Plastic on the Sofa

Plastic on the Sofa is an artist talk + collage workshop, honoring and exploring the role of the Black home in contemporary art. This event is inspired by Henry O. Tanner, the first black painter to gain international recognition. Join collage artists and cultural workers, Doriana Diaz, Destiny Crockett and founder of the Colored Girls Musuem, Vashti Dubois, as they discuss how Black domesticity influences their creative practices. Following the conversation, there will be a workshop where participants will create their own collages inspired by Henry O. Tanner’s depicition of Black vencular interiors, as seen in The Banjo Lesson. We'll also have some free treats from Down North Pizza, including vegan and vegetarian items!