal a mind that absorbs knowledge in remarkable ways, bringing it to life on paper.
John Mitchell III is one of the many remarkable and treasured artists at MDAC, each bringing unique perspectives and passions that not only captivate viewers but also celebrate the boundless possibilities of artistic expression.
