Renowned for his iconic portrait of Barack Obama, artist Kehinde Wiley has dedicated his artistic career to capturing the vibrancy of everyday Black people. His latest exhibition, “An Archaeology of Silence,” delves into themes of grief, mourning, and the inherent value of living. In an interview with Jeffrey Brown for
Recently having its premiere at the SXSW Film Festival in Austin, This World Is Not My Own is an incandescent portrait of Nellie Mae Rowe (1900–1982), a self-taught African American artist whose home in Vinings, a suburb of Atlanta, became a canvas for her art in the 1970s. The synopsis
This article contains Amazon affiliate links. The newly released book Afrofuturism: A History of Black Futures is a companion work for the Afrofuturism Smithsonian exhibition that opens March 24th. The art exhibition is an immersive exploration of Afrofuturist expression and culture across various mediums, including literature, music, art, film, fashion,
Model, actress, and poet Ebonee Davis recently launched the Ebb & Flow podcast, which is dedicated to conversations around authenticity, spiritual healing, devotion, and vulnerability. “Our goal at this podcast is to assist each listener to moving into greater alignment with their true authentic selves through the expression and cultivation
Making it in the media industry is no easy feat, and it can be even more challenging for those who identify as Black media content creators. With a wealth of talent, creativity, and ambition, the obstacles that Black media content creators face can be daunting. From limited access to resources
Storytelling is an art form as old as time and has been used to share culture, history, and experiences. It has been used to capture the imagination of its listeners with vivid and captivating tales. In the digital age, storytelling has taken many forms and is now used by creatives
Five collage-based paintings by prominent Nigerian-born, Los Angeles-based artist Njideka Akunyili Crosby are on display at The Huntington in San Marino, CA through June 12th, 2023. Curated by the Pulitzer Prize-winning author and critic Hilton Als, it is the third and final exhibition for a series that made its debut
Taking its name from the Swahili phrase “matunda ya kwanza” which translates to “fresh fruits,” Kwanzaa was created in 1966 by Maulana Ron Karenga. The holiday is a celebration of African culture, our shared past and values, and the everlasting joys of family and community. The seven principles of Kwanzaa
Art has the ability to transform a space in magical ways, adding a layer of rich creative expression to previously barren walls. The artwork we gravitate toward can reveal key insights about our own personalities––as the universal saying goes, a picture is worth a thousand words. And fortunately, the following
