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"Unsettling the City: Julie Mehretu’s Epigraph, Damascus" centers on Julie Mehretu's monumental print Epigraph, Damascus, which reimagines urban landscapes through layered mark-making techniques. Employing photogravure, sugar lift aquatint, spit bite aquatint, and open bite, Mehretu reflects on the complexities of city life and the impact of conflict on urban environments. Saint Louis Art Museum, One Fine Arts Drive, Forest Park, St. Louis, MO 63110. Runs from November 21, 2025, to April 12, 2026.

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"Hayward Oubre: Structural Integrity" celebrates Hayward L. Oubre, Jr. (1916–2006), a pivotal figure in Black American art and modernism. Featuring 52 sculptures, paintings, and prints, it highlights Oubre's innovative use of materials, notably his transformation of wire coat hangers into modernist sculptures. Stanley Museum of Art, 160 W. Burlington St., Iowa City, IA 52242. Runs from August 26, 2025, to December 7, 2025.

Renowned contemporary artist Rashid Johnson presents a major solo exhibition featuring nearly 90 works, including paintings, sculptures, and installations. Johnson's art delves into themes of identity, race, and history, often incorporating materials like shea butter, black soap, and ceramic tiles to explore the complexities of the African American experience. 

Amy Sherald: American Sublime presents over fifty paintings crafted by one of the most distinguished black artists in the 21st century. In her first solo exhibition with Whitney Museum of Art, Sherald’s paintings–often depicting notable and symbolic African-American figures such as the Obamas and Breonna Taylor–reflects a historically omitted side of black contemporary art, exploring the sublimity in the Black American identity.  Whitney Museum of American Art, 99 Gansevoort Street, New York, NY 10014. Runs April 9 through August 2025.

The Whitney Museum of American Art presents Four Ways of Being, a newly commissioned installation by acclaimed portraitist Amy Sherald. Known for her signature grayscale skin tones and vibrant backdrops, Sherald’s work explores identity, history, and representation. This series of four portraits captures subjects across generations and backgrounds, offering a meditation on presence, individuality, and the coexistence of past, present, and future. Runs through September 2025.

Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys features works by influential artists like Amy Sherald, Esther Mahlangu, and Nick Cave, celebrating their transformative contributions to art and culture. Showcasing the legacies of these iconic figures, the collection highlights their profound impact on the artistic canon and contemporary Black creatives. Minneapolis Institute of Art, 2400 Third Avenue South, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55404

Manuel Mathieu: Pendulum features the eponymous Haitian-Canadian artist’s award-winning short film. The 11-minute film employs nonlinear storytelling and symbolic imagery to explore themes of freedom and the collective pursuit of liberation. It delves into the balance between historical legacy and an uncertain future, portraying a spiritual journey toward self-mastery and liberation. The exhibition will be at the Saint Louis Art Museum, One Fine Arts Drive, Forest Park, St. Louis, MO 63110, from February 28 to November 30, 2025.

Fort Gansevoort presents "The Spiritual World of Haiti," a solo exhibition by renowned Haitian artist Myrlande Constant. The exhibition features her intricate hand-beaded and sequin-embroidered textiles, which reimagine the traditional drape Vodou art form. It showcases Constant's evolution from early graphic works like "Marinette Bois Chèche" to expansive pieces such as "Devosyon Makaya," reflecting her innovative narrative approach and technical mastery.

The Annual Florida Highwaymen Exhibition is a highly anticipated gathering that celebrates the artistry, history, and cultural impact of the Florida Highwaymen. Known for their distinctive, vibrant landscapes of Florida’s natural scenery, this group of African American artists broke barriers in the 1950s and beyond, gaining recognition for their self-taught talents and entrepreneurial spirit. This exhibition brings together collectors, enthusiasts, and the artists themselves for a weekend honoring their contributions to Florida's art history.

it's a fine thing curated by Katherine Simóne Reynolds, explores the rich and often overlooked landscape of the Black Midwest, including the Rust Belt. Featuring works by artists such as Elizabeth Catlett, Kara Walker, Beauford Delaney, Betye Saar, Sonya Clark, LaToya Ruby Frazier, Mitchell Squire, Helen LaFrance, and Reynolds herself, the exhibition challenges conventional narratives and celebrates the resilience and creativity of Black Midwestern artists. Stanley Museum of Art, 160 West Burlington Street, Iowa City, IA 52242. Runs through February 13, 2025 to July 20, 2025.

