The Tao LaBossiere Artist Fund was established by his wife, Amy LaBossiere, to honor Tao’s legacy and to support emerging and established visual artists, encouraging them to pursue their creative passions.
To contribute, please visit https://www.hfpg.org/TAOartfund
or donate by mail. Make checks payable to: “HFPG for the Tao LaBossiere Artist Fund” mail to: Hartford Foundation, 10 Columbus Boulevard, 8th Floor, Hartford, CT 06106
image by Keith Claytor / TimeFrozen Photography
Art of Tao LaBossiere is the creative legacy of Tao LaBossiere, a celebrated muralist, sculptor, and illustrator and painter known for his passion for public art and his deep commitment to community. Tao's work spanned over 30 years, during which he dedicated himself to transforming ordinary spaces into extraordinary experiences through his art.
From vibrant murals that bring life to city streets, to paintings, illustrations, and sculptures that capture the imagination, Tao's work always reflected his belief in the power of art to inspire, heal, and connect people.
Art of Tao LaBossiere LLC was the dynamic Hartford, CT-based duo of Tao and Amy LaBossiere. As spouses and business partners, they combine their talents to create captivating works of fine art. Tao, our Creative Founder and Artistic Director, works tirelessly to transform concepts into mesmerizing masterpieces. Amy, our Chief Operations and Creative Officer, oversees the administrative and managerial aspects while providing significant artistic contributions.
Together, Tao and Amy collaborate seamlessly to fulfill the artistic visions of clients across the tri-state area. From restaurants and municipalities to corporations and private art patrons, we cater to a diverse range of clients. Our expertise is crafting large-scale public art, captivating murals, and exquisite art commissions. We work with various mediums, including sculptures, paintings, and illustrations, to bring imagination to life.
MURALS and PAINTINGS (partial list)
The Oneness of Being in Still Waters (aka Turtle Mural) Hartford, CT
Bee the Change — Large Scale Mixed Media Mural at The 224 EcoSpace, Hartford, CT
Salute 2 Restaurant — Various Interior Murals
Wagging Tails Dog Park Large Interior Mural, West Hartford, CT
Joey Garlic's Logo Mural — Newington and Manchester locations
Playhouse on Park Mural, temporary, West Hartford, CT
J's Crabshack — Large Exterior Mural in Hartford, CT
Xfinity Theater — Exterior Graffiti Mural, Hartford, CT
The 224EcoSpace — Large-Scale Community Mural
Bear's Smokehouse BBQ — Large Exterior Mural and brand-themed fine art paintings and prints
Uncas Elementary School — Interior Library Mural, Uncasville, CT
The Place 2 Be — Interior hand-painted wall artwork, Hartford, CT
Still Hill Brewery — Large Interior Mural, Rocky Hill, CT
Welcome Home, Community Mural at Scott’s Jamaican Bakery in North Hartford, CT
St Mary’s Home: Everlasting Spring in the Secret Garden Large Exterior Mural, West Hartford, CT
Pond House Café: Tribute to Elizabeth Park Rose Vine Interior Mural
Old State House: Two Historic Character Cut-Outs and Public Art Sidewalk Murals
SCULPTURE and MIXED MEDIA ARTWORK
The White Oak Leaf Throne of Bushnell Park (Hartford, CT)
WeHa Bear Fair — Designed and painted BlueBEARy Bear and served as project consultants
Custom sculpted more than 40 fiberglass Cows, Restored more than 400
City of Stamford: It’s Raining Cats & Dogs sculpture project
City of Hartford Firefighters Association Local 760 mixed media wall sculptures
City of Hartford Fire Department custom metal and wood mixed media wall sculptures
Still Waters Retreat Center — Artist in Residence / Owner for ten years, created site-specific installations
Heirloom Flats — Exterior Mixed Media Flag Artwork, Bloomfield, CT
Hartford Business Improvement District — Custom sculpted giant metal exclamation point
The Blind Pig custom etched copper bar top and metal wall sculpture, Hartford, CT
Real Art Ways: Odd Ball Photo Booth Sculpture Installation
City of Hartford: Candy Canines sculpture installation
Tao LaBossiere was an award-winning muralist, sculptor, and illustrator, dedicated over 25 years to his professional artistic career. Residing at Hartford ArtSpace, he passionately celebrated community through his creative endeavors. Tao's artistic journey included serving as the volunteer co-director of the Hartford ArtSpace Gallery and establishing Art of Tao LaBossiere LLC. He also contributed his visionary talents to Still Waters Retreat Center as the lead creative partner for a decade. His educational background spanned Norwich Free Academy, Lyme Academy, The Cleveland Institute of Art, and Hartford Art School, enriching his artistic prowess.
Amy LaBossiere, an award-winning multi-disciplinary artist and creative manager, calls Hartford, CT, her home. With more than 25 years of experience in marketing, public relations, and communications, Amy brings a wealth of expertise to her role. Previously, she served as the managing partner of Still Waters Retreat Center and worked at various advertising agencies in Connecticut. She is also a published author. Alongside her artistic pursuits, Amy is a dedicated volunteer co-director of the Hartford ArtSpace Gallery and a sought-after marketing consultant. Her academic achievements include a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Communication Arts with a specialization in public relations from Long Island University/CW Post and a Master of Arts in Conscious Evolution from The Graduate Institute.
Social Links:
Art of Tao on Facebook
Tao socials:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tao-labossiere-219a25b/
https://www.instagram.com/taolabossiere/
https://www.facebook.com/tao.labossiere
Amy socials:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/amylabossiere/
https://www.instagram.com/amylabossiere/