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Bold, beautiful, powerful; step into this vibrant Afrosurrealist exhibition, featuring the work of London-based Afro-surrealist digital artist Vince Fraser along with poetry and spoken word by ursula rucker.The spirit of aṣẹ — a powerful affirmation and philosophical belief held by the Yoruba people of West Africa, meaning “so will it be” — reverberates throughout this vibrant and meditative exhibition. Everyone should experience this immersive story of resilience, cultural celebration, and the possibility of the future.
“This exhibit serves not only as art but as a call to action in many ways — to collaborate, to uplift one another, to learn and to progress.” — Essence
Alongside the Immersion Gallery, you can explore other multi-sensory and interactive experiences — like virtually “trying on” African masks — combining film, technology, Afrosurrealism and poetry.
“The elements in Aṣẹ portray the boundaries and the limitations that we experience as people of color in daily life, but at the same time, I’m also focusing on paying homage to our ancestors. In conceptualizing the exhibition with ARTECHOUSE Studio, I wanted to capture the balanced elements of sight and sound so that visitors could truly experience the power of African culture,” said Vince Fraser.
The exhibition’s visuals are echoed by pulsating rhythmic drums and stirring spoken words from Philadelphia-based poet and musician ursula rucker. A Leeway Foundation’s Transformation Award winner, rucker’s words of empowerment, ancestry, and social justice powerfully narrate the exhibition.
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439 W 15TH ST, New York, NY, United States, New York 10011
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