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This monumental exhibition showcases approximately 20 works by Angolan artist Nelo Teixeira, blending self-taught naïve art, Art Brut, and sociopolitical narratives. Utilizing discarded materials like cans, fabrics, and scrap metal, Teixeira's art critically examines Angola's human and social conditions, highlighting themes of precariousness, resilience, and memory.

An Uncommon Thread showcases ten contemporary UK-based artists who challenge traditional materials and techniques to explore themes of memory, identity, and cultural storytelling. Through repurposed objects, adapted craft traditions, and innovative textures, the works in this exhibition weave together personal and collective narratives.  Hauser & Wirth (Somerset), Durslade Farm, Dropping Ln, Bruton BA10 0NL, United Kingdom. Runs through April 2, 2025.

The Figge Art Museum presents "Myrlande Constant: DRAPO," a solo exhibition showcasing 17 of Constant's intricately crafted drapo, or Vodou flags, some spanning over seven feet. These vibrant, large-scale works depict Lwa—spirit entities central to Vodou beliefs—demonstrating Constant's innovative approach to this traditional Haitian art form.

This solo exhibition honors the legacy of Purvis Young, showcasing rarely seen works from the collection of Martin Siskind, a close friend and long-time supporter of the artist. Young's art, deeply rooted in Miami's Overtown neighborhood, reflects themes of urban life, spirituality, and social justice. Pan American Art Projects, 274 NE 67th St, Miami, FL 33138. Runs through March 22, 2025

Renowned for his raw, expressive paintings on found materials, Purvis Young captured the struggles and spirit of Miami’s Overtown community. His works blend spirituality, social commentary, and historical memory, depicting themes of liberation, perseverance, and divine intervention. Zolla/Lieberman Gallery, 325 W Huron St, Chicago, IL 60654. Runs through March 30, 2025

The 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair returns to Marrakech, showcasing a curated selection of contemporary artworks by emerging and established artists from Africa and its diaspora. The fair will be held at two venues: La Mamounia, Avenue Bab Jdid, Marrakech 40040, Morocco, and DaDa, 2 Place Jemaa El Fna, Marrakech Medina 40000, Morocco. Public opening hours are Saturday, February 1, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and Sunday, February 2, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. 

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Overture is the latest exhibition showcasing new works by Philly native, Mark Thomas Gibson, that invite reflection on current events and envision systemic change for the common good. The showcase includes selections from Gibson's Town Crier series, five large-scale paintings, and his first hand-drawn animated film, accompanied by an original score by Emily Wells. Berman Museum of Art, 601 E. Main Street, Collegeville, PA 19426. Runs from January 23 to April 6, 2025. 

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An Unmistakable Softness is a solo exhibition of new paintings by Jamaican visual artist Leasho Johnson. Created during a three-month residency in New Providence, this body of work explores the interplay of Johnson’s formulaic painting techniques and the tropical environment. Grounded in his signature aesthetics and textures, the collection features pieces from his ongoing "Anansi" and portrait series, reflecting the temporal effects of the Bahamian landscape on his artistic process. TERN Gallery, Mahogany Hill, Western Road, Nassau, The Bahamas. Runs from January 23rd to March 8, 2025.

This group exhibition features nine interdisciplinary artists—Mirtha Dermisache, Noémie Goudal, Sky Hopinka, Anna Hulačová, Marguerite Humeau, Bronwyn Katz, Kat Lyons, Yukultji Napangati, and Emmanuel Van der Auwera—exploring the profound connection between beings and their environments. Through diverse mediums such as drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, installation, and film, the exhibition delves into themes of indigenous knowledge, ecological research, and the reimagining of our relationship with the living world. 

Agape, the latest solo exhibition by Ethiopian artist Tizta Berhanu, explores the transcendent and unconditional nature of divine love. The exhibition showcases Berhanu’s evocative oil paintings, known for their cool tones and swirling compositions. These works delve into emotional depths, fostering a universal sense of connection and compassion.  Addis Fine Art at Bole Atlas, NOAH Centrum Building, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Runs from January 3 to March 9, 2025.

