Talented Black Artists in WNY You Need to Know About

BLACK LIVES MATTER. We at Step Out Buffalo realize we have a platform and we want to use it. Our company was founded on the basis of promoting and uplifting our community and the businesses within it. After much introspection, reading, researching, and discussion we realize we can be better. We can be a better resource, we can be a better ally, we can be a better catalyst for change in our community.

One of the things we love most about our beloved city of Buffalo is its diverse art, history, and culture. In an effort to continue to shine a light on all of these things, below is a list of talented black artists in WNY which we found after artist Chuck Tingley shared them on his Instagram story. From artists to musicians to poets – WNY has it all. Check them out!

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This list is in no way complete. We request that you share your favorite black artists with us so we can add them to this guide and continue to share with our audience. To add an artist to this list email editorial@stepoutbuffalo.com.

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Fine Art/Design:

Art by Madonna/MXO (@madonnapannell)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Trying to figure out how to fit the entire thing into one square post. Visit the link in my bio to view the image on a larger scale. Harriet Tubman: Light of Hope Acrylic Mural Main & Depot Ave, Niagara Falls, NY, USA By Madonna Pannell/MXO Check out the tag #nfmurals to see all of the murals or go visit in person. Niagara Falls National Heritage Area “public art initiative.” —-

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Markenzy Cesar (@markenzycesar)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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I’m painting really late and every time I stop, I feel it’s not stopping time yet and before I can put the brush down more than half hour passed. So I feel like this song is very apropos. It’s not on iTunes. Recognition by Franck Thom and Curtis And Jamie elder. #blackwhite #oilpainting #music

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The Left-Handed Bandit (@lfthandedbandit)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Still here. Still grinding.. 18”x24” Untitled #LHB |Commissioned| @mshollywood_xo • • • • ‘Double Up’ by @nipseyhussle I DO NOT OWN RIGHTS TO THIS MUSIC

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HEMLOCK (@xiii_513)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Separation. #wip

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Edreys (@edreys)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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— “dying privilege” In response to black lives being snatched by police/ citizens, students and athletes kneeled in peace. remember? your privilege wailed out in gut wrenching pain from their protest of silence/ because kneeling while “the bombs bursting in air” was oh so violent. students were reprimanded, adults fired for a kneeling demonstration/ yet you some how tolerated without flinch a cop kneeling a human into asphyxiation. face down, staring narcissistically into a pool of our own tears tinged with plasma/ the elephants in the room will river dance on our diaphragms, then report it wasn’t distress, it was underlying asthma. If in conversation the words “I’m not racist” pirouettes on your tongue, may your immunity of privilege die on the limbs from which we are hung. -by edreys

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Robert Harris (@paintingmachine)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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James Baldwin, 2020, oil on 10×8 canvas. In this piece, I used Prussian Blue and Warm White. (SOLD) #robertjharrisart #robertjharrispaintings #jamesbaldwin #oilpaintingoncanvas #paintingoncanvas #canvaspainting #portraitpainting #gamblin #gamblinoils #prussianblue #blackauthors #lgbtqauthors #2020art #contemporarypainting #blackart #blackartists

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Dani DuJour (@dani_dujour)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Staring.

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Alexa Joan (@byalexajoan)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Painting into the New Moon last night… welcoming transformation, growth and abundance!! Preparing for Battle of the Brushes with @streetpoetz. Very excited, Saturday July 14th. I’ll be hanging with @_madebymek_ who will be displaying some of his sneaker creations and doing some paint demos!!

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Ashley Kay (@art_ashleykay)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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You a star in my eyes . . Lil bb for @thecrucible716’s Art Exchange. Dope to see little opportunities like this for artists to come together in creative ways while quarantining. Thank you! #cae20 #illustration #starryeyed #mixedmediaart #inthisrealm

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Jarael Adams (@jaraeladams)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Growing up the stigma around wanting to be an artist created an uphill battle before I even got started. Now, because of my art I’ve been been able to break those barriers for myself and give opportunities to other artists. I’ve employed at least 10 aspiring/emerging artist and have showed over 50 exhibits at my gallery. #jaraeladams #Thelastdance #Goat #michaeljordan #twentythree #23 #painting “Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen.” -Michael Jordan

