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Sankofa

13.5" X 13.75"

Sankofa

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We Had the Coolest Friday Morning Visitors! ✨

Friday morning, we had the pleasure of welcoming a wonderful group of 7th-grade students from a Fort Collins school for a morning of art, conversation, and connection.

Their teacher reached out to me several months ago about bringing her students to view the artwork and have an opportunity to speak directly with artists. Her students will be studying the Harlem Renaissance in a few months, and she wanted to give them something beyond what they would find in a textbook—an authentic experience connecting them with Black American artists and their work.

And what a morning it was! 🎨✨

We rotated the students through the exhibition, giving them the opportunity to meet and speak with several of the participating artists. The students asked questions, shared their observations, and learned directly from the people who created the work.

I absolutely loved watching their curiosity unfold.

There is something powerful about giving young people the opportunity to ask an artist, “Why did you make this?” or “What does this mean?” and hear the answer directly from the person who created it.

As they prepare to study the Harlem Renaissance, I hope this experience helps them understand that Black American art is not simply something that belongs in a history book. It is living, evolving, powerful, creative, and being made right here and right now.

A huge thank you to their teacher for being intentional about creating this opportunity for her students—and to all of the artists who took the time to talk with them and answer their questions. ❤️

This is why representation in the arts matters.

Art is education.
Art is history.
Art is conversation.
Art is connection.
Art gives us a chance to see, learn, question, and understand.

What a beautiful way to spend a Friday morning! ✨

#BlackAmericanArt #ArtEducation #HarlemRenaissance #RepresentationMatters #ArtsEducation FortCollins BlackArtists ArtMatters MuseumEducation CreativeLearning YoungMinds ArtAndHistory @louisecutlerstudio @obannon_studios

We Had the Coolest Friday Morning Visitors! ✨

Friday morning, we had the pleasure of welcoming a wonderful group of 7th-grade students from a Fort Collins school for a morning of art, conversation, and connection.

Their teacher reached out to me several months ago about bringing her students to view the artwork and have an opportunity to speak directly with artists. Her students will be studying the Harlem Renaissance in a few months, and she wanted to give them something beyond what they would find in a textbook—an authentic experience connecting them with Black American artists and their work.

And what a morning it was! 🎨✨

We rotated the students through the exhibition, giving them the opportunity to meet and speak with several of the participating artists. The students asked questions, shared their observations, and learned directly from the people who created the work.

I absolutely loved watching their curiosity unfold.

There is something powerful about giving young people the opportunity to ask an artist, “Why did you make this?” or “What does this mean?” and hear the answer directly from the person who created it.

As they prepare to study the Harlem Renaissance, I hope this experience helps them understand that Black American art is not simply something that belongs in a history book. It is living, evolving, powerful, creative, and being made right here and right now.

A huge thank you to their teacher for being intentional about creating this opportunity for her students—and to all of the artists who took the time to talk with them and answer their questions. ❤️

This is why representation in the arts matters.

Art is education.
Art is history.
Art is conversation.
Art is connection.
Art gives us a chance to see, learn, question, and understand.

What a beautiful way to spend a Friday morning! ✨

#BlackAmericanArt #ArtEducation #HarlemRenaissance #RepresentationMatters #ArtsEducation FortCollins BlackArtists ArtMatters MuseumEducation CreativeLearning YoungMinds ArtAndHistory @louisecutlerstudio @obannon_studios

If You Haven’t Been Yet, This Is Your Sign!

The Beauty of Blackness Fine Art Show is happening NOW in downtown Fort Collins — and there is still time to experience it.

Walk through the Opera Galleria and discover original works by Black artists from across the country. Meet the artists. Hear the stories behind the work. Bring your family. Sit in on a conversation. Find the piece that makes you stop in your tracks.

Because The Beauty of Blackness is more than an art show; it’s an experience. And pictures only tell part of the story. Join us; the final day is tomorrow, Sunday, September 6, at the Opera Galleria, 123 N. College Ave., Fort Collins.

The 7th Annual Beauty of Blackness Fine Art Show. Come see what everyone is talking about — and experience it for yourself.

tbobfas.com/event-list

#TheBeautyOfBlackness #TBOBFAS #MeetTheArtists #BlackArtists #SupportBlackArtists #BlackFineArt #ContemporaryArt #FineArt #CollectArt #ArtCollectors #FortCollinsArts #ColoradoArts #DowntownFortCollins #VisitFortCollins #LaborDayWeekend

@downtownfoco @fococreativedistrict @visitftcollins @yourfortcollins @focochamber @focoart @creativewest @baacc_csu @csu_artandarthistory @csugregoryallicarmuseumofart @moafortcollins @this_is_noco @coloradostateuniversity @efilafdepartment @tbobfas @adderly_art @obannon_studios @black_future_art

If You Haven’t Been Yet, This Is Your Sign!

The Beauty of Blackness Fine Art Show is happening NOW in downtown Fort Collins — and there is still time to experience it.

Walk through the Opera Galleria and discover original works by Black artists from across the country. Meet the artists. Hear the stories behind the work. Bring your family. Sit in on a conversation. Find the piece that makes you stop in your tracks.