"Imagining Black Diasporas: 21st-Century Art and Poetics" explores aesthetic connections among 60 artists from Africa, Europe, and the Americas, examining nearly 25 years of Black artistic production. Featuring approximately 70 works—including painting, sculpture, photography, works on paper, and time-based media—the exhibition is organized into four themes: speech and silence, movement and transformation, imagination, and representation. Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), 5905 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90036. Runs through August 3, 2025. 

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Blending spirituality, colonial history, and personal memory, Brazilian artist Antonio Obá explores Afro-Brazilian identity through evocative paintings and sculptures. His work challenges historical narratives, reinterpreting religious iconography and cultural symbolism to reflect on power, resistance, and the body as a site of transformation. Centre d’Art Contemporain Genève, Rue des Vieux-Grenadiers 10, 1205 Genève, Switzerland. Runs through February 16th, 2025

Rotimi Fani-Kayode celebrates the life and legacy of one of the most influential Nigerian photographers in the 20th century. The exhibition will unveil new photographs from Kayode’s short, but esteemed career, exploring themes of black queer self-expression and the performative aspects of identity. Autograph, Rivington Place, London. 

West Africa’s largest international art fair returns for its ninth edition in the Nigerian metropolis of Lagos. This year’s fair follows the theme “Promised Lands” where artists envision a future where Africa and the African Diaspora fulfill their aspirations to their hearts’ content. The Federal Palace, 6-8 Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria. Runs from October 31 through November 3, 2024.

Exploring the intersection of memory, history, and erasure, multidisciplinary artist Crystal Z Campbell presents Currents 124, a thought-provoking exhibition that interrogates the limits of historical archives. Through film, painting, and found objects, Campbell reclaims overlooked narratives, particularly those tied to Black and Indigenous histories, challenging viewers to reconsider what is remembered and forgotten. Saint Louis Art Museum (SLAM), 1 Fine Arts Dr, St. Louis, MO 63110. Runs through May 5, 2025

"Wish This Was Real" by Tyler Mitchell extends its’ stay in Europe into 2025 with a new showing in Finland’s capital. The exhibition showcases Mitchell’s decade-long photography work highlighting Black life through themes of beauty, identity, and community. The Finnish Museum of Photography

Kaapelitehdas, Kaapeliaukio 3, 00180 Helsinki, Finland. Runs through February 23rd, 2025.

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A touring exhibition, Mickalene Thomas: All About Love showcases over 80 pieces by the legendary artist, delving into themes of love, identity, and empowerment through her vibrant mixed-media paintings, collages, and photography, offering a profound exploration of the human experience. Barnes Foundation, 2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19130. Runs through January 12, 2025

"Determined to Be: The Sculpture of John Rhoden" showcases approximately fifty sculptures by Birmingham-born artist John Rhoden (1916–2001), highlighting his mastery of bronze, wood, and stone. Rhoden's work reflects his extensive world travels and a unique sculptural sensibility ahead of its time. Birmingham Museum of Art, 2000 Reverend 

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Abraham Woods Jr. Boulevard, Birmingham, AL 35203. Runs through April 20, 2025. 

"Narrative Wisdom and African Arts" explores how historical and contemporary African arts make visible narratives rooted in collective and individual memory and knowledge. Featuring over 150 works—including sculptures, textiles, paintings, photographs, and time-based media—the exhibition places historical pieces from the 13th to 20th centuries in conversation with contemporary works by African artists worldwide. Saint Louis Art Museum, 1 Fine Arts Drive, Forest Park, St. Louis, MO 63110. Runs through February 16, 2025.

This year’s Art Basel Paris will take place at The Grand Palais in the heart of the city. Featuring a diverse ensemble of artists and institutions from every corner of the world–including first-time participants–this two-day event will be filled with lively activity for all art enthusiasts. Grand Palais des Champs-Élysées, 75008 Paris, France. Runs through October 20, 2024.

Entangled is Bevlery Mciver’s first solo exhibition with Berry Campbell Gallery, showcasing 18 new paintings, mostly self-portraits. Mciver’s latest collection reflects her artistic journey, garnering inspiration from friends, family and even her mentors–Faith Ringgold and Philip Pearlstein. Berry Campbell, 524 West 26th Street, New York, NY 10001. Runs through November 16th, 2024.

