Protected: Alex Gray
Skateform: Skatewear for Every Body

Raised in a low-income household, Alex Gray found in fibers, printmaking, and graphic design not only a language but a future. After earning a B.A. in Graphic Design at St. Edward’s University, they founded an independent apparel brand and used its earnings to construct a fully autonomous screenprinting studio. Their work has since been recognized through platforms such as the GROW with AIGA conference and Portland’s first SOHO House × Creative Futures Cohort, where Alex was selected to present their final project. They also freelance as a creative director and designer, recently leading the first print edition of an established digital magazine.

Beyond the studio, Alex seeks deeper artistic and pedagogical growth: technical training in textile processes, mentorship, workshop-development skills, and full Spanish-language immersion to strengthen future community programs. Alex approached their residency as a transformative step—one that expands their artistic vocabulary while sharpening their commitment to accessible, community-centered creative spaces.