Partners in the Arts: Okorie ‘OkCello’ Johnson and Chaunesti Webb-Johnson’s ‘Big Tent Blackness’
Okorie Johnson and Chaunesti Webb-Johnson share a vision to expand the perception of Black art in America.
The couple aims to broaden the understanding of Black art and the spaces where African American artists contribute, introducing the concept of
“Big Tent Blackness”.
This concept transcends traditional categories like hip-hop, R&B, Jacob Lawrence's visual arts, or James Baldwin's literature, redefining what is considered authentically Black artistry.
Author's summary: Okorie Johnson and Chaunesti Webb-Johnson expand Black art perception.
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