Now in its second year, the Black Arts Showcase, developed by artist and Community Engagement & Education Coordinator Bobbi Reagins, celebrates the various forms of artistic expression and creativity deeply embedded in African American culture.

EXPERIENCES INCLUDE:

• 12-12:15PM: Meditation w/ Valarie Willams

• 12:30-2:30PM: Poetry Unplugged Open Mic Session

• 2:30-3:30PM: Artist Discussion w/ Edward Parker and Davon Brantley,  moderated by Deidre McPherson

• 12-4PM: Portrait Drawing from Real Life Workshop w/ Theadis Reagins (Age group 14+)

• 12-4PM: Sparrow's Fortune Writing Workshops

• 12-4PM: Live Painting w/ Nate Austin

12-4PM:

Vendors & Shopping, including work by:

Ivy Raheem

Aawful Aaron

Derek Walker

Crystal Miller

Dakar

The Basement Vintage

Freezy Fran

Ewuresi Archer

and more