Noble Alkhemy

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“Grandma Ruth’s bountiful Gardens” 24x36” on canvas now on display….Giving Light: Arts for Social Justice through the lens of human rights


700 Manida StreetNY, 10474
On View until July 23, 2022

BronxArtSpace is pleased to announce .erly1 curatorial debut in
Giving Light: Arts for Social Justice through the lens of human rights.
Through the lens of a mother, community organizer, and Bronx resident she presents an exhibit of diverse forms of expression that will provoke thought, emotion, conversation, and a call to action.
She is joined by 12 artists who have responded to this public health issue that primarily impacts communities of color. The exhibition gives light to the issue and the need for healing from trauma while sending light to those who have survived and those who are no longer here due to the epidemic of gun violence.

The exhibiting artists include Noble Dre Ali, Aileen Bassis, Kiki Bencosme, Daniel Castro, Jordan Corine Cruz, Christine Defazio, David Dixon, Shawn Mathis Gooden, Julia Justo, Azumi Uchitani, Diane T. Williams aka Artacted, and Tammy Wofsey.

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foragers 🌱Red Clover ☘️ located right in our backyard and helps to boost our . Inspired by our local herbalist 🙏🏽

CAC EXHIBITION ON VIEW: “The Mitchel Mandela” by artist Noble Dre*Ali at 205 Alexander Avenue in
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Inspired by his older brothers’ interest in and and the colorful intricate murals in his neighborhood, Noble Dre*Ali’s practice combines popular culture imagery with spiritual symbols. “The Mitchel Mandala” aims to portray the spirit and strength of residents through depictions of front line workers, persons of varied ages and races, and animals that symbolize and . ⁠
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Responding directly to sentiments shared among residents, the work is also a , honoring those recently lost to Covid-19 and gun violence. A Bronx resident for decades, the artist references the practice of making to offer and relief to the community. ⁠
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This project was produced by , in partnership with the Mitchel Resident Association and Mitchel Community Cornerstone. The program is made possible by the New York City Artist Corps and the pilot program — initiatives of the NYC Department of Cultural Affairs () and the Mayor’s Office ()