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Saleem Naseer-Capone (@sykelee91)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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CONGRATULATIONS QUEENS!!! @nickiminaj. @dojacat. @beyonce. @theestallion. #fanart. #artistsoninstagram. #nickiminaj. #dojacat. #beyonce. #megantheestallion

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Byron Brown II, a.k.a. $eeing $ounds  (@seeings0unds) Vimeo

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Gesso on the pavement

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Ferris B (@InkByFerrisB)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Martin & Gina What was your favorite episode?? 20×34 Acrylic @martinlawrence @tishacampbellmartin #theinkgallerynytattoo #buffalony #buffalonyart #acrylicpainting #themartinlawrenceshow #martinandgina #tattoos #artvibes

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Zhanna Reed (@zhelre)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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”Leftie paints” sprung from a mini exploration series of “leftie doodles” in January 2019. These leftie series are an invitation to explore outside of one’s common creative niche. Zhelré (the artist), more commonly known as Zhanna Reed, is a vocal musician, writer, model, actor, dancer, accustomed right-hander, and occasional leftie. Enjoy the dexterity of this leftie journey. Special thanks to Carrie Catalano. Music: “Avalanche” by Afro Jazz. Major support provided by M&T Bank. Additional support provided by Savarino Companies. @zhelre @ub_artsandsciences @ubcfa @ubdeptart @ubtheatredance @mediastudyub @ubartgalleries #ubmusic @mandt_bank @savarinocompanies @universityatbuffalo #thisisfair #newartdealers #UBuffalo #ubartscollaboratory @buffalony #wny #UBuffalostrong #wnyculturalconnections #wny #buffalony #artathome #artwhereyouare #artatub #artforthesociallydistanced #teachingmuseum #liveyourartathome

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Julia Bottoms (@joo_lea)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Jason Brown’s name and story is one we all should know when we talk about black excellence/ giving back to those around us. I don’t think this man has gotten the recognition he deserves for his bold commitment to service. Back in 2009 Brown Had a 5 year 37.5 million dollar contract with NFL (the highest paid center in NFL history!). He walked away from football after making $25 million with plenty of career still ahead of him. Brown states that he did this because “When I think about a life of greatness I think about a life of service.” Upon leaving the NFL, Brown was determined to start a farm, even despite not knowing a thing about farming. When others told him it was a mistake he remained steadfast and gained the knowledge he needed from YouTube! His farm is all about sharing with his community and aiding in hunger relief in North Carolina. He takes what he harvests from his land gives it to those in need. His farm has also expanded to awesome community minded initiatives like the Sow A Seed project, which encourages others to grow gardens and donate the food to those in need. Brown is quoted as saying “Love is the most wonderful currency you can give anyone.” Thank you @wisefarmerbrown Jason Brown for your service to others and your community-minded leadership! Check out his page and his website to learn more: https://wisdomforlife.org/firstfruitsfarm Cred: Mila J #blackchangemakers #blackartist #oiloncanvas #miniaturepainting #timelapse #jasonbrown

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John Baker (@johnbakart)

Obsidian Bellis (@maybeheaven)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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✨Demystifying The Stars is on its way to those who Pre-Ordered. Limited releases available online at Noon EST for those who still would love a copy. If you are black and would like to PWYC (Pay What You Can) for a PDF, my DMs are open for you. Illustration Preview of: @alexsappy . . . . #diy #zine #photography #portrait #illustration #blackartist #bipoc #creative #indiepress #maybeheavenarts

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LeRoi C. Johnson (@LeRoiC.Johnson)

George Afedzi Hughes

Rodney Taylor rodneytaylorstudio.com

George Afedzi Hughes (@afedzi43)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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“Royal Poker” on display at @buffaloartsstudio. Join me at the opening 1/26/18 from 5-8pm. #contemporaryart #redcoats #poker #painting #politics #africa #africadiaspora #africa #ghana #voice #views #ny #buffalo #artopening #georgeafedzihughes #ub

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Chris George (@empty.fortune.cookie and @giruck)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Acrylic on .25x24x24” plywood

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Kobie Barber (@kobie_barber_artist)

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Music:

Jae Skeese (@jaeskeese)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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“Hiigher” Produced By @camoflaugemonk Is Available Now On All Streaming Platforms... Drop A ✈️✈️✈️ Once You Let That Rock In My Comments #collectyourwealth

