The future of Black art starts here!
This summer, Diasporal Rhythms is hosting Keepers of the Flame—a free, immersive arts residency for Bronzeville’s youth.
We’re removing every barrier, covering all materials, meals, and transportation so our kids can create alongside master artists.
To make this happen, we need your help. We’ve raised $1,025 toward our $2,400 goal to fully fund the program, and we’ve extended our deadline to May 7th.
Step into the circle of patrons making this possible. Help us reach our goal for Bronzeville’s youth today.
Tap the link in our bio to fund the future of Black art.
#DiasporalRhythms #Bronzeville #KeepersOfTheFlame #chicagoyouth #summeryouthprogram
Diasporal Rhythms is where Black art isn’t just admired — it’s experienced, collected, and lived.
Studio visits. Curated dinners. Collector gatherings. Exclusive trips. Membership puts you in the rooms that matter, surrounded by the artists, curators, and collectors shaping culture in Chicago and beyond.
This isn’t just access. It’s belonging.
Become a member and join us in celebrating, preserving, and expanding the legacy of art across the diaspora.
Tap the Link in our bio to join.
Visit diasporalrhythms.org to learn more.
#diasporalrhythms #blackartmatters #artandculture #chicagoculture #collectorscircle
Art. Culture. Community. All in one place.
Follow our official page @diasporalrhythms for art, events, and experiences that speak to the culture across the African Diaspora.
Become a member for exclusive access and more → diasporalrhythms.org
Link in bio.
#diasporalrhythms #africandiaspora #blackart #diasporaart #blackartcollectors
An artist’s studio is more than a workspace, it’s a sanctuary.
On May 2nd, we had the privilege of stepping into the creative sanctuary of @jamiahcalvin . While you can catch glimpses of his incredible work resting in the background, the conversation and the undeniable energy of his space is invaluable. Thank you, Jamiah, for opening your doors and sharing a piece of your world with us!
Want to be in the room where it happens? Join the movement.
From emerging artists to major exhibitions, Diasporal Rhythms members receive exclusive studio visits, early access, curated experiences, and more.
🔗 Hit the link in our bio to become a member today!
#InsideTheStudio #DiasporalRhythms #JamiahCalvin #ChicagoArt #BlackArtCollectors StudioVisit ContemporaryBlackArt SupportBlackArtists
Ready to talk legacy?
Art Smart is back! We’re moving beyond aesthetics to talk ownership, equity, and the true value of African American art. Don’t miss this curated conversation on the market with the collectors and creators leading the charge.
June 27th | 1:00 PM
Topic: The Business of Art
Location: The University of Chicago
915 E 60th St. Chicago, IL
Hosted by:
Oscar Bedolla (@flourishartaccelerator Co-Founder)
Featuring:
Collector Sonia D. Spencer
Artist Paul Branton (@paul_branton_art )
Artist Makeba Kedem DuBose (@mkdubose_art )
Artist Tony Smith
#DiasporalRhythms #BlackArtCollectors #ChicagoArt #ArtSmart #contemporaryblackart
Black motherhood is a masterpiece of resilience, beauty, and boundless love.
This Mother’s Day, we celebrate this sacred bond through the eyes of the artists who capture it best. Spanning from the monumental work of Elizabeth Catlett to the striking contemporary visions of Njideka Akunyili Crosby and Amy Sherald, the African Diaspora continues to elevate and immortalize the matriarch.
Explore this curated visual journey into the essence of maternal devotion.
Happy Mother’s Day from Diasporal Rhythms! 🖤✨
#DiasporalRhythms #BlackArt #MothersDay #BlackMotherhood #africandiasporaart
New York moves fast, but we brought our own rhythm.
Last month, Diasporal Rhythms took over NYC. We spent four days inside the studios and rooms of the African diaspora’s premier artists.
We moved from the Studio Museum in Harlem to MoCADA in Brooklyn. Sat with Sadaf Padder’s work at Sargent’s Daughters. Explored the Hemingway African Gallery and Richard Beavers Gallery with Kaima Marie Akarue and Tyreek Morrison.
The highlight? An exclusive invite into the home of Chicago film director Coodie Simmons to explore his private collection.
This is how we experience art.
Hit the link in our bio to become a member and join us today.
#DiasporalRhythms #BlackArt #ArtCollectors #NYCArt #OnTheRoad BlackArtists
May is already in motion, and we’re back with Art Events For The Culture—our monthly guide to the artists, galleries, and exhibitions shaping how we experience Black art across the diaspora.
This month, we’re locking in on Chicago. These are the rooms, shows, and experiences that matter right now what every collector, creator, and culture lover needs on their radar.
Swipe through for the lineup & save the dates.
#diasporalrhythms #diaspora #artandculture #chicagoart fortheculture
This Saturday, Diasporal Rhythms is taking you straight to the source: an exclusive look inside the studio of Chicago’s own @jamiahcalvin .
Raised in Austin, Jamiah’s work is a sharp collision of West Side realities, military experience, and a deep love for comics and anime. He’s left his mark on walls from Chicago to Detroit to Oaxaca, Mexico. Now, with a BFA from NIU and currently expanding his practice at SAIC, he’s building a legacy that demands attention.
Connect with the artist, see his creative process up close, and experience @jamiahcalvin ‘s work in an intimate setting.
THIS Saturday, May 2nd | 12:00 PM
Bridgeport Arts Center – 4th Floor (1200 W 35th St, Chicago)
RSVP at the link in bio to confirm your spot.
#DiasporalRhythms #JamiahCalvin #BlackArtCollectors #ChicagoArt #bridgeportartscenter
The Collector’s Glossary: 6 Terms to Know
Great collections are built on a shared language. Whether you’re placing your first bid or refining a private collection, understanding the lexicon of Black contemporary art deepens the dialogue between you and the canvas.
Here are six essential terms defining the diaspora’s art landscape right now.
#BlackContemporaryArt
#ArtCollecting
#DiasporaArt
#ArtMarket
#diasporalrhythms
Springtime Chi ☀️
For over 20 years, we’ve been patrons and protectors of Black art. Part of that work is making sure we show up for the institutions that show up for us.
Spring is the perfect time to explore Chicago’s art scene. But intention matters. If you’re looking to support spaces that center and elevate artists of the African diaspora, start here.
Swipe through for a look at the world-class, Black-owned galleries shaping the contemporary art world right now. Whether you’re heading to the West Loop for @galleryanthony , taking in global works at @marianeibrahimgallery , or visiting Bronzeville institutions like @gallery_guichard and @blancgallerychicago these are the rooms to visit this spring.
Want to go deeper? We host monthly studio visits and curated experiences to connect you directly with the culture. Become a Diasporal Rhythms member at the link in our bio.
#diasporalrhythms #blackart #artandculture #cityguides #chicagoevents blackownedgalleries
We love seeing Black collectors making headlines. The Chicago Sun-Times recently featured @blackcollectorsguild and their impact at @expochicago
When we gather to buy, share, and advocate for Black art, we shift the entire culture. It is about taking ownership of our stories and ensuring our artists get the institutional recognition they deserve.
At Diasporal Rhythms, this shared vision drives everything we do. If you are ready to collect with intention and connect with a community that gets it, there is a place for you here.
Hit the link in our bio to become a member today.
#blackart
#blackcollectors
#blackcollectorsguild
#expochicago
#diasporalrhythms
