BLACK IMAGINATION: The States of Matter + events

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BLACK VIBEZ: Waist Beading Circle
Sun, Aug 26
Virago Gallery
Aug 26, 2018, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Virago Gallery, 4537 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116, USA
Join an intimate circle of black-identified womxn for this waist-beading workshop. Waist beads, have traditionally been worn by African women for generations and serve many celebratory purposes. All materials provided.
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YOGA FOR HEALTH & JOY FT. Adam Jabari
Sat, Aug 25
Virago Gallery
Aug 25, 2018, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Virago Gallery, 4537 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116, USA
Adam Jabari practices yoga, photography, and being in the moment. Adam wants your black body to take up space. Embody, expand, stretch and strengthen in a safe community. When you are with Adam, expect to explore breath, mind, movement and stillness with clear guidance.
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THE DOC IS IN
Fri, Aug 24
Virago Gallery
Aug 24, 2018, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Virago Gallery, 4537 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116, USA
Health insurance or not ... give yourself the gift of some deep spiritual healing. Make an appointment and come away with your very own customized ritual object meant to conduct and amplify your joy. Appointments are 45 minutes long and begin on the hour.
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SOUND BATH FT. RACHAEL FERGUSON
Sun, Aug 19
Virago Gallery
Aug 19, 2018, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Virago Gallery, 4537 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116, USA
Rachael F. (Performance Artist, Playwright, NighTraiN, Clutch Douglass) will lead you sonically into her subconscious space with song and various sounds and narratives voiced by her family and friends. Persons who get to experience this auditory exploration will walk away with handmade mix-tapes!
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BLACK JOY BLESSING & CELEBRATION
Sat, Aug 18
Virago Gallery
Aug 18, 2018, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Virago Gallery, 4537 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116, USA
This is a ritualized celebration. A party with some humming incantations. The magic of release. The purpose is to celebrate the exhibition BLACK IMAGINATION: Ritual Objects which opens at Virago Gallery in West Seattle on August 6th and runs through September 2nd, 2018. www.black-imagination.com
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SOUND BATH FT. AMBER FLAME
Sat, Aug 11
Virago Gallery
Aug 11, 2018, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Virago Gallery, 4537 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116, USA
Using layered vocal harmonies and a child-sized Hello Kitty electric guitar, Amber Flame conjures a path to #blackjoy and freedom through a willful resonance with the universe.
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*INVITATION-ONLY* OPENING INCANTATION
Mon, Aug 06
Virago Gallery
Aug 06, 2018, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Virago Gallery, 4537 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116, USA
This is a private invitation-only event. Ritual Objects which opens at Virago Gallery in West Seattle on August 6th and runs through September 2nd, 2018. www.black-imagination.com
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THE DOC IS IN
Mon, Aug 06
Virago Gallery
Aug 06, 2018, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Virago Gallery, 4537 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116, USA
Health insurance or not ... give yourself the gift of some deep spiritual healing. Make an appointment and come away with your very own customized ritual object meant to conduct and amplify your joy. Appointments are 45 minutes long and begin on the hour.
