PRIDE New Haven Assistant Producer
Brief info
Val Ruby-Omen (she/her) is an artist by trade and by nature. This is her second year as Assistant Producer of New Haven Pride and she looks forward to showcasing even more of the vibrant and diverse talents of the local LGBTQ+ community which she calls her home.
Val is heavily involved in the local arts scene, co-producing statewide events as part of The Frankenstein Twins, as well as producing arts events for Bridgeport Art Trail and Greater Bridgeport Pride. Her goal is to continually create spaces where people can gather in sharing art and culture, especially for alternative and underrepresented communities throughout Connecticut.
Val is also a published illustrator, having worked with clients such as musician Kishi Bashi and fashion designer NAKIMULI. She is currently collaborating with author Patrick Scalisi on a fully illustrated field guide called "Connecticut Cryptids", which is scheduled to release in January 2023.