Because The Beauty of Blackness is more than an art show; it’s an experience. And pictures only tell part of the story. Join us; the final day is tomorrow, Sunday, September 6, at the Opera Galleria, 123 N. College Ave., Fort Collins.

The 7th Annual Beauty of Blackness Fine Art Show. Come see what everyone is talking about — and experience it for yourself.

tbobfas.com/event-list

#TheBeautyOfBlackness #TBOBFAS #MeetTheArtists #BlackArtists #SupportBlackArtists #BlackFineArt #ContemporaryArt #FineArt #CollectArt #ArtCollectors #FortCollinsArts #ColoradoArts #DowntownFortCollins #VisitFortCollins #LaborDayWeekend

@downtownfoco @fococreativedistrict @visitftcollins @yourfortcollins @focochamber @focoart @creativewest @baacc_csu @csu_artandarthistory @csugregoryallicarmuseumofart @moafortcollins @this_is_noco @coloradostateuniversity @efilafdepartment @tbobfas @adderly_art @obannon_studios @black_future_art

Hey A little late with the prep and setup day pick. Put you still have 2 day to come through . @louisecutlerstudio @efilafartdepo @obannon_studios @conradcox

Hey A little late with the prep and setup day pick. Put you still have 2 day to come through . @louisecutlerstudio @efilafartdepo @obannon_studios @conradcox

Catch us on 9 news, The Beauty Of Blackness Fine Art Show. Then Join Us for the rest of the show. Sept 3-6
To gzgaa hi

Catch us on 9 news, The Beauty Of Blackness Fine Art Show. Then Join Us for the rest of the show. Sept 3-6
To gzgaa hi

Welcome to the Beauty of Blackness Fine Art Show!

Today, the doors are open.

For weeks we've revealed this beautiful artwork one piece at a time. Today, the full masterpiece—and so many more—awaits you inside.

This weekend is about more than viewing art.

It's about celebrating Black creativity.
Supporting remarkable artists.
Building community.
Creating conversations.
Finding inspiration.

Thank you for taking this journey with us.

Now come experience the Beauty of Blackness for yourself.

📍 Opera Galleria
🗓️ September 3-6, 2026

Welcome.

✨ Tag us in your photos—we can't wait to experience this weekend through your eyes.
https://www.tbobfas.com/event-list

#TBOBFAS #OpeningDay #SupportBlackArtists #FortCollinsArts

@creativewest @downtownfoco @fococreativedistrict @visitftcollins @adderlyart_ @cherokeecarrauthor @yourfortcollins @focochamber @focoart @baacc_csu @csu_artandarthistory @csugregoryallicarmuseumofart @moafortcollins @this_is_noco

Welcome to the Beauty of Blackness Fine Art Show!

Today, the doors are open.

For weeks we've revealed this beautiful artwork one piece at a time. Today, the full masterpiece—and so many more—awaits you inside.

This weekend is about more than viewing art.

It's about celebrating Black creativity.
Supporting remarkable artists.
Building community.
Creating conversations.
Finding inspiration.

Thank you for taking this journey with us.

Now come experience the Beauty of Blackness for yourself.

📍 Opera Galleria
🗓️ September 3-6, 2026

Welcome.

✨ Tag us in your photos—we can't wait to experience this weekend through your eyes.
https://www.tbobfas.com/event-list

#TBOBFAS #OpeningDay #SupportBlackArtists #FortCollinsArts

@creativewest @downtownfoco @fococreativedistrict @visitftcollins @adderlyart_ @cherokeecarrauthor @yourfortcollins @focochamber @focoart @baacc_csu @csu_artandarthistory @csugregoryallicarmuseumofart @moafortcollins @this_is_noco

⏳ Countdown to the Beauty of Blackness
It All Begins

Tomorrow...

The wait is over.

The artwork you've watched slowly unfold will finally be experienced the way it was always meant to be—up close, surrounded by community, conversation, inspiration, and celebration.

Tomorrow the journey becomes reality.

We'll see you there.

✨ Tell us if we'll be seeing you this weekend!
https://www.tbobfas.com/event-list

#TBOBFAS #CountdownToBOBFAS #Tomorrow #SeeYouThere #FortCollinsArts #BlackFineArt

@creativewest @downtownfoco @fococreativedistrict @visitftcollins @adderlyart_ @cherokeecarrauthor @yourfortcollins @focochamber @focoart @baacc_csu @csu_artandarthistory @csugregoryallicarmuseumofart @moafortcollins @this_is_noco

⏳ Countdown to the Beauty of Blackness
It All Begins

Tomorrow...

The wait is over.

The artwork you've watched slowly unfold will finally be experienced the way it was always meant to be—up close, surrounded by community, conversation, inspiration, and celebration.

Tomorrow the journey becomes reality.

We'll see you there.

✨ Tell us if we'll be seeing you this weekend!
https://www.tbobfas.com/event-list

#TBOBFAS #CountdownToBOBFAS #Tomorrow #SeeYouThere #FortCollinsArts #BlackFineArt

@creativewest @downtownfoco @fococreativedistrict @visitftcollins @adderlyart_ @cherokeecarrauthor @yourfortcollins @focochamber @focoart @baacc_csu @csu_artandarthistory @csugregoryallicarmuseumofart @moafortcollins @this_is_noco

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