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BLACK VIBES: Studio Visit *sunday* 6/17
Sun, Jun 17
Inscape Arts and Cultural Center
Jun 17, 2018, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Inscape Arts and Cultural Center, 815 Seattle Blvd S, Seattle, WA 98134, USA
Black Folks* are invited to meet up at INSCAPE in Seattle where I am Artist In Residence for creative conversations and generative "play-dates." Max: 12/day [Make an appointment by selecting "Black Joy & Black Vibes ONLY"]
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BLACK VIBES: Studio Visit *saturday* 6/16
Sat, Jun 16
Inscape Arts and Cultural Center
Jun 16, 2018, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Inscape Arts and Cultural Center, 815 Seattle Blvd S, Seattle, WA 98134, USA
Black Folks* are invited to meet up at INSCAPE in Seattle where I am Artist In Residence for creative conversations and generative "play-dates." Max: 12/day [Make an appointment by selecting "Black Joy & Black Vibes ONLY"]
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BLACK IMAGINARIUM (Inscape Open Studios)
Sat, Jun 09
Inscape Arts and Cultural Center
Jun 09, 2018, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Inscape Arts and Cultural Center, 815 Seattle Blvd S, Seattle, WA 98134, USA
Black Folks* are invited to meet up at INSCAPE in Seattle where I am Artist In Residence for creative conversations and generative "play-dates." [Make an appointment by selecting "Black Joy & Black Vibes ONLY"]
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BLACK VIBES: Studio Visit *sunday* 6/3
Sun, Jun 03
Inscape Arts and Cultural Center
Jun 03, 2018, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Inscape Arts and Cultural Center, 815 Seattle Blvd S, Seattle, WA 98134, USA
Black Folks* are invited to meet up at INSCAPE in Seattle where I am Artist In Residence for creative conversations and generative "play-dates." Max: 12/day [Make an appointment by selecting "Black Joy & Black Vibes ONLY"]
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BLACK VIBES: Studio Visit *saturday* 6/2
Sat, Jun 02
Inscape Arts and Cultural Center
Jun 02, 2018, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Inscape Arts and Cultural Center, 815 Seattle Blvd S, Seattle, WA 98134, USA
Black Folks* are invited to meet up at INSCAPE in Seattle where I am Artist In Residence for creative conversations and generative "play-dates." Max: 12/day [Make an appointment by selecting "Black Joy & Black Vibes ONLY"]
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BLACK VIBES: Studio Visit *sunday* 5/27
Sun, May 27
Inscape Arts and Cultural Center
May 27, 2018, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Inscape Arts and Cultural Center, 815 Seattle Blvd S, Seattle, WA 98134, USA
Black Folks* are invited to meet up at INSCAPE in Seattle where I am Artist In Residence for creative conversations and generative "play-dates." Max: 12/day [Make an appointment by selecting "Black Joy & Black Vibes ONLY"]
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BLACK VIBES: Studio Visit *saturday* 5/26
Sat, May 26
Inscape Arts and Cultural Center
May 26, 2018, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Inscape Arts and Cultural Center, 815 Seattle Blvd S, Seattle, WA 98134, USA
Black Folks* are invited to meet up at INSCAPE in Seattle where I am Artist In Residence for creative conversations and generative "play-dates." Max: 12/day [Make an appointment by selecting "Black Joy & Black Vibes ONLY"]
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BLACK VIBES: Studio Visit *sunday* 5/20
Sun, May 20
Inscape Arts and Cultural Center
May 20, 2018, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Inscape Arts and Cultural Center, 815 Seattle Blvd S, Seattle, WA 98134, USA
Black Folks* are invited to meet up at INSCAPE in Seattle where I am Artist In Residence for creative conversations and generative "play-dates." Max: 12/day [Make an appointment by selecting "Black Joy & Black Vibes ONLY"]
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BLACK VIBES: Studio Visit *saturday* 5/19
Sat, May 19
Inscape Arts and Cultural Center
May 19, 2018, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Inscape Arts and Cultural Center, 815 Seattle Blvd S, Seattle, WA 98134, USA
Black Folks* are invited to meet up at INSCAPE in Seattle where I am Artist In Residence for creative conversations and generative "play-dates." Max: 12/day [Make an appointment by selecting "Black Joy & Black Vibes ONLY"]
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BLACK IMAGINATION: (g)LISTENING *closing ritual*
Sat, May 12
Feast Arts Center
May 12, 2018, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Feast Arts Center, 1402 S 11th St, Tacoma, WA 98405, USA
CLOSING RITUAL Join us at 1pm for the Closing Ritual of The (g)LISTENING with Rachael Ferguson.
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BLACK IMAGINATION: The (g)LISTENING *friday*
Fri, May 11
Feast Arts Center
May 11, 2018, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Feast Arts Center, 1402 S 11th St, Tacoma, WA 98405, USA
This is an intimate time-based experience. Participants are invited to explore The (g)LISTENING for 30 minutes in small groups.
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BLACK IMAGINATION: The (g)LISTENING *friday*
Fri, May 04
Feast Arts Center
May 04, 2018, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Feast Arts Center, 1402 S 11th St, Tacoma, WA 98405, USA
This is an intimate time-based experience. Participants are invited to explore The (g)LISTENING for 30 minutes in small groups.
