January 15th - February 26th, 2012
While African Americans look for their historical roots, Tesfaye revels in searching out his branches. As he has stated, “Together we form a Tree”. The visual and aural associations of the African American culture reverberate in his paintings in the featured “Comb Series”. The confluence of rhythmic designs and colors in an improvisational style are a reflection of the jazz music he loves.
TESFAYE TESSEMA has achieved recognition and earned respect for his work at a national and international level during the past decades. In addition to exhibiting at the Guggenheim Museum in New York, his work has been exhibited in France, Germany, England, and Japan.
February 25th 1-5pm
This workshop will explore how the medium shadow box making can be used to make a personal statement about your life and times. We will use fabric, objects of art, photographs, and words of empowerment to create a unique piece of art.
$50.00 for the class $10.00 for supplies
Contact Mansa K. Mussa at (973) 978-0972 or mansamussa@verizon.net for more info and to sign up for class.