"Lineage" is the public exhibition of the well-esteemed Mark Thomas Gibson. Examining the “future of humanity” as proposed by Samuel Jennings’ 1792 painting Liberty Displaying the Arts and Sciences, Gibson's’ work initiates a conversation amongst viewers–how do we perceive history and what’s beyond those perceptions?  The Library Company of Philadelphia, 1314 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA 19107. Runs from October 15, 2024 to January 17, 2025.

The 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair returns to Somerset House in London. Gathering over 60 international exhibitors from 23 countries and works from more than 160 artists, the fair will feature renowned and emerging talents across various mediums. Special curated events and a rich VIP and Public Programme will accompany the fair, bringing together global perspectives on contemporary African art.

The 200th annual Brooklyn Artists Exhibition gathers over 200 of the borough’s most remarkable talents for a celebration of a lifetime. Curated by prominent faces in the art world– Jeffrey Gibson, Vik Muniz, Mickalene Thomas, and Fred Tomaselli–the show underscores Brooklyn's creative spirit and diversity, honoring artists who have lived or worked in the borough from 2019 to 2024, highlighting themes of identity, migration, and community resilience. 

Luzia is Paulo Nazareth’s first solo exhibition in Mexico. The Afro-Brazilian artist, whose work embodies a variety of art mediums, dedicates his ‘behavior art’ to the eponymous Luzia–the Palileo-era Amerindian woman found in Brazil believed to part of the first wave of nomadic peoples that migrated to South America over several millenniums ago.  Museo Rufino Tamayo, 11580 Ciudad de México, CDMX, México. Runs through February 5, 2025.

An Awkward Relation is the latest exhibition of well-known black British artist, Sonia Boyce.  Drawing inspiration from the late Brazilian artist, Lygia Clark’s exhibitions, Boyce explores cultural signifiers like hair, questioning artistic authorship and identity. Boyce, a prominent figure in the British Black Arts Movement, continues her legacy of social practice, emphasizing collaboration and improvisation.   

Basquiat × Banksy commemorates the works of two influential figures in contemporary art–the evocative Jean-Michel Basquiat and the elusive Banksy. Basquiat’s Boy and Dog in a Johnnypump (1982) and Banksy’s Banksquiat. Boy and Dog in Stop and Search (2018) explore street art’s influence on contemporary art. The exhibition also includes 20 small Basquiat works from 1979-1985, showcasing his engagement with art history and iconic motifs. This show is part of Hirshhorn's 50th-anniversary celebration. 

Columnar Disorder is Germane Barnes’ first solo exhibition, exploring the intersection of identity and architecture; reimagining the classical orders—the Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian—through the lens of the African diaspora. His project, centered on the design of three new columns—Identity, Labor, and Migration—examines themes like Black beauty, slavery's economic impact, and the memory of African migrations.

WHERE WE COALESCE is a solo exhibition by Ethiopian artist Tadesse Mesfin. Renowned for his signature elongated figures, Mesfin continues his celebration of Ethiopian women’s strength, community, and resilience. His vibrant, color-blocked compositions highlight the elegance and dignity of women in market scenes, capturing both cultural tradition and a contemporary sense of unity. 

signifying the impossible song is a group exhibition gathering 17 multi-talented artists of the African Diaspora. Curated by Lindsey Raymond and Jana Terblanche, the show explores themes of material culture, political systems, and collective memory. The exhibition probes the tensions between integration and displacement, while addressing issues like inequality, ecological ruin, and the commodification of identity. 

Promised Land is Lavar Munroe’s tenth solo exhibition with the Larkin Durey Gallery. Munroe’s art, deeply influenced by his travels across Africa, explores storytelling, community, and tradition. His recent works focus on the power of processions and parades, blending sensory elements like music, movement, and cultural materials. Munroe combines diverse materials—glass, feathers, and acrylics—to evoke rich, layered experiences.

The Atlantic is Black is René Tavares’ first exhibition in Berlin, Germany. Inspired by his São Toméan background, Tavares’ work pays homage to the ‘Black Atlantic’, a concept that describes the Transatlantic Slave Trade and migration patterns that resulted in the African diaspora.  ARTCO Galerie Berlin, Frobenstraße 1, 10783 Berlin, Germany. Runs through November 2rd, 2024.

