Interconnected Opulence: The African Influence of Black Adornment

Schedule

Sat Aug 24 2024 at 05:00 pm to 07:00 pm

Location

The Jung Center of Houston, Texas | Houston, TX

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? Join Afi Ese and me for our collaborative debut at my very first major exhibition! ??️ As we unveil "Interconnected Opulence: The African influence on Black Urban Adornment," I am thrilled to share this momentous occasion with you. ??
Save the date to witness our creative synergy and celebrate the beauty of interconnected narratives. Let's make this night unforgettable together! ✨?️
I'll be at the Artist Talk, August 24th, 5 - 7 pm.
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The concept of opulence revolves around the symbols of wealth and status that hold significance within a particular community.
We find it fascinating to explore how these symbols vary across different cultures.
In many traditional African cultures, the adornments worn serve as representations of history, emotions, background, and status.
Similarly, in the thriving culture of hip-hop, the trends that emerge from within this community have become the standard across all areas of pop culture.
Our objective is to delve into its origins and create a visual bridge between the traditional African cultures and our contemporary urban culture. This show highlights the urban trend of having gold teeth.
Coined as grillz by Houston hip-hop culture, gold teeth have historically held significance in the black community as a symbol of wealth, success, and individuality.
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Where is it happening?

The Jung Center of Houston, Texas, 5200 Montrose Blvd,Houston,TX,United States

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Visual Arts Alliance VAA

Host or Publisher Visual Arts Alliance VAA

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