Robin Ann Brailsford

Robin Ann Brailsford, 71, of Dulzura California, on the morning of March 9th, 2025, left Hospice to find out what was on the other side of the clear blue sky. Robin had thought she still had a lot of life and living left to do, but recent unresolved complications from exposure to heavy metals she'd worked with as an artist were likely her demise. Her significant other, artist and business partner Wick Alexander, along with his extended California family, her brother Brian from Maine, and gathering of her closest friends were all there for her in the end.

Robin was a passionate artist, known for her work in stained glass, metal sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, and photography. She grew up in Beverly Farms, Massachusetts, and pursued her education at Tyler School of Art, Temple University, and Syracuse University, where she obtained a BFA in Sculpture and Metalsmithing and a Minor in Art History. She later earned an MA and MFA in Sculpture from the University of New Mexico.

In 1987, Robin moved to San Diego, where she rented studio space at Brown Field and later build her dream home and studio in Dulzura. She established "Brailsford Public Art" and became renowned for her innovative and community-engaged approach to public art. Robin patented the Litho Mosaics process, which is widely acclaimed for its aesthetic versatility. Along with Wick Alexander, she completed numerous high-profile projects, including transit stations, parks, and public buildings. For further information about their projects, lectures, interviews, and awards, visit www.robinbrailsford.com.

Robin loved hiking in the mountains of Dulzura with Wick and their dogs, traveling, kayaking, and spending time at the beach in La Jolla. She is survived by her significant other of thirty-five years. Wick Alexander, Wick's twin sons Sam and Tyler, and her brother Brian Brailsford of Edgecomb, Maine. A celebration of her life will be announced later.