Great Rivers Biennial, showcases the works of three emerging St. Louis-based artists: Saj Issa, Basil Kincaid, and Ronald Young. This exhibition highlights diverse artistic practices, from mixed media installations to immersive environments, exploring themes of identity, community, and cultural history. 

The Mythic Age by Brooklyn-based Naudline Pierre at James Cohan Gallery showcases new paintings and sculptural interventions centered on transformation and evolution. Inspired by Baroque and 19th-century French academic art, Pierre creates ethereal worlds filled with mysterious figures, focusing on personal and radical self-expression. Her technique blends dry brushing with fluid, aqueous strokes to evoke a dreamlike atmosphere. 

In Jubilant Pastures, Ghanaian-born artist Conrad Egyir presents eleven new bodies of art revolving around themes of identity and belonging. Known for his Pop-Art influences and polychromatic palette, Egyir’s subjects evoke empathy, spirituality, and the tension between past and future, capturing the complex journey of displacement.

Ongoin’ is the latest collection of acclaimed sculptor and New York native, Nari Ward, as well as his second exhibition in Seoul. Featuring an assemblage of copper panel works, Ward draws inspiration from his Harlem background,  reflecting on community healing, spiritual rituals, and social realities. 

SUMMER SUMMER showcases the vibrant and dynamic works of Leonardo Benzant, Ronald Cyrille, and Steven Schmid, exploring abstract figuration within Caribbean art. Through their distinctive styles, the artists capture the interplay between the familiar and the fantastical, inviting viewers to experience the richness and diversity of their cultural narratives.

"WE ARE BRIEFLY GORGEOUS", is the latest collection by Nigerian-British painter Joy Labinjo in commemoration of Southwark Park Galleries’ 40th anniversary. The collection draws influences from Labinjo’s daily life, from visits to the park and precious memories from family events, as well as combining the fruitful sentiments of community through the lenses of blackness, power and cultural identity.

Deadweight, by London-based sculptor, Dominique White, is a dream manifested into reality. As the seventh winner of the Max Mara Art Prize for Women, White explores themes of migration and identity through sculptures and ceramics influenced by seafaring mythologies. The installation reflects on the Atlantic's complex history, blending elements of loss, transformation, and Black diasporic narratives.

"INTLOMBE", is a solo exhibition by Simphiwe Mbunyuza, featuring new ceramic sculptures that honor the rituals and landscapes of the Xhosa people from the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. Drawing inspiration from traditional ceremonies and regional iconography, Mbunyuza's richly decorated sculptures and vessels utilize color, texture, and form to create a profound connection between cultural heritage and contemporary artistry. 

Away with the Tides, showcases only the best of Calida Rawles’ exemplary works. Known for her hyperrealistic art style, consolidated with cultural iconography of water, Rawles’ work is a love letter to the residents of the Historic Overtown–a predominantly black community in South Florida with a remarkable history and cultural magnitude.

Things I Knew When I Was Young, contemplates Sudanese visual artist Amna Elhassan’s childhood memories and dreams in a collection of vivid paintings, saturated with bursts of earthy and cool hues. Elhassan’s work in this latest exhibition reminisces on the mundane, loving her inner child and capturing the essences of youth and innocence during times of despair.

"Leilah Babirye: We Have History", her first solo exhibition, powerfully reclaims identity and community through emotive sculptures deeply rooted in African cultural traditions crafted from ceramic, wood, and discarded objects, Exhibited alongside historical masterpieces, Babirye's sculptures present poignant portraits of her LGBTQ+ community, shedding light on enduring connections between past and present. Museum Contemporary African Art, . 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr, San Francisco, CA 94118. Runs from June 22, 2024 to June 22, 2025.

"AFTER LIFE" highlights artists who participated in the WOORI festival in Ghana, showcasing indigenous weaving practices. The exhibition responds to the climate crisis in Africa, where artists like Fatric Bewong, Gideon Hanyame, and Frederick Bamfo transform discarded materials into new forms, exploring environmental and social resilience.

