Black Boy Art Show brings a powerful celebration of expression to Chicago
Thousands made their way to the Zhou B Art Center in Chicago’s Bridgeport community to witness a powerful cultural moment of creativity, acknowledgement and celebration. The Black Boy Art Show, an exhibition dedicated to amplifying the voices and creativity of Black male artists, came to town to share this message while creating commerce. People from all walks of life gathered on the South Side of Chicago and were alive with energy. They were able to witness an array of visual, digital and performance art rooted in the Black identity, crafted by the hands of Black men.
The Black Boy Art Show has grown into a cultural force across the nation. It was founded to create a safe space for Black artists and provide a platform for them to be seen. The show travels across the nation providing exposure to Black male artists, a demographic that is often underrepresented or not seen in traditional galleries or mainstream institutions…