WHAT WE DO
ART ARENA™

Art Arena, powered by Work of Art Holdings® (WOAH®), is a media and commerce platform bridging the worlds of art and sport—connecting women artists and athletes with global audiences through storytelling, live cultural experiences, and merchandise.

Founded by contemporary artist Mickalene Thomas and sports executive Lindsay Kagawa Colas, Art Arena explores the shared language of performance, identity, and creative expression, elevating women artists and athletes as cultural leaders.

Why art and sport? Because both move people and shape culture. Art Arena brings these forces together across three pillars: Experiences—invitation-led summits and high-impact activations tied to major art and championship moments; Installations & Collaborations—artist-athlete partnerships, public art, and global brand collaborations that extend cultural impact into communities; and Storytelling—print, podcast, and long-form editorial, anchored by the annual Art Arena x CULTURED publication, that carry these moments into lasting cultural authority.

Every collaboration is built with purpose at its center—creating opportunity, visibility, and impact for the individuals, communities, and the next generation we touch.

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The Art Arena™ Team