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Walter Kemp 3 (@walterkemp3)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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In action.... @yamahamusicusa #gruvology #originalcomposition #originalmusic #freethinking #yamahapiano

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Zuri Appleby (@zuriapplebass)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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The amount of love I’ve been getting from my city and the people of it has been insane First @937wblk with @adrivthegogetta now a write up in the Buffalo Challenger I’m feeling saturated in love. Thank you to everyone who’s supportive of me and this music thang. Feeling so blessed. Feeling so loved. Feeling so thankful ❤️❤️❤️❤️ #BuffaLove

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Drea Dnur (@drea_dnur)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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“I’ll Rise Up”. @darronlw

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Van Taylor (@vantaylorproductions)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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The man behind the music. Meet our founder Van Taylor. From a young age Van had a love and passion for music, and turned his passion into his life’s work while still managing time to be a friend, husband and father. Van has been a long time member of the DOD, various board member positions of the coloured musicians club as well as being the conductor/leader of UST topaz, Taylor Made Jazz, and three to go music. To find out more about Van and vantaylorproductions visit our facebook pages: Van Taylor Taylor Made Jazz Van Taylor Productions Three to go Music

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Armonde Moe Badger (@moebadger)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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As a Police Officer living in these historic times whether it’s the Covid Pandemic or the unrest in our cities one thing I know is we need to be healed LOVE>HATE I always tell people @lizbadger is the real singer I just scream and cry

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Jason Redding DJ Reazon (@reazon716)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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What's been keeping me sane. #dtic #athome #quarantinelife

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Curtis Lovell (@curtislovellmusic)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Thank you. Thank you. thank you. @ojodefortuna @cherubinoir @taly__inkz @artejaqui !!!! ❤️ @miss.mermaidez

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MYQ F (@fkaunicrn)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Recorded Live @gcraudio Journey of Healing by Ten Thousand. Healing is saying I’m sorry. #myqf #716music #originalmusic #healing #forgiveness #riseabove #imsorry #farrow

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Jaz Frazier (@jazfrazinc)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Check out Hop’s feature on the @intofruitioncollab bio ✌ HH May be sleepy but she still woke... awake... around. #introspection #hiatus Dream Team @markdugganphotography @_pocha_concha_

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Lil Yami Kai (@lilyamikai)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Desiree Elise (@blaqbirddd)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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full video of me busking in the underground subway station in New York City with artist G-Wyll!

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Photography:

Kenn Morgan

DJ Carr (@djcarrr)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Act like you know what time it is.

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Merik Goma Photography (@meriklg)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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As I wait, untitled #5 This is part of project I have been working on, this and other Works I have completed while at #nxthvn are up at the @tiltongallery till January, if you can stop by! . . . . . #InstaGood #VSCOcam #IllGrammers #CreateAndCapture #TheImaged #HypeBeast #PhotographyIsLifee #LiveFolk #PostEmotion #MobileMag #TangledInFilm #BleachMyFilm #Ftwotw #FeatureMeOfH #ShotzDelight #MoodyGrams #AGameofTones #FatalFrames #HeaterCentral #JustGoShoot #ArtOfVisuals #HighSnobiety #CollectivelyCreate #VisualAmbassadors #fineart #fineartphotography #nxthvnfellow

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Alana Adeotola (@alanadetolarts__photography)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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“But I’ll only fade away...& I’d hate to fade alone...” • @queenchee.life @subculture.kay

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Rasheed Jones ( @blackbeltjonez114)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Rook Hawkins (@awrstudios)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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The same hand that shoots.. creates other worlds... 2018 capture

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Christopher Ronald Shipman (@legacyphotographycrshipman)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Shot: 12/8/18 _______________ #Model: Shy @neara_shy_ Shy is the reason I bought the fairy lights in the first place. With her wanting to add this part to her shoot, it let me expand a little. Even though I had never done it before. So it was a strange form of trust there that I'd do at least a decent job. It took us a while to get into the solid Grove to do these...but we pulled it off.... eventually. Shy had it down packed. I have more to learn but this is a solid start. _______________________________________________ Follow Legacy Photography on #Facebook! Link is in the bio. And follow this gram for special photos and sample of photoshoot sets. _______________________________________________ #legacyphotographycrshipman #zeiss55mm17 #sonya6500 #photography #photographer #Buffalophotographer #capturethemoments #sonyalphagang #handicappedphotographer #sonymirrorless #sonycamera #hashtagstepoutbuffalo #selftaughtphotography #portaitphotography #fairylights #fairylightphotography

