https://blackliberatedartists.com BLAC Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:20:32 +0000 https://blackliberatedartists.com en https://blackliberatedartists.com/About Tue, 26 Jan 2021 03:24:54 +0000 BLAC https://blackliberatedartists.com/About The Spirit &amp; Evolution of <img width="1155" height="890" width_o="1155" height_o="890" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/a7fd3febf8d29c727cb0682e4718efa79a3fc8e1b1312ee73c73f7b1bcbfaad3/BLAC-BLK-noboarder-tight.png" data-mid="97950780" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/a7fd3febf8d29c727cb0682e4718efa79a3fc8e1b1312ee73c73f7b1bcbfaad3/BLAC-BLK-noboarder-tight.png" /> Rooted in liberation. Grounded in truth. Guided by art. B L A C is a space where creativity meets cultural integrity; where art becomes both reflection and revolution. Founded by a Black artist navigating the intersections of identity, faith, and creativity, B L A C was born from spirit and necessity — a call to create space where Black artists could exist freely, tell their stories truthfully, and be celebrated fully. What began as a personal act of reclamation has grown into a collective movement that nurtures visibility, confidence, and creative sustainability. Through exhibitions, collaborations, and coaching experiences, we connect artists, thinkers, and dreamers who are reimagining what it means to live and create freely. We believe Black history is the foundation of innovation, a lineage of resilience, imagination, and boundless creation. At our core, B L A C is about relationships: between self and story, artist and community, culture and consciousness. At our core, B L A C is about the relationship between self and story, artist and community, culture and consciousness. We amplify the voices of Black artists across disciplines and invite all who align with the values of truth, liberation, and creative growth to join us in expanding what’s possible. Together, we celebrate art as both reflection and resistance — a practice of remembering who we are and a declaration of who we’re becoming. Join The Movement. Email Us&nbsp; Be Featured&nbsp; Instagram https://blackliberatedartists.com/BLAC-Artist-Zigaloe Mon, 09 Dec 2024 22:26:04 +0000 BLAC https://blackliberatedartists.com/BLAC-Artist-Zigaloe BLAC Artist <img width="1080" height="1080" width_o="1080" height_o="1080" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/944a19481b736305e9422e7d2c5f2b8bc01e706c875eb7fc436eeef8f1c8ad90/Copy-of-Black-and-White-Bold-Minimal-Simple-Modern-Podcast-Livestream-Instagram-Post-1.png" data-mid="223128645" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/944a19481b736305e9422e7d2c5f2b8bc01e706c875eb7fc436eeef8f1c8ad90/Copy-of-Black-and-White-Bold-Minimal-Simple-Modern-Podcast-Livestream-Instagram-Post-1.png" />With over 40 years of artistic mastery, Zigaloe is a celebrated oil and mixed-media artist based in the vibrant community of Encinitas, CA. His intricate and compelling works have been featured in numerous exhibitions, reflecting a dynamic vision of liberation and connection. Beyond his canvas, Zigaloe has inspired countless artists as a dedicated educator, sharing his craft and wisdom at various institutions. We are honored to represent his transformative creations, which continue to foster community and celebrate the power of art. <img width="2145" height="2787" width_o="2145" height_o="2787" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/f20f638f29c46cf11c637156d591dd88823e2ca0260624f151c6561762c75d1f/FullSizeRender_VSCO1.JPG" data-mid="223126215" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/f20f638f29c46cf11c637156d591dd88823e2ca0260624f151c6561762c75d1f/FullSizeRender_VSCO1.JPG" /> <img width="3517" height="2319" width_o="3517" height_o="2319" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/94cc0be47c20eb44d4a15cdc756ef64378578f20cfac90c5e509e2d4b75ca4e6/FullSizeRender_VSCO.JPG" data-mid="223126440" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/94cc0be47c20eb44d4a15cdc756ef64378578f20cfac90c5e509e2d4b75ca4e6/FullSizeRender_VSCO.JPG" /> <img