Hands-on with Photo Collaging
with Sanah Brown-Bowers
Join us for a hands-on workshop led by Sanah Brown-Bowers where participants are invited to piece together a whimsical world of stories untold. We will delve into the artist’s practice of using collage to explore the Black archive, and loop together images and colors through repetition and theme. From the playfulness of Dr. Seuss and Mr. Rogers—characters that have influenced the artist—to the depth of our matriarchal and ancestral histories, we will create a collage-based time capsule on a charcuterie board, embellished with a splash of paint and a sprinkle of glitter.
No experience necessary. All materials provided.
IMAGE: Sanah Brown-Bowers, Descendants, 2024, Spray paint, acrylic paint, collage, resin on wood
About Sanah Brown-Bowers
Sanah Brown-Bowers is a self-taught artist whose vibrant and detailed acrylic and oil paintings celebrate Black joy and the enduring strength of family bonds. Her work draws inspiration from her childhood in 1980s Queens, New York, and often features portraits of her family members alongside pop art elements, whimsical details, and found objects that create a sense of nostalgia and wonder. Through her art, Sanah seeks to honor her ancestors and restore hope to a community whose history and identity have often been marginalized and erased. Sanah’s unique artistic vision has earned her numerous awards and accolades, including first place in the McKinney Black History Art Competition, a scholarship from the Priscilla Art Club of Dallas, and Best of Show at the Lenora Rolla Heritage Center Museum in Fort Worth, Texas.
