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Relational Possibilities: A Remix of Aesthetic Forms Through Indigeneity and Blackness

Exhibition Space II

Brush strokes tell stories, Philadelphia's artwork, City's vibrant heart.

Iaville's art, vibrant and bold. Storytelling hues. Community thrives.

Legacy etched deep, from ancestors’ brave struggles, our African roots.

Descendants of strength, embracing struggles as one, our community.

Exhibition Methodology
"ARTOGRAPHY"
According to scholar, Rita L. Irwin (2022), A/r/tography is the practice of exploring the world through a continuous process of creating art and writing. The two mediums are interconnected, weaving together to create enhanced meanings. A/r/tographical work is guided by concepts such as living inquiry, metaphor/metonymy, and excess, embodied in the exchanges between art and text. While a/r/tography is about self-expression, it is also social. Groups of a/r/tographers come together to engage in shared inquiries and present their collective works to others.

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Visual Art I: "Apposite Dreams: Constructing a Praxis of The Black Literary Hero, Alain LeRoy Locke" Violet drifted off into a peaceful slumber, her mind escaping into a world of endless possibilities. And in this dream, she found herself standing in front of a man who exuded an aura of brilliance and excellence. His name was Alain LeRoy Locke, known as the Father of the Harlem Renaissance, a writer, and a philosopher. As she gazed at him, Violet couldn't help but feel a sense of admiration and awe. She couldn't believe that she was standing in front of one of the most influential figures in African American literature. She wanted to soak in every moment of this dream and make it last forever. 'Hello, Violet,' Alain Locke greeted her with a warm smile. Violet was at a loss for words, her mouth hanging open in amazement. She couldn't believe that this man, who had passed away many years ago, was standing right in front of her.
Visual Art III: "Expressions of Identity: African American Art in the City of Philadelphia" AI Hand Drawn From Text to Image | An AI-generated image created using a text-to-art generator portrays African American individuals in the city, surrounded by buildings and their words. The image was generated using specific keywords such as Identity, buildings, Philadelphia, African American, males, and women. The purpose behind generating this image was to see what the system would produce based on the input. The output of the generator is the image that is currently displayed.
Exhibition: ARTOGRAPHY The image was created by compiling public-domain photographs that were found at the beginning of the process of creating the dataset section. As the curator of the show, I believed that it was necessary to include images of artists and writers from the public domain as well. In the image, I am seen as the curator on the left, while on the right, you can see several significant and enduring legacies of Jessie Redmond Fauset, Barbara Chase-Riboud, and Ellen Powell Tiberino.
Visual Art IV: "The Case of the Superheroes: Creation of Black Peace in Iaville - Composition VII" Violet began to imagine a future where Black superheroes would bring peace to the city.The city was overrun with gangs and corrupt politicians, and innocent citizens were caught in the crossfire. Violet's mind raced as she thought about the kind of superhero she would want to see in this world. She wanted someone who had the strength and power to fight off the criminals, but also someone who could bring hope and unity to the people.
Visual Art VII: Muted Black Abstracts Illumination of Dreams As he walked the streets, Nathaniel was struck by the diverse range of cultures and communities that made up Philadelphia. It was a melting pot of artistic influences, a city where old and new, traditional and modern, coexisted in perfect harmony. It was in this dynamic environment that Nathaniel began to create his abstract masterpieces. One day, Nathaniel received an invitation to participate in a new exhibition about community archiving black history. This was an opportunity that he couldn't pass up. The theme resonated with him deeply, and he knew that this was his chance to take his art to another level.
Visual Art V: "Geometric Black Acts of Iaville with Underlined Metamorphosis" Iaville, Philadelphia, in 2045, is a thriving, futuristic city with advanced technology and a diverse population. Despite the city's progress, the Black community's identity is at risk of being lost. Gentrification is rampant in the neighborhoods on the south side, and the police force is struggling to keep up with FBI investigations into several deaths in the arts community. Meanwhile, a new political party, "New Republics Against African American History in Iaville," is gaining popularity on the west and east sides of the city.
Visual Art II: Sentiment of Life: Blossoming Rooted Resilience in Her Community Garden
Visual Art VI: Articulated Sketch of Emotional Continuation: My Name is Jamal In the summer of 2022, Nathaniel received an invitation that would change his life. His latest body of artwork had been accepted into the prestigious ARTOGRAPHY art exhibition in Iaville, Philadelphia. It was a dream come true for Nathaniel, who had always dreamed of showcasing his work on a national platform. Nathaniel K. Brown had always been surrounded by art. Growing up in Harlem, New York, he was constantly exposed to vibrant colors, captivating street art, and a rich culture of creativity. He was particularly drawn to photography and visual art, finding solace in the way he could capture and preserve a moment through his camera lens.

Brush strokes tell stories, Philadelphia's artwork, City's vibrant heart.Iaville's art, vibrant and bold. Storytelling hues. Community thrives.

Legacy etched deep, from ancestors’ brave struggles, our African roots.

Descendants of strength, embracing struggles as one, our community.

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Brush strokes tell stories, Philadelphia's artwork, City's vibrant heart.

Iaville's art, vibrant and bold. Storytelling hues. Community thrives.