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BLACK IMAGINATION: The (g)LISTENING *thursday*
Thu, May 03
Feast Arts Center
May 03, 2018, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Feast Arts Center, 1402 S 11th St, Tacoma, WA 98405, USA
This is an intimate time-based experience. Participants are invited to explore The (g)LISTENING for 30 minutes in small groups.
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BLACK IMAGINATION: The (g)LISTENING *sunday*
Sun, Apr 29
Feast Arts Center
Apr 29, 2018, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Feast Arts Center, 1402 S 11th St, Tacoma, WA 98405, USA
This is an intimate time-based experience. Participants are invited to explore The (g)LISTENING for 30 minutes in small groups.
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BLACK IMAGINATION: The (g)LISTENING *saturday*
Sat, Apr 28
Feast Arts Center
Apr 28, 2018, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Feast Arts Center, 1402 S 11th St, Tacoma, WA 98405, USA
This is an intimate time-based experience. Participants are invited to explore The (g)LISTENING for 30 minutes in small groups.
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BLACK IMAGINATION: The (g)LISTENING *thursday*
Thu, Apr 26
Feast Arts Center
Apr 26, 2018, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Feast Arts Center, 1402 S 11th St, Tacoma, WA 98405, USA
This is an intimate time-based experience. Participants are invited to explore The (g)LISTENING for 30 minutes in small groups.
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BLACK IMAGINATION: The (g)LISTENING *sunday*
Sun, Apr 22
Feast Arts Center
Apr 22, 2018, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Feast Arts Center, 1402 S 11th St, Tacoma, WA 98405, USA
This is an intimate time-based experience. Participants are invited to explore The (g)LISTENING for 30 minutes in small groups.
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BLACK IMAGINATION: The (g)LISTENING *saturday*
Sat, Apr 21
Feast Arts Center
Apr 21, 2018, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Feast Arts Center, 1402 S 11th St, Tacoma, WA 98405, USA
This is an intimate time-based experience. Participants are invited to explore The (g)LISTENING for 30 minutes in small groups.
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BLACK IMAGINATION: The (g)LISTENING *friday*
Fri, Apr 20
Feast Arts Center
Apr 20, 2018, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Feast Arts Center, 1402 S 11th St, Tacoma, WA 98405, USA
This is an intimate time-based experience. Participants are invited to explore The (g)LISTENING for 30 minutes in small groups.
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BLACK IMAGINATION: (g)LISTENING *opening ritual*
Thu, Apr 19
Feast Arts Center
Apr 19, 2018, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Feast Arts Center, 1402 S 11th St, Tacoma, WA 98405, USA
OPENING RITUAL Join us at 6pm for drinks and then for a special "blind tasting" of 3 delectable courses by Greater Seattle's Premier Chef, Tarik Abdullah.
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BLACK IMAGINATION: The States of Matter
Sat, Jan 27
CLOSING RITUAL | CORE GALLERY
Jan 27, 2018, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
CLOSING RITUAL | CORE GALLERY, 117 Prefontaine Pl S, Seattle, WA 98104, USA
Closing Ritual Light Refreshments by Chef Tarik Abdullah
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THE BLACKOUT: Last Session
Fri, Jan 26
Core
Jan 26, 2018, 9:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Core, 117 Prefontaine Pl S, Seattle, WA 98104, USA
This is an intimate time-based experience. Participants are invited to explore The States of Matter for 30 minutes in small groups. We appreciate the support of our allies, comrades, and co-conspirators, but The BLACKOUT (the last session) is only for folx who identify as Black. Thank you!
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BLACK IMAGINATION: Jan. 26th (Fri)
Fri, Jan 26
Core
Jan 26, 2018, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Core, 117 Prefontaine Pl S, Seattle, WA 98104, USA
This is an intimate time-based experience. Participants are invited to explore The States of Matter for 30 minutes in small groups.