width="3806" height="5129" width_o="3806" height_o="5129" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/78792445c47dcc5c25ecb854cee09e7b2145a63410ec421aa698ff2a7ccd2859/IMG_0398_VSCO.JPG" data-mid="223126441" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/78792445c47dcc5c25ecb854cee09e7b2145a63410ec421aa698ff2a7ccd2859/IMG_0398_VSCO.JPG" /> <img width="2379" height="2656" width_o="2379" height_o="2656" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/b30c470fddd253aaa5e4abcdaa4c8273a73befd70bde98bfca627ffeaa8fe820/FullSizeRender_VSCO4.JPG" data-mid="223126218" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/b30c470fddd253aaa5e4abcdaa4c8273a73befd70bde98bfca627ffeaa8fe820/FullSizeRender_VSCO4.JPG" /> <img width="3680" height="2756" width_o="3680" height_o="2756" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/e62e0040f58fccbae8d6d736baa334e4f33f74dc4185791d460e4bc6fe6d79e1/FullSizeRender_VSCO-1.jpg" data-mid="223129282" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/e62e0040f58fccbae8d6d736baa334e4f33f74dc4185791d460e4bc6fe6d79e1/FullSizeRender_VSCO-1.jpg" /> <img width="2823" height="3737" width_o="2823" height_o="3737" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/ebdc948ad554f573d42785f3f4b89570d4575a3e95398d1bdf1a7cce0a56f967/FullSizeRender_VSCO3.JPG" data-mid="223126873" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/ebdc948ad554f573d42785f3f4b89570d4575a3e95398d1bdf1a7cce0a56f967/FullSizeRender_VSCO3.JPG" /> <img width="2539" height="3193" width_o="2539" height_o="3193" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/7769722522d481f696e170b977c04e624bb39d2363e81e4e62e4a3923ffafe06/FullSizeRender_VSCO2.jpg" data-mid="223126291" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/7769722522d481f696e170b977c04e624bb39d2363e81e4e62e4a3923ffafe06/FullSizeRender_VSCO2.jpg" /> <img width="3670" height="4905" width_o="3670" height_o="4905" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/5ad1bbf37233c362d10dc0d9377271078eecbc02c1c42936bef13eccc4ce5d2e/IMG_1024.jpg" data-mid="227016984" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/5ad1bbf37233c362d10dc0d9377271078eecbc02c1c42936bef13eccc4ce5d2e/IMG_1024.jpg" /> <img width="4234" height="3988" width_o="4234" height_o="3988" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/36b3757be0a72d7e3e67e3fa7f226d36fa69d82ae481179dd60ed12a23d81974/IMG_1017.jpg" data-mid="227009193" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/36b3757be0a72d7e3e67e3fa7f226d36fa69d82ae481179dd60ed12a23d81974/IMG_1017.jpg" /> <img width="3755" height="4871" width_o="3755" height_o="4871" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/89a1d600a242d4247b2e4c5b35290f4a109709798128ce26fe08590947ecd414/IMG_1011.jpg" data-mid="227010329" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/89a1d600a242d4247b2e4c5b35290f4a109709798128ce26fe08590947ecd414/IMG_1011.jpg" /> <img width="3852" height="2007" width_o="3852" height_o="2007" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/e2f336db4e4f86b0310e7b06b78e6b82700eba3b30230aecca6f909b95de1e94/FullSizeRender_VSCO6.jpg" data-mid="223126225" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/e2f336db4e4f86b0310e7b06b78e6b82700eba3b30230aecca6f909b95de1e94/FullSizeRender_VSCO6.jpg" /> Click a painting to learn more.&nbsp; EDUCATION Newark School of Fine &amp; Industrial Art—Newark, New JerseyLeeward Community College—Pearl City, HawaiʻiSan Joaquin Delta College—Stockton, CAArtist Group of San Diego Art Institute (Artist Critiques) EXHIBITIONS 2025-26 Artist Alliance Biennial Oceanside Museum, CABlack Boy Art Show Los Angeles, CA The 58th Annual Newport Beach Art Exhibition Newport Beach, CA The Holy Art Exhibition Los Angeles, CAEchoes of Courage: Art Inspired by the Black ExperienceSan Diego, CANew Village Arts Carlsbad, CA Oceanside Museum of Art (Veteran’s Exhibit “Pop Up”) Oceanside, CASan Diego Art Institute (Group Exhibition) San Diego, CA Atlanta Art Festival Atlanta, GA Jacob Center Muralist “Faces of the Community” San Diego, CA 98 Sunset Gallery - One Man Exhibit Encinitas, CA Women's Museum of California San Diego, CA Canyon Walk, Public Art Project San Diego, CA