Based on Dr. Bridget R. Cooks’ book “Exhibiting Blackness: African Americans and the American Art Museum,” “Xhibiting Blackness” at Evolve the Gallery offers a look at works by talented black artists who too often have been marginalized by the mainstream art establishment.
“I Am Free” by Miles Regis is a work of latex and acrylic. It’s part of the “Xhibiting Blackness” exhibit through April 26 at Evolve the Gallery.
“Mood Indigo” by Ansel Butler depicts jazz singer Nina Simone.