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Paul Knight (@paullknight)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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“Escaping the city” Model: my brother @nlswolf

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Unique Visions (@unique_visions_716)

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Yung PainKiller (@yungpainkiller)

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Gary Earl Ross (@garyearlross)

Karima Amin (@KarimaAmin)

Brandon Williamson (@pureinkpoetry)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Moments from Night of Champions. Photos by JW Design and Photo

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Betty Jean Grant (@BettyJeanGrant)

Eve Williams Wilson (@eveinpeace) Just Buffalo Literary Center

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Media/Film/Theatre:

Korey Green (@1koreygreen)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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The Blackness Project Directed by: Korey Green

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Addison Henderson (@realaddison)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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A commercial spot I directed for @americanblackfilmfestival me and the crew shot all our locations in one day. Bless you guys for riding with me. See you in Miami! #abff #abffhonors #filmmaking @morganaliciaa great job! : @christycarewmusic

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Johnette Warren Askew & Marvin Askew II (@expressedent)

Verneice Turner (@verneiceturner )

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Phil Davis Sr. (@PhilDavisSr.)

Doug Ruffin (@urbanlegacyfilmworks)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Image by @alanadetolarts___photography

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Dance/Drag:

Nakita Moné (@nakita_monet)

Brooklynn Walker (@moxiemichel)

Shane Depree Fry (@shane_depree) soundcloud

Christian Jones (@christian.javaughn)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Nazir Muhummad (@a_kingnamed_simba)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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 Denny Hemphill (@nyeusigoat_frevkquency)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Fun #dennyhempclasses Kids Intermediate Hip-Hop classes| Every Thursday | @7pm | @_thedancecamp | 25th Anniversary

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Naila Ansari (@naila_scholarist)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Pause. Breath. But Don’t Stop. Naila Ansari and Marquis Burton return with a new dance and poetry collaboration: Pause. Breath. But Don’t Stop. The practice of movement and words allows for moments of breath and pause without stopping. Reflecting on recent events and murders of Black folks in America, Ansari and Burton look to bring healing--and also a recognition that this time in history is not just a moment of revolution, but rather an alternative way of existing. @naila_scholartist @tenthousandpoetry @ub_artsandsciences @mediastudyub @ubartgalleries @ubcfa @ubdeptart @ubtheatredance #ubmusic @mandt_bank @savarinocompanies @universityatbuffalo #Ubuffalo #ubartscollaboratory #wny #wnyculturalconnections #buffalony #artathome #artwhereyouare #artatub #artforthesociallydistanced #liveyourartathome #contemporaryart #contemporarydance #choreography #covidart #quarantinelife #quarantineartclub #quarantineart #remotelyyours #dance #videoart #zoomart #liveperformance

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James Levy, Jr. ( @jlev104)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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@dsmoke7 - Top Of the Morning . . . #FreestyleFlow

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Sapphire SeaQueen (@_shesadanca)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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I am a BLACK WOMAN!.... I build .... I don’t tear down other BLACK WOMEN! .... I have felt the pain of being torn down and I have decided I will be deliberate about building others up! All too often, we find it easier to criticize each other instead of building each other up. With all the negativity going on around us, let’s do something positive!! Upload one picture of yourself... Only you. Then tag as many sisters to do the same. Let’s build ourselves up, instead of tearing ourselves down. COPY AND PASTE

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Sistah Don (@sistah_don)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Are you even a dancer if you haven’t performed or been dancing? ✨ ⠀⠀ ✨ This question has plagued me for the last couple of months of my recovery. ✨ ⠀⠀ ✨ My answer is yes! Of course I am and as I build back up to the bad bitch I am it becomes more clear. ⠀⠀ ✨ ⠀⠀ ✨ ⠀⠀ I am a dancer in times of rest, stress and anything else. ✨ ⠀⠀ ✨ ⠀⠀ Never forget what you are beautiful ones even when you’re called to rest. : NJBphotography&design #blackburlesueperformer #dancer #soulglo #boogie #disco #sensualself #movementspecialist #ipreview

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Joan DeMonique Grace (@joangraceofficial)

 

 

 

 

 

 

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