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At Londons Somerset House ‘Black Venus’ wants to move away from the othering of Black women, as well as the sexualised stereotypes to display contemporary works by 18 artists. It runs through September 24.

Reflecting on the shocking representation of the ‘Hottentot Venus’ in the 19th century, 18 artists refocus the othering of Black women

Fleabag, Beyonce, David Bowie, a Japanese festival and more.

An upcoming new London exhibition titled Black Venus will take a capturing look into the varying aspects of Black femininity. Black Venus will debut at Somerset House in England on July 20 and is curated by Aindrea Emelife. The exhibition will feature 18 women and non-binary artists. Artists whose work will be part of the… Continue reading Exhibition Celebrating Black Femininity to Debut in London

As she releases her debut album when the poems do what they do, Aja Monet talks about poetry, the expressive power of music, and legacy

Where to get your art fix this month.

"As We Rise," with more than 100 photographs, looks at community, identity, and power.

Nicole Acheampong, who has been on the culture team at The Atlantic, is joining T as a digital editor.

Feeling the Future at the Contemporary Arts Museum Houston explores artist Ming Smiths unparalleled career and is Smith’s first solo exhibition...

Houstonians can celebrate the holiday throughout the month of June, with some free and paid events in the area.