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BLACK IMAGINATION: Jan. 25th (Thurs)
Thu, Jan 25
Core
Jan 25, 2018, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Core, 117 Prefontaine Pl S, Seattle, WA 98104, USA
This is an intimate time-based experience. Participants are invited to explore The States of Matter for 30 minutes in small groups.
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BLACK IMAGINATION: Jan. 21st (Sun)
Sun, Jan 21
Core
Jan 21, 2018, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Core, 117 Prefontaine Pl S, Seattle, WA 98104, USA
This is an intimate time-based experience. Participants are invited to explore The States of Matter for 30 minutes in small groups.
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BLACK IMAGINATION: Jan. 20th (Sat)
Sat, Jan 20
Core
Jan 20, 2018, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Core, 117 Prefontaine Pl S, Seattle, WA 98104, USA
This is an intimate time-based experience. Participants are invited to explore The States of Matter for 30 minutes in small groups. WE ARE AT CAPACITY FOR SATURDAY THE 20th. Email nonwhiteworks@gmail.com to make arrangements for another time.
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BLACK IMAGINATION: Jan. 19th (Fri)
Fri, Jan 19
Core
Jan 19, 2018, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Core, 117 Prefontaine Pl S, Seattle, WA 98104, USA
This is an intimate time-based experience. Participants are invited to explore The States of Matter for 30 minutes in small groups.
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BLACK IMAGINATION: Jan. 18th (Thurs)
Thu, Jan 18
Core
Jan 18, 2018, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Core, 117 Prefontaine Pl S, Seattle, WA 98104, USA
This is an intimate time-based experience. Participants are invited to explore The States of Matter for 30 minutes in small groups.
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BLACK IMAGINATION: Jan. 14th (Sun)
Sun, Jan 14
Core
Jan 14, 2018, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Core, 117 Prefontaine Pl S, Seattle, WA 98104, USA
This is an intimate time-based experience. Participants are invited to explore The States of Matter for 30 minutes in small groups.
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BLACK IMAGINATION: Jan. 13th (Sat)
Sat, Jan 13
Core
Jan 13, 2018, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Core, 117 Prefontaine Pl S, Seattle, WA 98104, USA
This is an intimate time-based experience. Participants are invited to explore The States of Matter for 30 minutes in small groups.
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BLACK IMAGINATION: Jan. 12th (Fri)
Fri, Jan 12
Core
Jan 12, 2018, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Core, 117 Prefontaine Pl S, Seattle, WA 98104, USA
This is an intimate time-based experience. Participants are invited to explore The States of Matter for 30 minutes in small groups.
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BLACK IMAGINATION: Jan. 11th (Thurs)
Thu, Jan 11
Core
Jan 11, 2018, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Core, 117 Prefontaine Pl S, Seattle, WA 98104, USA
This is an intimate time-based experience. Participants are invited to explore The States of Matter for 30 minutes in small groups.
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BLACK IMAGINATION: Jan. 7th (Sun)
Sun, Jan 07
Core
Jan 07, 2018, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Core, 117 Prefontaine Pl S, Seattle, WA 98104, USA
This is an intimate time-based experience. Participants are invited to explore The States of Matter for 30 minutes in small groups.
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BLACK IMAGINATION: Jan. 6th (Sat)
Sat, Jan 06
Core
Jan 06, 2018, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Core, 117 Prefontaine Pl S, Seattle, WA 98104, USA
This is an intimate time-based experience. Participants are invited to explore The States of Matter for 30 minutes in small groups.
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BLACK IMAGINATION: Jan. 5th (Fri)
Fri, Jan 05
Core
Jan 05, 2018, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Core, 117 Prefontaine Pl S, Seattle, WA 98104, USA
This is an intimate time-based experience. Participants are invited to explore The States of Matter for 30 minutes in small groups.
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BLACK IMAGINATION: The States of Matter
Thu, Jan 04
OPENING RECEPTION | CORE GALLERY
Jan 04, 2018, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
OPENING RECEPTION | CORE GALLERY, 117 Prefontaine Pl S, Seattle, WA 98104, USA
OPENING RECEPTION Light Refreshments by Greater Seattle's Premier Private Chef, Celebrity Chef Maya
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