Tag: art
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Bisa Butler and the Resurgence of Quilting in African American History
AAWA News
Jan 2026- In the vibrant world of contemporary art, few artists have captivated audiences and reignited interest in quilting like Bisa Butler. With quilts that shimmer like tapestries and portraits that pulse with life, Butler has redefined what this humble craft can be — transforming quilts into powerful works of art that celebrate Black identity,…
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Destiny Is a Rose: Inside Eileen Harris Norton’s Iconic Collection
AAWA News
Dec. 2025- Los Angeles, CA DTLA is currently home to one of the most influential and deeply personal exhibitions of the year: “Destiny Is a Rose: The Eileen Harris Norton Collection” at Hauser & Wirth. This sweeping showcase celebrates fifty years of visionary collecting by art advocate Eileen Harris Norton — a life’s work rooted…
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