Resident Artist at Otay Mesa Juvenile Facility Chula Vista, CA https://blackliberatedartists.com/So-Called-Buffalo-Series Mon, 09 Dec 2024 22:48:12 +0000 BLAC https://blackliberatedartists.com/So-Called-Buffalo-Series “So-Called Buffalo” Series Oil, 36”x24” $2,000 This evocative piece from the “So-Called Buffalo” Series speaks to the journeys we undertake in life. This buffalo is crossing a bridge, symbolizing strength and resilience. Beneath the bridge, Native Americans paddle a canoe, rowing against the tide—a poignant reminder of perseverance through adversity. On the buffalo’s path lies a single black pea, a subtle yet powerful nod to the Underground Railroad. Harriet Tubman would leave black peas at forks in the road, guiding those seeking freedom toward the right path. This intricate composition invites viewers to reflect on life's journey's interconnected struggles and triumphs. <img width="3517" height="2319" width_o="3517" height_o="2319" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/ab6f708bf16f1bc4b1b7c364a7559e9fd02c922d61284c967ff49db76dcf618b/FullSizeRender_VSCO.JPG" data-mid="223126462" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/ab6f708bf16f1bc4b1b7c364a7559e9fd02c922d61284c967ff49db76dcf618b/FullSizeRender_VSCO.JPG" /><img width="4032" height="3024" width_o="4032" height_o="3024" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/56aabc5f391d8c9a0ea1758f28d19f0b8e686cb14819ee4515d259a59000cb04/IMG_0410.jpg" data-mid="223126463" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/56aabc5f391d8c9a0ea1758f28d19f0b8e686cb14819ee4515d259a59000cb04/IMG_0410.jpg" /> https://blackliberatedartists.com/Three-Trees Fri, 21 Feb 2025 19:49:15 +0000 BLAC https://blackliberatedartists.com/Three-Trees “Three Trees” Oil, 25 ¼”x24” $1,500 "Three Trees" is a painting that feels more like a vision coming through the artist rather than solely from them. At its core, it presents three trees—one of which is cut, symbolizing a life cut short. This element reflects the universal experience of loss, reminding us of the people we have loved and lost. Crows, a recurring motif in the artist’s work, bring a sense of motion and boldness. For the artist, they represent the resilience and movement of the diaspora. The striking red trees serve as a tribute to Richard Mayhew, the renowned painter known for his unconventional use of color in landscapes. Mayhew, who passed away at the age of 100, left an indelible mark on the art world. Through this piece, his legacy lives on. <img width="4234" height="3988" width_o="4234" height_o="3988" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/1ae9ca146464a6c7116e71c0caf4b814578bdde2b0f4e9445cef1dc91cf3cef5/IMG_1017.jpg" data-mid="227009247" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/1ae9ca146464a6c7116e71c0caf4b814578bdde2b0f4e9445cef1dc91cf3cef5/IMG_1017.jpg" /><img width="4284" height="5712" width_o="4284" height_o="5712" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/08b6062bc3e1dc685cfabd5814c5bf0ce78e9289dac3fc96b6cce49a89ef23be/IMG_1020.JPG" data-mid="227009251" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/08b6062bc3e1dc685cfabd5814c5bf0ce78e9289dac3fc96b6cce49a89ef23be/IMG_1020.JPG" /> https://blackliberatedartists.com/Bonding Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:20:32 +0000 BLAC https://blackliberatedartists.com/Bonding “Bonding” Oil, 12”x16” $1,200 Bonding is inspired by a ceramic piece the artist encountered, reimagined through a new lens. Originally depicting two small children, the artist transforms them into young adults of the African diaspora, deepening the emotional resonance of the scene. The moment is intimate—his hands gently cradle hers as she offers him a drink from a shared vessel, symbolizing trust, care, and connection. A signature element of the artist’s work is the thoughtful use of color. In Bonding, a rich and carefully balanced palette brings warmth and depth, reinforcing the emotional tone of the piece. The artist’s passion for color science shines through, creating harmony between bold hues and delicate details. Embedded within the painting is the Gye