The Way I See
Exhibition:
Ta-coumba T. Aiken | The Way I See
Duluth Art Institute (DAI)
Morrison Gallery
January 9–April 8, 2024
“Ta-coumba T. Aiken’s prismatic paintings begin in black and white—because that is how he sees. He starts with a black stroke that contrasts against the white canvas. Then, in a process Aiken calls spirit writing…“ — DAI
The poetry book combines Nationally acclaimed poet Arleta Little's poetry series with a selection of Ta-coumba’s paintings chosen to reflect the themes of mortality, ancestry, and beauty that swirl between word and image in their joint publication, Black Swallowtail.
Reception, artist talk The Way I See & Book Launch Black Swallowtail with poet Arleta Little.
Thursday, February 29, 2024 | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Ta-coumba T. Aiken, Conversations With the Future, 2023 Acrylic on canvas. 48”H X 24”W
Ta-coumba walks you through the exhibition: The Way I See at the Duluth Art Institute (DAI)
Art Access Through Unity Fund | Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation
This exhibition was made possible by the Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation Unity Fund.