"Taking Back Power", deconstructs the history of one of the most valuable commodities in American chattel slavery–cotton. In a series of black-and-white photographs, C. Rose Smith takes every detail into account–from cotton dress shirts, antebellum homes and haunting aesthetics of old Southern wealth–to reflect on the harrowing legacy behind those steel gates and honor the lives taken all for commodity.

Resurgent is Kermit Miller’s solo debut at The National Art Gallery of The Bahamas, capturing the dynamic spirit of Junkanoo and Bahamian life. Featuring works like Junkanoo Roar (2023), Miller depicts the ecstatic energy of parade participants, inspired by master artist Brent Malone. This exhibition marks Miller’s return to art after a 22-year hiatus following the passing of his daughter, Ebony Miller. His renewed focus on technique and emotion reflects a poignant journey of artistic rebirth. The National Art Gallery of The Bahamas, West and West Hill Streets, Nassau, Bahamas. Runs through July 28, 2024.

"Wish This Was Real", Tyler Mitchell’s first solo exhibition in Germany showcases a decades worth of the esteemed American photographer’s fantastical work. Inspired by Antwaun Sargent’s iconic exhibition The New Black Vanguard: Photography between Art and Fashion, Mitchell’s photo explores the simplicity of everyday life through an extramundane lens.

The Narratives of Black Hair, explores the rich cultural heritage and powerful stories behind Black hair and features artists like Nakeya Brown, Shani Crowe, and J.D. ‘Okhai Ojeikere. The exhibition delves into historical and contemporary perspectives on Black hair, from precolonial traditions to modern movements like “Black is Beautiful '' and Nappy. The exhibition celebrates the resilience and creativity embodied in Black hairstyles, highlighting their significance in identity, community, and cultural pride. Don’t miss this compelling exploration of history, art, and empowerment.

"Mickalene Thomas: All About Love" showcases over 80 pieces by the legendary artist, delving into themes of love, identity, and empowerment through her vibrant mixed-media paintings, collages, and photography, offering a profound exploration of the human experience. 

Projects: Tadáskía%2C%20into%20MoMA%27s%20collection.), features works by Brazilian multidisciplinary artist Tadáskía, in her debut presentation in the United States. The exhibition includes ave preta mística mystical black bird (2022), a newly acquired work on paper, alongside a monumental wall drawing and site-specific sculptures. Organized in collaboration with the Studio Museum in Harlem, this exhibition marks Tadáskía's first solo presentation in the United States and explores themes of transformation and joy influenced by her experiences as a Black trans woman

A Requiem For Humanity, curated by Tania Safura Adam, explores the historical and ongoing dehumanization of Black individuals and the potential for rehumanization through speculative and utopian narratives. Featuring works by artists such as The Otolith Group, W.E.B. Du Bois, Alice Coltrane, and others, the exhibition critiques the Western symbolic order that has historically marginalized Black people.

Paula Wilson: Toward the Sky's Back Door, is a captivating exhibition showcasing nearly two decades of her boundary-breaking work. From paintings to sculptures, Wilson's pieces weave together global narratives, challenging conventional distinctions between art and everyday life. This retrospective offers a profound journey into Wilson's exploration of identity, nature, and technology. 

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Leonardo Drew: Ubiquity explores the artist's contemplative abstract sculptures that balance order and chaos using materials like wood, glass, plaster, and cotton. This exhibition, Drew's second at Galerie Lelong, Paris, features a site-responsive installation and a series of core works reflecting the gallery's historic 18th-century environment. Drew's art continually adapts to its surroundings, embodying themes of life, decay, and nature's renewal through transformation and reinvention.

Four Womxn: New Musings on Blackness explores themes of Black identity, womanhood, and personal history through a variety of mediums, including painting, sculpture, and photography. The exhibition aims to challenge traditional narratives and offer new perspectives on the complexities of Blackness. Each artist brings a unique voice, creating a powerful dialogue about race, gender, and representation.

"Finding Soft Ground" by Tatyana Fazlalizadeh at Art + Practice explores safety for Black women through diverse mediums, while "Speaking To Falling Seeds" at the California African American Museum examines similar themes in monumental portraits pasted onto the atrium walls, both inspired by conversations and photographs from Fazlalizadeh's time in Los Angeles.

