Fesseha Demessae is a self-taught artist formally trained in the fine arts, whose multidisciplinary practice spans drawing, sculpture, collage, photography, architecture, and design. Based in Maryland, USA, his work captures the cultural and ecological narratives shaping the African experience in the 21st century. Through projects such as the Lalibela Photographic Exhibition and the Sankofa Bird bronze sculpture, Demessae bridges heritage and modernity, celebrating the continuity of African symbolism through contemporary form.
With vibrancy in color, a mixture of acrylics and mix media, self-taught graffiti folk artist Britnee Scotts paintings capture a spunky contemporary culture. Presenting subjects that reflects on race, politics, and urban culture her works share a multitude of narratives. Her bold lines, and color has shaped a unique style in today’s art culture. Paying homage to Elizabeth Catlett, Aminah Robinson, Robert Colescott, and a connection of the Harlem Renaissance greats Faith Ringgold, Lois Mailou Jones, Brit bring those historical movements to fruition.
With a practice spanning over three decades, Samuel has established himself as an accomplished artist and has been featured in numerous gallery exhibitions and publications across the US and Europe. He continues to create new works in his studio in Glen Burnie.
Dave Greber is an artist, educator, and consultant based in Baltimore. His practice spans video, installation, sculpture, and interactive works, exploring the intersections of capitalism, spirituality, and technology. He has exhibited at the Whitney Museum of American Art, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, C24 Gallery in New York, and Sculpture Month Houston, with solo shows at the Arthur Roger Gallery. Major commissions include a 52-channel video installation for NYC’s MTA Arts and Design. His work has been featured in Art in America, Artforum, Hyperallergic, and Rhizome.
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Artist Joi Lowe talks about how she made per piece “Born Free” at Historic Sotterley, which is now part of the Moments in Nature exhibit at the Leonardtown library.
Medium: Mixed
Year: 2024
Details: Born Free
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Peace and Blessings- "I don’t consider myself an artist. There’s no formula behind what I create—no grand concept or polished technique. I make because I can, and because I love it. Every piece I’ve ever made is uniquely mine: imperfect, spontaneous, and unapologetically real."
"Where others see flaws, I see fingerprints. Where some seek symmetry, I embrace the unexpected. My work isn’t flawless—and that’s exactly the point. It’s not about perfection. It’s about presence."