Richard Blacksher

Congratulations to our Only Empire 2025 Live Act of the Year winners @midnightsnack_co for their incredible performances through the past year. This award was made possible by @thegarciacenterforthearts

Introducing Arts Connection’s 2025 Artists Microgrant Recipients! We’re excited to introduce the 26 artists selected for the 2025 cohort of @artsconnection_network Artists Microgrant Program. Each of these visionary creators reflects the depth, diversity, and imagination that make San Bernardino County such an amazing place to live and create. Through this program, artists receive direct funding to bring to life projects that spark community connection, celebrate cultural storytelling, and inspire creative innovation. From murals to music, poetry to performance, these artists remind us how creativity builds bridges and how local art shapes the heartbeat of the place we call home. What began in 2019 with just five $500 grants has now grown to distributing over $15,000 each year. Thanks to the continued partnership of @usbank and other generous supporters, this initiative keeps expanding opportunities for artists whose work uplifts and enriches our shared cultural landscape. We’re deeply grateful to @usbank for believing in the power of artists to strengthen communities and for helping us continue to grow a creative future for San Bernardino County.

It’s my birthday today, so why not drop this early. “The Lake” @ Creative Grounds Credits - Cello: Kristin Nyquist Saxophone: Jason Burce Mixing/Mastering: Timothy Jones Asst: Jhumani Chess Directed by A DeVon Johnson Special Thanks to Duan Kellum of Creative Grounds

@rudyfrancisco AT WORD 66. 🎤 Let that sit for a second. One of the most respected voices in spoken word is stepping onto our stage in San Bernardino — and we couldn’t think of a better month for it. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and this isn’t just an open mic. It’s a sanctuary. A space where words meet truth, where truth meets the road, and where every story has somewhere to go. Whether you’re coming to share a piece or just to be in the room when Rudy speaks — pull up. 🗓️ Friday, May 22 · 7:30 PM 📍 The Pulse · 479 W 4th St, San Bernardino 🎟️ $10 GA · $5 w/ Student ID 🎙️ Hosted by Brandon Allen + Dr. Ant Black Tickets at the link in bio or wordsixty6.com #Word66 #RudyFrancisco #SpokenWord #SanBernardino #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth ThePulseSB PoetryNight IE OpenMic

Love you still. Honoring you always.

“Went Super Saiyan a long time ago. I just added the bleach.” - Richard Blacksher

He is risen, indeed.

“Music is the weapon of the future.” - Fela Congratulations, @jseonthebeat on completing your Masters! @theneighborhoodorchestra @saxolutely @luischristian562 @ben_art_creation 🎥 @amberzalaya

Joy is the revolution. Music is the weapon.

Mixing “Slide Remix” by Richard Blacksher with “5th St. Groove” by Richard Blacksher. I’ve been an R.N.B. fan for a long time. Glad to hear his new stuff.

Back outside. Joy is a tool for the revolution.

All I want for Christmas, is these two.💕 This year marks year 3 of our annual Disney Christmas photo. Starting traditions.🥰 Merry Christmas from my gang, to yours.🎄 #christmas2025✨️❣️🎄