Honoring the legacy of the only female artist among the Florida Highwaymen, Queen of the Highwaymen showcases the vibrant landscapes of Mary Ann Carroll. Known for her striking depictions of Florida’s natural beauty, Carroll defied racial and gender barriers to establish herself as a pioneering artist. This exhibition offers a rare look at her six-decade career, highlighting her perseverance, talent, and impact on American art history.

Styling Identities: Hair’s Tangled Histories delves into the cultural significance of hair through art, artifacts, and contemporary pieces. This exhibition at the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art examines how hair shapes identity, social status, and self-expression. Featuring diverse media such as zines films and public discussion9, it connects historical practices to modern perspectives, highlighting hair’s role in societal norms and personal narratives.

The Virtual Reality (VR) app for "ARt Connecting Communities:  Overtown and Coral Gables" will soon be available for download through the Meta App Lab Store. The VR app will be available in English, Spanish, French and Brazilian Portuguese.

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The Augmented Reality (AR) app “ARt Connecting Communities:  Overtown and Coral Gables” will soon be available for download through both the Google Play Store and Apple Store. The AR app will be available in English, Spanish, French and Brazilian Portuguese.

Baltimore-based artist LaToya Hobbs unveils a series of life-size woodcuts capturing a single day in her bustling world alongside her husband and children. Probing the intricacies of balancing roles as a wife, mother, educator, and artist, Hobbs intricately weaves personal narratives with references to influential artists. This inaugural presentation at Harvard Art Museums offers a rare glimpse into Hobbs's creative process, featuring preparatory drawings and shedding light on her acclaimed career trajectory.  

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Entryways: Nontsikelelo Mutiti, is a captivating exhibition hosted by the Institute of Contemporary Art in Philadelphia. Through the lens of artist Nontsikelelo Mutiti, viewers are invited to explore themes of migration, displacement, and cultural identity. Mutiti's multidisciplinary approach, incorporating photography, printmaking, and installation, offers a thought-provoking exploration of the complex intersections between personal history and collective experience.

The Length of The Horizon, her first major exhibition in Scandinavia, Kapwani Kiwanga examines power dynamics and social mechanisms through large-scale installations of plants, color, and light. The artworks use botanical elements and architectural designs to unveil historical narratives and the subtle influences of disciplinary spaces, creating an immersive experience that transcends aesthetic beauty to delve into sociopolitical issues. 

Anthony Bogues, Asa Messer Professor of Africana Studies and African and African Diasporic Art, at Brown University, explores how Black lives are represented today through the art and experiences of four artists whose heritages span three continents and whose art delves into varied perceptions of Black experience. 

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Rosana Paulino’s practice includes drawing, embroidery, engraving, printmaking, collage, sculpture, and installation, and concerns Black women in Brazilian society and myth-making. 

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Rènold Laurent celebrates Haiti—his art portrays community and spirituality, and a broad scope of Haitian culture. 

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Mark Thomas Gibson, who was born and grew up in Miami, and is now based in Philadelphia, focuses his work on American culture and how Black lives are represented in the USA. 

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Nontsikelelo Mutiti, from Zimbabwe, Africa, reflects on technology and diaspora aesthetics in her practice.

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The Virtual Reality (VR) app for “This Life: Black Life in the Time of Now” will soon be available for download through the Meta App Lab Store. The VR app will be available in English, Spanish, French and Brazilian Portuguese.

The Augmented Reality (AR) app “This Life: Black Life in the Time of Now” will soon be available for download through both the Google Play Store and Apple Store. The AR app will be available in English, Spanish, French and Brazilian Portuguese.

Seekers, Seers, Soothsayers features seven artists—Gladys Kalichini, Latedjou, Sekai Machache, Nyancho NwaNri, Pamina Sebastião, Buhlebezwe Siwani, and Helena Uambembe—whose lens-based works explore connections to the nonphysical world. Using film, installation, performance, sound, and narration, the artists depict how ritual and remembrance offer connectedness and alternative self-perception. The exhibition reflects on how historical narratives are passed through generations and highlights spiritual and supernatural dimensions in art. 