Nyame symbol, which appears in all of the artist’s works as a personal signature. A revered Adinkra symbol from Ghana, Gye Nyame translates to "Except for God" and represents the supremacy and omnipotence of a higher power. Its presence in the painting serves as both a spiritual affirmation and a mark of artistic identity. <img width="3670" height="4905" width_o="3670" height_o="4905" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/900ce477d252c65f15e961ddc08c14bc37638789212baa375c56f24247268171/IMG_1024.jpg" data-mid="227017037" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/900ce477d252c65f15e961ddc08c14bc37638789212baa375c56f24247268171/IMG_1024.jpg" /><img width="4284" height="5712" width_o="4284" height_o="5712" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/9f16b2bf8cfd08256330462cab12e28810d2f97f32f83600d25fccc11e3ff210/IMG_1027.JPG" data-mid="227017035" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/9f16b2bf8cfd08256330462cab12e28810d2f97f32f83600d25fccc11e3ff210/IMG_1027.JPG" /> https://blackliberatedartists.com/A-Clear-Day Fri, 21 Feb 2025 19:56:00 +0000 BLAC https://blackliberatedartists.com/A-Clear-Day “ A Clear Day” Oil, 20 ½” x 26½” $1,500 "A Clear Day" is a painting born from imagination, bringing visions from the artist’s mind to the surface for others to experience. Like much of the artist’s recent work, this piece transcends literal representation, offering a dreamlike landscape that invites curiosity and wonder. Inspired by Richard Mayhew’s masterful and unconventional use of color, the artist employs a bold palette that reimagines the natural world in unexpected ways. The presence of both the Moon and the Earth within the atmosphere adds to the mystery, prompting viewers to question their perspective—where exactly are they in this scene? As the final painting of 2024, A Clear Day marks the culmination of a year’s creative exploration, leaving an open-ended invitation for reflection and interpretation. <img width="3755" height="4871" width_o="3755" height_o="4871" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/9962fa42d886f8b8e4340ab4174636681d46dbdf3626633633a255ee9f86a383/IMG_1011.jpg" data-mid="227011157" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/9962fa42d886f8b8e4340ab4174636681d46dbdf3626633633a255ee9f86a383/IMG_1011.jpg" /><img width="4284" height="5712" width_o="4284" height_o="5712" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/056b3f03c0adc54eb11415f757944ed5a04250953e3159114dfdd440232801cc/IMG_1015.JPG" data-mid="227011104" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/056b3f03c0adc54eb11415f757944ed5a04250953e3159114dfdd440232801cc/IMG_1015.JPG" /> https://blackliberatedartists.com/Carefree Mon, 09 Dec 2024 22:56:03 +0000 BLAC https://blackliberatedartists.com/Carefree Carefree Oil, 36”x36” $3,000 "Carefree" is a heartfelt reflection on the innocence and boundless joy of childhood. This piece captures the essence of freedom that every child deserves—a stark contrast to the harsh realities often faced by young boys growing up in urban America. The artwork serves as both a nostalgic look back at the artist’s own childhood and a poignant commentary on the disparities in environments that shape our youth. Through vibrant imagery, "Carefree" becomes a celebration of possibility, resilience, and the universal longing for a carefree existence. <img width="2379" height="2656" width_o="2379" height_o="2656" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/5ce81d0cf7d24ef8b560e22ba46208b2fa4cbbca8beafed53bc6bd1398c1ac6b/FullSizeRender_VSCO4.JPG" data-mid="223171974" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/5ce81d0cf7d24ef8b560e22ba46208b2fa4cbbca8beafed53bc6bd1398c1ac6b/FullSizeRender_VSCO4.JPG" /><img width="3024" height="4032" width_o="3024" height_o="4032" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/f7831f341ed429d6bfd64178c4fec921f97f6cfa5eeb0db87a869814cc663eb5/IMG_0393.JPG" data-mid="223171986" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/f7831f341ed429d6bfd64178c4fec921f97f6cfa5eeb0db87a869814cc663eb5/IMG_0393.JPG" /> https://blackliberatedartists.com/Goree-Island