Abstract Artist, Afrika Midnight Asha Abney

Abstract art is described as a non-representational form.

"In the very early 20th century, the term 'abstract art' was more often used to describe art, such as Cubist and Futurist art, that depicted real forms in a simplified or rather reduced way —keeping only an allusion of the original natural subject."

Abstract art gives me the freedom and power to depict images either on paper or canvas using various materials and methods through a non-representational approach. Additionally, it gives me the opportunity to capture elements as I view them through my  own eye. Through depicting images, I begin without a preliminary drawing and produce my vision through the power of the materials.

For some viewers, abstract art can be difficult to interpret and sell. Despite this, the challenges that arise from creating abstract art, it still is popular and intense.

More than 1O years in  the arts, exhibition and instruction. Skilled in developing and offering private art programs or workshops, producing flyers and promoting professional artists. Capable of coordinating solo shows. Capable of providing consultation services to artists, arts organizations, or private companies.

SPECIAL RECOGNITION

•Recipient, Young Artists Program Grant in 2003 – The D.C. Commission on the Arts

•Nominated,  Outstanding Emerging Artist for 17th Mayor's Arts Award in 2001 – The   D.C. Commission on the Arts

•Recipient, Small Projects in 2001 – The D.C. Commission on the Arts

•Recipient, Arts in Education Grant in 1997 – The D.C. Commission on the Arts

SELECTED SOLO EXHIBITIONS

“Images of Life.”Phish Tea Café , Washington, D.C. 2005

“Abstractions.” Norton Kirby Advertising, Washington, D.C. 2005

SELECTED GROUP EXHIBITIONS

“Art and Artifacts Show.” The Culture Shop, Washington, DC. 2006

“The All Hung Show.” Montepelier Cultural Arts Center, Laurel, MD.  2006

“Every Picture Tells A Story.” MOCA DC, Washington, DC. 2006

“Community Wide Art Exhibition.”Dupont Circle, Washington, D.C.  2005

“Kalorama Artists' Fair”. Mary's Maternal Child Development Center.  Washington, D.C. 2005

“Heritage Collections.” Emma Mae Gallery, Washington, D.C. 2005 - 2004

“James McLaugin Memorial Staff Show.” Phillips Collection, Washington, D.C.2000

“Celebrating Our Heritage Through The Arts.” Atrium Gallery One, Washington, D.C. 1999

“Evolution of Historical Symbolisms.” Corcoran Gallery of the Art, Hemicycle, Washington, D.C. 1997

“All Senior Summer Show.” Corcoran School of the Art, White Walls Gallery, Washington, D.C. 1997-1996

“The Best Show of Fine Artists.” Corcoran School of the Art, White Walls Gallery, Washington, D.C. 1996-1995

“In Celebration of Ourselves.” New Harlem Gallery, New York City, NY. 1994

“What I Love About America.” Wisteria ArtSpace, Brooklyn, NY. 1994

“Black Women Artists - Now and Forever.” New Harlem Gallery, New York City, NY. 1993

“Senior High School Artists.” The Congressional Art Competition. The Constituent Service Office, Washington, D.C. 1993

“An Artistic Discovery.” The National Competition for High School Students (Sponsored by The Congressional Arts Caucus.) The Constituent Service Office, Washington, D.C. 1992

SELECTED COMMISSIONS

Painting: Earth, Wind, Air and Fire for Marty Miller. 2005

Photograph: Djimo Kouyate and Mamaya. June 1997

SELECTED LIST OF PRIVATE COLLECTION

• Anacostia Gallery & Boutique, Washington,DC

• The Graham Collection, Washington, DC

• DC Arts Center, Washington, DC

•Renee Winfield Drawing and Design , Washington, DC

• Phish Tea Café , Washington, DC

• Porter Colloquium, Howard University Fine Art Department, Washington, DC

• CSNA and 14th and U Business and Arts Coalition (UBAC), Washington, DC

• Carver Recreation Center, Arlington, VA

• GWAC Foundation, Inc., Washington,DC

WORKSHOPS CONDUCTED

Kuumba Arts and Crafts Program. A - T Seban Mesut, Washington, D.C. Funded in part by the D.C. Commission on the Arts and Humanities. June - August 1998

Kuumba Arts and Crafts Program. DC Department Parks and Recreation (Emery, Parkview, Hamilton and Upshur Centers), Washington, DC. Funded in part by the D.C.Commission on the Arts and Humanities. June - August 1997

SELECTED INTERVIEWS, ARTICLES  AND PUBLISHED WORKS

"Mask #1 and Mask #2." Acrylic on Paper. Art Crit. January 8, 2007 http://www.theartcrit.blogspot.com

“Stepping Stones #1 and #2”. Mix Media Collage on Paper. A Singular Creation

Community Arts Newsletter – April – May 2006

http://communityarts.tripod.com/Microsoft_Word_-_CAM.pdf

“Stepping Stones #2”. Mix Media Collage on Paper. March 1, 2006 - http://asingularcreation.com/Newsletters/nl_march2006.htm

The Washington Informer - August 25, 2005 – August 31, 2005 - http://washingtoninformer.com/ARImagesofLife2005Aug25.html

Roll Call  - Home Grown Talent, July 28, 2005

“Butterfly #1.” Acrylic on Canvas. Abstract Painting. November 1, 2005. Inspire Me Cafe

“Butterfly #1.” Acrylic on Canvas. Abstract Painting. November 1, 2005. Art Revolutionaries Journal

“Ascension/Powerful Images.” Print on Paper. August 25, 2005 – August 31, 2005 – The Washington Informer .

“Butterfly #1.” Acrylic on Canvas. Abstract Painting. August 25, 2005 – August 31, 2005 – The Washington Informer.

“La Vertus de Afrique/The figures of Africa”. Print on Paper. August 25, 2005 – August 31, 2005 – The Washington Informer.

“Butterfly #1.” Acrylic on Canvas. Abstract Painting. August 20 - August 26, 2005 – The Washington Afro – American.

“Ascension/Powerful Images..” Print on Paper. July 28, 2005 - Roll Call.

SELECTED MEMBERSHIP/AFFILIATIONS

• Moca DC, Washington, DC
• Black Artists of DC, Washington, DC
• African American Art Collectors Networking Group
• Art Life Style Networking Group 
• Aesthestic Ascension Networking Group
• We Are Creative People (WACP)
• Guerilla Arts Ink, LLC

REFERENCES AND SAMPLES FURNISHED UPON REQUEST