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Showcasing a dazzling array of garments alongside music, visual art, and much more, Africa Fashion celebrates the ingenuity and global impact of African fashions from the 1950s to today. More than 180 works of more than forty designers and artists from twenty African countries are represented, ranging from Kofi Ansah (Ghana) and Shade Thomas-Fahm (Nigeria), to the newest generation of cutting-edge creatives, such as Thebe Magugu (South Africa) and Gouled Ahmed (Djibouti). 

Black Ancient Futures gathers a variety of black artists across the African Diaspora together in the Portuguese capital of Libson, to revisit the past, present and the hopeful future of black art. In this transformative exhibition,  ‘Black Ancient Futures’ explores the apex of creative impression when various aspects of blackness intertwine.  MAAT (Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology), Av. Brasília, Belém, 1300-598 Lisbon, Portugal. Runs through March 17, 2025.

The Time Is Always Now is a traveling exhibition featuring 28 Black and African diasporic artists celebrating the complexity of Black contemporary life through figurative painting, drawing, and sculpture. Curated by Ekow Eshun, the exhibition explores themes of Double Consciousness, Past and Presence, and Our Aliveness, offering a vibrant dialogue on Black identity, history, and resilience. Philadelphia Museum of Art, 2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19130. Runs through February 9th, 2025.

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J. Cunha: Tropical body follows Cunha’s life from his humble beginnings in the cultural hub of Bahia, Salvador to his blossomed career as a visual artist. Divided into a biographical trilogy, the exhibition showcases over 300 bodies of art encapsulating Cunha’s Bahian pride and experimental eye.

"The Long Run", Clotilde Jiménez’s second solo exhibition at Mariane Ibrahim's Parisian space delves into themes of movement, identity, and community. The exhibition challenges traditional narratives of competition, emphasizing solidarity and shared experiences through collage. Inspired by the Paris 2024 Olympics, Jiménez's work reflects on the communal aspects of sports and the broader societal connections they foster. 

Fighters for Freedom: William H. Johnson Picturing Justice, explores the powerful legacy of William H. Johnson (1901–1970) in the landmark exhibition "Fighters for Freedom," showcasing his tribute to African American activists, scientists, and international leaders. For the first time since 1946, 34 paintings from his iconic series are brought together, shedding light on Johnson's remarkable life and the contributions of historical figures he depicted. Drawn primarily from SAAM's extensive collection, this exhibition highlights Johnson's vibrant narratives and ongoing struggle for freedom, offering insight into the interconnectedness of triumph and tragedy in the pursuit of equality.

 Rachel Jones' latest exhibition "!!!!!" at MoAD showcases her vivid oil pastel landscapes. Curated by Erin Jenoa Gilbert, this collection delves into Black interiority and personhood, blending the figurative and abstract with influences from Black writers and cartoon aesthetics. Museum of African Diaspora (MoAD), 685 Mission St (at 3rd), San Francisco, CA 94105, Ground floor of the St. Regis. Runs through Sept. 1, 2024.

The Harlem Renaissance and Transatlantic Modernism, showcases the vibrant cultural exchange between Harlem and Europe during the early 20th century. Featuring paintings, sculptures, photographs, and multimedia installations, the exhibition highlights the artistic achievements of Black artists such as Aaron Douglas, Augusta Savage, and Jacob Lawrence, alongside their European counterparts. Through a diverse range of artworks, the exhibition explores the intersecting themes of identity, migration, and artistic innovation that defined this transformative period in history. Met Museum, 1000 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10028. Runs through July 28th, 2024.

Silene Capensis, explores the Oakland-based artist Corinne Smith's connection to ancestral lineage through dream re-entry and intuitive plant medicine using Silene Capensis root. Smith's work includes paintings, illustrations, risographs, and animations, revealing mythologies and spiritual realms. This exhibition is part of MoAD’s 2024-25 Emerging Artists Program, which showcases local artists reflecting the cultural richness of the African diaspora. 

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Artist Kerry James Marshall designed "The Now and Forever Windows" stained-glass windows showing Black Americans holding protest signs bearing the words “Fairness” and “No foul play”, replacing stained-glass windows honoring Confederate Generals Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson after a gunman shot and killed nine Black worshippers in Emanuel AME Church (“Mother Emanuel '') in Charleston, SC in 2015. Washington National Cathedral, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Washington, DC. Permanent installation. 

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