HOUSTON DEFENDER — Chris Robinson, a Houston-based illustrator and graphic designer, has built a career focused on telling Black stories through visual art. His journey began...
AFRICAN AMERICAN NEWS & ISSUES — “Revelation” explores the profound range and depth of abstract art created by African American artists from the mid‑20th century to...
ST. LOUIS AMERICAN — Juneteenth celebrations across St. Louis and the Metro East will offer a variety of opportunities to commemorate the holiday through history, music,...
Growing up in North Carolina, she Black Girled her hair her entire life. Her grandma made her sit for box braids when she was small, telling...
Murphy’s artistic journey is grounded in a lifelong passion for storytelling through visuals. Beginning as a child sketching celebrities, he later expanded into collage, blending illustration...
LOS ANGELES SENTINEL — The Compton Museum will host the Compton Rodeo on Saturday, July 18, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Martin Family...
LOS ANGELES SENTINEL — The Compton Museum will host the Compton Rodeo on Saturday, July 18, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Martin Family...
SF BAY VIEW — Obi Egbuna Jr. of the Zimbabwe-Cuban Friendship Association developed “Kotelemela Bolingo,” a free music project meaning “Resistance and Love” in Lingala. This...
MINNESOTA SPOKESMAN-RECORDER — Visual artist Leslie Barlow's new mural, "Belonging to the Entire Universe," was unveiled at the McKnight Foundation's Minneapolis headquarters. The 66-by-33-foot installation, named...
SF BAY VIEW — Obi Egbuna Jr. of the Zimbabwe-Cuban Friendship Association developed “Kotelemela Bolingo,” a free music project meaning “Resistance and Love” in Lingala. This...
HOUSTON DEFENDER — Numerous organizations, both local and national, are dedicated to advancing the interests of Black communities. Beyond commonly recognized groups, many others are actively...
TRI-STATE DEFENDER — The City of Memphis recently honored native Julia Griggs with an official proclamation for her contributions to storytelling and community impact. Mayor Paul...
ATLANTA VOICE — A mural depicting late journalist Jovita Moore, painted on the exterior wall of a building now occupied by Bellwood Coffee in Grant Park,...
THE POSITIVE COMMUNITY — Julia Perry was an accomplished American composer of the twentieth century, recognized for her originality, technical mastery, and emotional depth despite limited...
SEATTLE MEDIUM — “Pray,” an immersive choreopoem at Baltimore Center Stage, transforms the theater into a Black church experience, inviting audiences to participate rather than observe....
AFRICAN AMERICAN NEWS & ISSUES — “Revelation” explores the profound range and depth of abstract art created by African American artists from the mid‑20th century to...
ST. LOUIS AMERICAN — Juneteenth celebrations across St. Louis and the Metro East will offer a variety of opportunities to commemorate the holiday through history, music,...
OAKLAND POST — Riley’s creative output is influenced by progressive ideals. His work, which includes six albums, the 2018 film “Sorry to Bother You,” and the...
THE CAROLINIAN — Operating at the intersection of the arts and mental health, Darkness RISING uses music, storytelling, wellness programming, and community engagement to inspire healing...
THE ATLANTA VOICE — Amy Sherald’s mid-career retrospective, “American Sublime,” opens at the High Museum of Art, showcasing over 35 paintings and her unique vision of...
LOS ANGELES SENTINEL — The album is paired with a film that stars Snoop Dogg, Hitta J3, G Perico, and Ray Vaughn, and one of the...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Jessica Nabongo made history as the first Black woman to visit every country in the world. Her career, in fact, goes well beyond...
NEW YORK CARIB NEWS — The Dance Theatre of Harlem’s Vision Gala raised over $1.3 million to support ballet access and diverse talent, honoring choreographer Fatima...
THE ATLANTA VOICE — Discover "W.E.B. Du Bois Revisited: Reimagining Du Bois’ Exhibit of American Negroes" at ADAMA, an exhibit pairing historical photos by Thomas E....
TRI-STATE DEFENDER — With 50+ paintings, sculptures and assemblages, the exhibit features artists like Varnette Honeywood from Los Angeles, whose pieces appeared in Bill Coby’s private...
