Explore the work of well known and lesser known African American artists and their predecessors with Chichi Lovett.  As we take time to ‘read’ a piece of art from an artist’s perspective works of art created by African American artists are the visual stimuli used to examine assumptions and to initiate and welcome conversations regarding issues that are often difficult to discuss.  These issues can concern race, class, culture, the art market and womanism/feminism (among other issues).  We take the time to look at the art presented and consider what it represents to you, the viewer and why. Learn about the context of the art and artists in their own time and in ours.  Art pieces discussed in this class will be different from those discussed in the previous classes that Chichi has offered during past sessions. There are no prerequisites for this class.

Attend with an open and curious mind and a gentle heart.  All are most welcome.

Garnetta ‘Chichi’ Lovett is a native Brooklynite, visual artist (BFA), retired professor (Auburn University) and community arts advocate and organizer. She currently lives in Washington DC.

How to Join This Virtual Class:
To join this virtual class, please make sure you’ve created an account on this website. Once your account is set up, you’ll be able to access the “Virtual Program Links” page from the drop-down menu under “My Account.” There, you’ll find Zoom links for all of our virtual programs, organized by day.