Albert Dépas, a Haitian-American visual artist, poet, and educator, has been deeply involved in the creative process and urban planning since high school. At the universities, his studies started with architecture and studio art. He continued to receive a bachelor's degree in Visual Studies and master's degrees in Special Education and International Education. A 2019 New York City Teaching Fellow, Dépas was a special education and visual art teacher to middle and high school students. He has also lectured and taught studio art at the university. With 25 years of experience as a graphic artist for the NYC Department of City Planning, Dépas has gained a significant understanding of urban planning zoning policies for their practical and aesthetic values.
In his creative approach, Dépas delves into the human psyche, exploring the concepts of self, identity, and consciousness. His artwork has been exhibited extensively, and his poetry has been published in numerous journals. He is the author of "Metamorphosis of Joy," a volume of poetry. Additionally, he founded "fessings," a self-coaching process aimed at resolving inner conflicts and unlocking one's full potential. www.fessings.com