Tag: Akron Black Artists Guild

Beyond the Wall: Artists as Builders of Healthy Communities

When the Akron Black Artist Guild unveiled Redlining Redefined in June, the mural marked the completion of a public art project and, more importantly, demonstrated what happens when artists are trusted to lead community conversations. The mural explored Akron’s history of redlining through archival photographs, historical research, and community storytelling. Residents shared family photographs, memories, and lived experiences, transforming the […]

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Akron Black Artists Guild: Progress Isn’t Always Loud

Progress doesn’t always arrive with ribbon cuttings or headlines. Often, it shows up quietly in shared spaces, honest conversations, and consistent acts of care. Akron Black Artist Guild believe some of the most meaningful change happens when artists gather with intention. Through workshops, youth engagement, exhibitions, and shared meals, we create spaces where people feel seen, heard, and valued. These […]

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Giving Back to Our Community: Words & Art

The Akron Black Artist Guild proudly launched a pilot program in November in collaboration with the Summit County Maple Valley Library. This initiative, called the Words & Art Workshops, offers a transformative two-week experience that nurtures well-being and empowers participants from diverse artistic backgrounds to unlock their creativity, enhance self-awareness, and strengthen critical thinking skills through the magic of literature […]

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A New Stream: Akron Black Artist Guild Dives into Media

by Tyron Hoisten The Akron Black Artist Guild (ABAG) is making a strategic shift—moving beyond traditional funding models and stepping into media as a powerhouse tool for amplification, sustainability, and legacy building. In a world where attention is currency, ABAG recognizes that media isn’t just a stage—it’s a megaphone with an endless shelf life. A well-told story can be shared, […]

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Outlined in Black: Celebrating Richness and Culture, with Akron Black Artists Guild

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The Outlined in Black Exhibition is Akron Black Artist Guild’s signature event. It brings together artists, art enthusiasts, and cultural advocates in a shared space to engage, learn from each other, and celebrate the richness and diversity of Black art and culture. It is an exhibition of immense importance in the art and culture community, particularly for artists here in […]

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