Scanning the various portraits of unfamiliar faces, you may wonder, “Who is this? Who are they?” Upon closer inspection, you will notice a pattern in the inscriptions: “My friend.” “My mentor.” “Self-portrait.”

This installation is dedicated to everyday heroes and the heroes in all of us, showcasing and memorializing the leaders right under our noses. With works by artists of all ages and from all backgrounds—from self-portraits to portraits of loved ones—we get to see a glimpse of someone else’s daily life. Think of whom the artists chose to depict. See yourself on this wall.

—Hannah Nguyen, Randolph High School, senior