Explore Elizabeth Catlett's influence with curator Humberto Moro. SCAD Group exhibition 'ELIZABETH CATLETT: POINTS OF CONTACT' SEPT. 23, 2021 - JAN. 30, 2022 Presented in the SCAD Museum of Art’s Evans Center for African American Studies, Elizabeth Catlett: Points of Contact is a long overdue exploration of the artist’s profound influence on artistic practice today. The group exhibition brings to view key prints and sculptures by Catlett (1915–2012) — a citizen of both the U.S. and Mexico — in conversation with contemporary works by living artists from both countries. In showcasing the work of contemporary Black American and Mexican artists with strong connections — sometimes direct references — to Catlett’s work, the exhibition demonstrates how the artist’s influences, concerns, and questions are very much alive in global contemporary culture and artistic practice, and highlights the ways in which her works advocate for the dignity of all humans. Learn more at https://www.scadmoa.org/exhibitions/elizabeth-catlett-points-of-contact

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Baia Talks Humberto Moro, Curator for Elizabeth Catlett: Points of Contact show at SCAD

Butter Art Fair held its Inaugural Black Art Fair Labor Day Weekend 2021. Hear thoughts from a local artists regarding what this means. Visit Black Art In America Instagram and Facebook pages for images from the fair.

Susan Peters, Photographer visit to #BUTTERArtFair

In this BAIA Talk exclusive, artist and photographer Todd Gray discusses his most recent exhibit, Matrix 186 (March 4 - July 18, 2021) and what inspires his work, with Faron Manuel, Independent Curator, and Tracy Ann Simmons, Miami Culture Maven. Detailing his radical take on photography and assemblage, and countering mental colonialism through his art, Gray sheds light on his journey and what his art making practice entails.

BAIA Talks Exclusive with Artist and Photographer, Todd Gray

'Ruth E. Carter: Afrofuturism in Costume Design' Award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter is an expert storyteller who harnesses the power of visual communication to share vital narratives exploring culture, race, and politics. Creating costumes for generation- defining films like Black Panther, Selma, and Do the Right Thing, she brings vibrancy, nuance, color, and texture to each of her culture-shifting characters. SCAD FASH Museum of Fashion + Film in Atlanta has more than 60 costumes by Carter currently on view through September 12, as well as sketches and ephemera illustrating the designer’s in-depth historical research and creative process for each project.   The Ruth E. Carter: Afrofuturism in Costume Design exhibition at SCAD FASH features unforgettable designs from nearly four decades of her career within an Afrofuturistic installation incorporating original artwork by SCAD illustration alumnus Brandon Sadler, whose work was prominently featured in Black Panther. Inspired by African masks and Nigerian textiles, Sadler’s work for the exhibition connects Carter’s celebrated costume designs across various time periods and themes within the overarching concept of Afrofuturism. For more information on the exhibition and to plan your visit, go to scadfash.org.  On Wednesday March 24 at 6pm, Ruth E. Carter will participate in the university's signature annual event titled SCADstyle. This marks the first time all of the SCADstyle programming will be virtual for audiences to enjoy around the world. Carter will share the stories behind the costumes in the exhibition. For more information on SCADstyle and Carter's conversation go to scad.edu/scadstyle.

Baia Talks: Ruth E. Carter: Afrofuturism in Costume Design

This marks the 12th year that SCAD celebrates deFINE ART and the first time all the programming will be virtual. This allows for audiences around the world to tune-in to the three days of arts programming which will include a virtual opening reception, gallery talks, artist conversations, studio visits, and more. There is truly something for all art lovers to enjoy and all the virtual programming is free to watch! All artists taking part in deFINE ART programming also have new exhibitions on view at SCAD Museum of Art in Savannah or SCAD FASH Museum of Fashion and Film in Atlanta, allowing people to tune-in to the virtual programming during the week and then go see these international artists’ works at our award-winning SCAD museums. This year deFINE ART exhibitions include sculpture, painting, fibers, architecture, illustration, photography, and costume design which reflect many of our university’s top ranked degree programs. Sanford Biggers Contra/Diction exhibition is a visceral experience for visitors that speaks to combating racial injustices. Biggers' exhibition will be on view in the Walter O. Evans Center for African American Studies, a permanent gallery space in SCAD Museum of Art dedicated to exhibiting the work of contemporary African American artists.

BAIA Talks: Sanford Biggers

BAIA BITS: James Lesesne Wells Little Moments Where Knowledge Meets Art BAIA BITS are produced in part by the generous support of our Patreon members with a special shout out to Zadig & Voltaire.  Visit blackartinamerica.com for more

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BAIA BITS: John Woodrow Wilson Little Moments Where Knowledge Meets Art BAIA BITS are produced in part by the generous support of our Patreon members with a special shout out to Zadig & Voltaire. Visit www.blackartinamerica.com to learn more.

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BAIA Bits: visionary artist Mr. Imagination overcomes being shot, house fire to cement international legacy BAIA Bits are produced in part by the generous support of our Patreon members, with a special shout out to Zadig & Voltaire. Learn more about you can help support this content here -- https://www.patreon.com/blackartinamerica

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BAIA BITS: Gwendolyn Knight Little Moments Where Knowledge Meets Art BAIA BITS are produced in part by the generous support of our Patreon members with a special shout out to Zadig & Voltaire.

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BAIA BITS: Richard Yarde Little Moments Where Knowledge Meets Art Would you buy stock in BAIA if you could? Well we invite you to join us in becoming a monthly supporter, starting at just $3 a month YOU become a stakeholder and begin to help us transform lives through art. We are growing the BAIA team and will use your contributions to hire more team members for the purpose of creating more educational and marketing resources for schools and universities about african american artists both past and present. Such art initiatives and educational programming like Blacklite with Steve Prince, Relating to Art with Dr. Kelli Morgan, and BAIA BITS would not be possible without the ongoing support of our Patreon members. Please consider becoming a monthly Patreon member today! https://www.patreon.com/blackartinamerica

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