In Blooming in Plain Sight, collage artist Marcus Dawson explores the intricate and nuanced existence of Black men in America as they search for their divine nature. He uses found materials and images to compose the beautiful complexity of Black men.
Read MoreIntergalactic Soul is a multimedia exhibition that tells the story of two young Black space travelers who journey across the cosmos in search of their history and heritage to ensure a better future for themselves.
Read MoreArtist Jim Lee has illuminated his curiosity through his creations since the late 1990s. The Durham, North Carolina native’s works examine, among other things, the ideas behind abundance, assimilation and freedom. In The Curiosity of Jim Lee, the artist's vast interests are on full display.
Read MoreIn Voices of Oberlin, hear and see from elders and contemporaries how special the Oberlin community was and still is. Through portraiture and oral histories from community members sharing memories and lessons from the mostly African American enclave, the spirit of Oberlin is made clear.
Read MoreCharlotte-based artist Marcus Kiser's first solo exhibition, MMXIX: I'M GLAD YOU BELIEVED IN ME, explores his experience of loss, grief, support, optimism, faith and love.
Read More“Constellations: Ways I Felt, Things I Made” is a visual origin story of artist Shay Hendricks. This exhibition reflects the initial thoughts and early stages of the artistic process as Hendricks works through figuring out a pathway to discuss issues of the day.
Read MoreExhibition statement: In "Paradigm Shifts of Public Spaces: Wilmington," artists Alexandria P. Clay and Anthony Patterson examine what happens to African-American public spaces after a paradigm shift disrupts communities. The artists use the Wilmington race riot of 1898 and the Wilmington Ten as catalysts. #PSPSWilmington #ALWilmington
Read MoreExhibition statement: Society hasn't always depicted people of color in a fair way or taken into consideration our perspective on the world around us. Who gets to decide what perspective is shared as the one that counts? "The Perspective of the 'Others'" is an exhibition where artists of color share their thoughts on identity in their own voice. #BlackOnBlackLCAC
Read MoreExhibition statement: "I Feel Like That" is an exhibition that focuses on issues associated with mental health. Through portraiture, artist Telvin Wallace uses his direct relationship with the subject matter to embrace the contentious impression of mental illness and the place it holds in society. #IFeelLikeTelvin
Read MoreJanuary 10 to 26 | Anchorlight
The artwork in “Daddy’s Home” explores the decisions artist Lamar Whidbee’s father made and how those choices affected the artist’s approach in raising his own son. In both cases, daddy was and is at home. #WhidbeeDaddysHome
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