I AM AN ANCESTOR TOO

This immersive mixed-media experience is centered around moments of self-reflection. Assata explores themes of eco-futurism through a Black Queer magical realism lens.

About This Event

The Gala Opening’s themed dress code is to come as your most ethereal self. Viewers will be able to immerse themselves in a magical eco-futurist reality. Assata’s exhibition comprises six mixed media works surrounded by lush greenery on the gallery walls. Each mixed media work utilizes technology and traditional art. Animations are projected over sculptures, and paintings will have augmented reality filters and a virtual reality headset that will transport viewers to a safe space.

The "I Am An Ancestor Too" Gala Opening will utilize different rooms for viewers to explore the full Assata’s Magic experience. The first room is a speakeasy-inspired lounge that will feature live musical performances by Asha Kevonna and Gabriel Alejandro Mejia-Estrella at 8-8:20pm and 9-9:20pm. In the second room, there will be refreshments and the displayed artworks from the Mango & Pomelo participants. Finally, in the third room, viewers can watch the behind-the-scenes screening of Assata’s 6 month-long process of creating their solo art exhibition, I Am An Ancestor Too.

Sponsorship Ticket Information

Become a sponsor by investing $150 in Assata Goff’s I Am An Ancestor Too exhibition. Assata is an artist who is challenging our collective thoughts about the future and challenging us to think about essential questions surrounding eco-futurism, self-love, and how these themes intersect. Sponsoring this brilliant emerging artist will not only help further their artistic career but will also be an investment in an artist who will help shape the world and our culture. A $150 sponsorship ticket includes a gift bag with Assata’s Magic art. Exclusive early access hour to view the I Am An Ancestor Too Opening Gala experience before the event begins. During this hour, you will enjoy refreshments and have time to talk to Assata about their artistic practice and influences. In addition, you will have a chance to view the behind-the-scenes screening of Assata’s 6-month-long journey of creating the I Am An Ancestor Too exhibition. Support this emerging artist by buying a sponsorship ticket so Assata can receive their flowers.

Special Thank You to those who are making this event possible:

Eno Consulting, The Black on Black Project, Spirit House NC, The Durham Art Guild

Host or Publisher Durham Art Guild