Mon, 09 Dec 2024 22:59:18 +0000 BLAC https://blackliberatedartists.com/Goree-Island Gorée Island Oil, 23.75”x45” $2,500 This powerful piece captures the haunting history of Gorée Island, located off the coast of Senegal. Gorée Island served as a pivotal point in the transatlantic slave trade, where countless Africans were held before being forced onto slave ships. At its heart is the Door of No Return, a symbol of profound loss and resilience. This passage represents the irreversible journey endured by those taken from their homeland. The artwork stands as a poignant reminder of this dark chapter in history, honoring the strength and spirit of those who passed through this place. <img width="3852" height="2007" width_o="3852" height_o="2007" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/7f87455814c25a4b3c62890111a434ccbb4b3f8e1e916f718efd463dabf86f9e/FullSizeRender_VSCO6.jpg" data-mid="223126970" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/7f87455814c25a4b3c62890111a434ccbb4b3f8e1e916f718efd463dabf86f9e/FullSizeRender_VSCO6.jpg" /><img width="3829" height="2806" width_o="3829" height_o="2806" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/a2fdf692d4bbf6cc1df05df76fc45508f4fc137bf2a24e8b1320f4622c3ce8c8/IMG_0416.jpg" data-mid="223126979" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/a2fdf692d4bbf6cc1df05df76fc45508f4fc137bf2a24e8b1320f4622c3ce8c8/IMG_0416.jpg" /> https://blackliberatedartists.com/Malcolm-X-at-Goree-Island Mon, 09 Dec 2024 22:59:26 +0000 BLAC https://blackliberatedartists.com/Malcolm-X-at-Goree-Island Malcolm X at Gorée Island Oil, 24”x30” $2,000 In this imaginative and thought-provoking piece, Malcolm X stands at Gorée Island—a place he never visited in life. The artwork bridges history and possibility by placing him in this symbolic location, offering a powerful commentary on the connections between past and present struggles. Gorée Island, with its Door of No Return, represents the beginning of unimaginable journeys for countless Africans forced into the transatlantic slave trade. By juxtaposing Malcolm X, a beacon of resistance and liberation, with this historical site, the piece invites viewers to reflect on the enduring fight for justice and the unbroken spirit of those who came before. This is art as storytelling, envisioning moments we’ll never see but must never forget. <img width="2539" height="3193" width_o="2539" height_o="3193" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/c2f113ed69f419cf6c8efd6fc285f35e03ee1a0fa43e085699501b3c79364731/FullSizeRender_VSCO2.jpg" data-mid="223127001" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/c2f113ed69f419cf6c8efd6fc285f35e03ee1a0fa43e085699501b3c79364731/FullSizeRender_VSCO2.jpg" /><img width="3024" height="4032" width_o="3024" height_o="4032" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/dc11c328903bab551b2f96e59496e3491716de744a87b21c08af8c2329113729/IMG_0419.jpg" data-mid="223127003" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/dc11c328903bab551b2f96e59496e3491716de744a87b21c08af8c2329113729/IMG_0419.jpg" /> https://blackliberatedartists.com/Untitled Mon, 09 Dec 2024 22:59:35 +0000 BLAC https://blackliberatedartists.com/Untitled Untitled Graphite, 18”x24” $1,200 This striking black-and-white piece celebrates the elegance of the female form. The artwork features the backside of a female figure, rendered with meticulous detail. Unique in its technique, the artist uses graphite applied with a brush rather than the traditional pencil, achieving extraordinary details and depth. The simplicity of the monochromatic palette draws attention to the form itself, highlighting the natural beauty and strength of the human figure while appreciating this innovative approach by the artist. <img width="2823" height="3737" width_o="2823" height_o="3737" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/b73801211dfb26a5884e6a2b4c8d56ddb366f5e514b0bb8982842ef3712b19a7/FullSizeRender_VSCO3.JPG" data-mid="223127005" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/b73801211dfb26a5884e6a2b4c8d56ddb366f5e514b0bb8982842ef3712b19a7/FullSizeRender_VSCO3.JPG" />