Universal Creations
History, culture, ritual, spirituality… these are some common adjectives used to describe African masks. These African masks almost always have a spiritual meaning that may not be readily apparent to …
Donna Yaya
SIMONE LINO August 10th, 1978, on a sunny afternoon in Minas Gerais, a Brazilian artist was born. Simone Lino: dancer, singer, painter… Lino took dance classes from the age of …
Progeny Two: Deb Willis & Hank Willis Thomas + Fo Wilson & Dayo
October 8, 2010 – January 23, 2011 Deborah Willis and Hank Willis Thomas — mother and son — collaborate with Fo Wilson and her son Dayo Harewood for Progeny Two …
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100 Years of African-American Art: The Arthur Primas Collection
Presented by The Dayton Art Institute Saturday, November 6, 2010 – Sunday, January 30, 2011 100 Years of African-American Art presents works from the Arthur Primas collection. This significant collection …
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African American Art at the UM Lowe Art Museum Spans Three Centuries
October 24, 2010 — Coral Gables — The University of Miami Lowe Art Museum’s fall/winter exhibition will feature selections from one of the premier collections of African American art. The …
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Rhapsody in Blue: The Work of Nannette Harris
Sargent Johnson Gallery (Sargent Johnson Gallery)Thu, Aug 26 — Sun, Jan 2Gallery Hours: Tues – Sat 12 Noon – 5 p.m. “Rhapsody in Blue” features some of Nannette Harris’s beloved …
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Nigerian Ife Art on Display in Houston
A collection of more than 100 items of African art is now on display at the Museum of Fine Arts in Houston, the first stop in a U.S. tour of …
17th Annual Holiday Glitz Benefit Gala
Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (Located inside Central Park on 110th Street between Fifth and Lenox Avenues) Originating from the first harvest celebrations on the African continent, Kwanzaa is celebrated …
AFRICAN JUBILEE FILM FESTIVAL: ‘War/Dance’
Fifty years ago, 17 African countries won their independence from European colonial rule. Ever since that time, 1960 has been known as the Year of African Independence. With political independence …
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"Best in Show" awardee, at the 25th Annual October Gallery Art Festival in Philadelphia, PA
Michele Foster-Lucas is a Folk Artist that speaks of people and culture through her existing and creative artwork. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Michele soon moved to southern New Jersey after …
C E N T E R * P E A C E : A Reflection of The Inner Spirit, Or Not ?
Earth, Water, Fire and Air the elemental components of our natural existence, each a force of kinetic power and tranquil peace. Mankind’s struggle continues, teetering on the brink of domination …
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The G.R.E.A.T.E.S.T. Soul Journey
We were started by Tom Gregory, owner of the printing company, Professional Duplicating. Professional Duplicating, which has offices in Bryn Mawr and Media PA, has been in business since 1977. …
Kimora Lee Simmons, Baby Phat Part Ways….
It’s official: Kimora Lee Simmons has parted ways with Baby Phat, a fashion line that she launched with her ex-husband Russell Simmons. Late last week, the former model broke news …
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Barbara Jones-Hogu and the Philosophy of AfriCOBRA
Barbara Jones-Hogu is currently getting a Master’s in film, and plans to create documentaries about the work of artists. But her history won’t let her be — she was one …
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Leroy Campbell Artwork…
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