THE ALCHEMY OF BLACK JOY
This exhibition marked the kick-off of the 48th season for National Black Theatre in Harlem, USA.
The 48th season features plays and events focused on the pursuit of black joy.
[On display from September 7th, 2016 - January 1st, 2017]
This exhibition marked the kick-off of the 48th season for National Black Theatre in Harlem, USA.
The 48th season features plays and events focused on the pursuit of black joy.
[On display from September 7th, 2016 - January 1st, 2017]
Artist Statement
I didn't set out to find Black Joy, rather Black Joy found me.
I found it in the slight upward bend of a smile.
The moment right before and after a breath.
The spark in the eye.
Black Joy.
I found it when I went back for the photo that I almost didn’t take.
Found it in that classy cool delight, that regal poise and grace.
Black Joy.
The warmth found me again and again.
Black Joy.
I am extremely honored and humbled that these beautiful humans have shared their joy with me.
Awaken and share your refreshing creation of ebullience and wonder.
Black Joy.
A very special thank you to National Black Theatre
I didn't set out to find Black Joy, rather Black Joy found me.
I found it in the slight upward bend of a smile.
The moment right before and after a breath.
The spark in the eye.
Black Joy.
I found it when I went back for the photo that I almost didn’t take.
Found it in that classy cool delight, that regal poise and grace.
Black Joy.
The warmth found me again and again.
Black Joy.
I am extremely honored and humbled that these beautiful humans have shared their joy with me.
Awaken and share your refreshing creation of ebullience and wonder.
Black Joy.
A very special thank you to National Black Theatre
The opening night reception of "The Alchemy of Black Joy" took place on Wednesday, September 7th, 2016 at National Black Theatre. The lobby exhibit features photography by Peter Cooper, an interactive Alchemist wall that seeks to explore the various algorithms of Joy, and an excerpt of poetry by Marc Bamuthi Joseph. The evening was
very well attended and was infused with positivity, love, and self discovery.
[*Please note that the photos from the exhibition opening were taken by James Reynolds]
very well attended and was infused with positivity, love, and self discovery.
[*Please note that the photos from the exhibition opening were taken by James Reynolds]
Watch a Facebook Live video from the exhibit here:
https://www.facebook.com/BoldGlobal/videos/312930922398202/
https://www.facebook.com/BoldGlobal/videos/312930922398202/