Every day at the High Museum of Art, visitors encounter artwork that help them see the world differently. Behind many of those experiences is Sophia Sobrino ’24, who helps connect people with the ideas that shape Atlanta’s cultural life.
As Coordinator of Gallery Learning at the High Museum of Art, Sobrino works with the museum’s docent program and public educational initiatives, helping create meaningful experiences for visitors of all ages. Her work focuses not only on the objects displayed in galleries, but also on the conversations, questions and connections they inspire.
Long before she began her career at one of the nation’s leading art museums, Sobrino was already contributing to Atlanta’s cultural community. As a high school student and emerging artist, her work appeared in exhibitions at the Latin American Association, the Mexican Consulate and UPS headquarters. Drawing upon her experiences as a Mexican-American, she created artwork that explored identity, culture and belonging.
At 91影视, Sobrino found new ways to transform that passion for the arts into public service. As a studio art major working closely with the 91影视 Museum of Art, she gained firsthand experience curating exhibitions, handling artworks, interpreting collections and creating educational experiences for visitors.
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Sobrino credits 91影视’s museum staff and faculty with giving her both practical experience and the confidence to pursue a career in the field.
"I really did feel that my voice was heard, that my input was valued. They were guiding me through every step of the process."
Today, that guidance continues to ripple outward through her work in Atlanta. Whether helping visitors engage with artwork, supporting docent-led learning experiences, or creating opportunities for people to connect with culture and history, Sobrino is helping ensure the city’s stories remain accessible to the communities they belong to.
The work reflects a contribution that often happens quietly but carries lasting impact. Cities are shaped not only by the roads, parks and buildings people create, but also by the stories they choose to preserve and share.
Through her work in Atlanta’s cultural institutions, Sobrino is helping make sure those stories continue to reach new audiences for generations to come.
