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Roho Collective's Creative World: Where Imagination Meets Reality
On the Wall Exhibition
Leetta Douglas
A seasoned artist and architectural designer, she defies
convention by using sponges instead of brushes to create her unique
pieces. Her early artistic journey, characterized by a scholarship to
the Minneapolis College of Art and Design/Minneapolis Institute of Art
at age 18, laid the foundation for a rich educational experience,
culminating in a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Environmental Design
from the University of Houston and a Master of Education from the
University of St. Thomas.
In the 1980s, Leetta left her mark on the vibrant Houston art scene with
her abstract watercolors, dyes, and ink, her captivating pieces adorning
law offices and hospitals alike. As her career progressed into the 90s,
she adeptly shifted her focus to commercial design and architectural
renderings, displaying her remarkable versatility as an artist.
Today, Leetta finds joy in the expansive canvas of her acrylic and
marker art and in fine, textured papers where she exercises her love for
control with colored pencils. These intricate pieces underscore her
ability to produce detailed drawings that gracefully straddle
meticulousness and freedom. Leetta Douglas invites viewers to experience
the world as she sees it - bold, free, and utterly captivating.
Our Souls Shine Bright Exhibition
Our Souls Shine Bright” is a curatorial project featuring work from members of the ROHO Collective. The exhibition seeks to give a united voice through art that shines a light on the cultural experiences of artists of color. Works will speak to the endurance and emotion of existence post-pandemic and social uprisings of the past few years. The exhibition will use artistic expression to invite the community to an experience of connection, unity, liberation, and imagination.
This show will be held at the Cargill Gallery second floor of the Minneapolis Downtown Library. Here are your important dates:
Monday, June 5 – Thursday, July 27, 2023
Artist reception: Sunday, June 11, 3–5 pm
The artist talk on Sunday, July 16 from 3:30 – 5 pm
Creating A Digital Presence For BIPOC Creatives
For artists and Entrepreneurs of Color
This Digital Presence workshop is designed to help creatives boost their digital reputation in a post-COVID-19 environment. The session will give participants the digital skills they need to make the most of emerging markets and the changing economic landscape.
Agenda
- What has changed since COVID-19
- SEO, Websites, and Google
- Social Media in 2023 do’s and don’ts
Grant Writing Workshop
For artists and Entrepreneurs of Color
Learn the basics of grant writing with artist and grant writing expert Cara Deanes.
In this participant-driven workshop, you’ll learn how to interpret grant guidelines, write compelling narratives, create budgets with notes, and gather documents to support your proposal.
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how we rolled in 2019 - highlights
Art in the Yard
Street Couture - Auction
Street Couture - Auction
Our second Art in the Yard event, hosted by
Board Member, Richard Moody, and in conjunction with East Isles 8th Annual Super Sale
where there was plenty of artwork for sale,
including wearable art.
Hope to see you again next year!
Street Couture - Auction
Street Couture - Auction
Street Couture - Auction
Art and Mingle
Street Couture Fashion Show and Auction
We kicked off FLOW with our second
ROHO Collective online auction. Yes, back by popular demand! Our very talented artists were showcased in Street Couture Fashion Show, with their artwork on
"up-cycled" denim jackets, all of which were donated by the artist for auction.
ROHO Collective thanks you
for your continued support.
Street Couture - Fashion Show
Street Couture - Fashion Show
Street Couture - Fashion Show
Street Couture Fashion Show
Roho Collective was featured in this Fashion Show
with up-cycled denim jackets of their artwork,
at
Regional Acceleration Center in Minneapolis
WE SET THE ROOFTOP ON FIRE!
WHAT an AWESOME SHOW!
FLOW: Northside Arts Crawl
Street Couture - Fashion Show
Street Couture - Fashion Show
FLOW: Northside Arts Crawl - Minneapolis
FLOW is a self guided tour of studios, galleries, theaters, commercial and vacant spaces over a mile and a half of the West Broadway Avenue corridor. From B-boys to ballet, graffiti to graphite, rap to rhapsody, fine artists and more. FLOW showcases great art being made every day on the Northside. FLOW is a program of the West Broadway Coalition that hosts over 300 artists of all ages and experiences at 35 different locations! An exciting weekend of indoor and outdoor activities.
About FLOW: Nortside Arts Crawl - roho Collective presents street couture
Street Couture Fashion Show & Auction
(photography by SepiaQueenPhotography)
Runway Walk
Just a sample - I guess you had to be there to
see the whole show - it was SPECTACULAR!
Wearable Art
That's the theme - and oh how the models
worked it!! A huge thank you to all the models!
Previous Exhibits
Metropolitan Regional Arts Council
Metropolitan Regional Arts Council
Metropolitan Regional Arts Council
This exhibit entitled, "NO BOUNDARIES"
... was an experience in social justice, empowerment and equality
as translated by ROHO COLLECTIVE
The show ran from November - February, 2019
Melanin Content
Metropolitan Regional Arts Council
Metropolitan Regional Arts Council
Testimonials:
"Our opening night was a success! Hard work and good energy pays off! Great job ROHO and thanks to our curator Sean Phillips for giving life to Melanin Content" - Stephanie
"Enjoying fabulous art and Artists at Roho Collective's Melanin Content exhibit" - Tammy
Inaugural Fundraising Event - February 2019
ROHO Collective closed out it's first Charity Fundraising Auction, which ran the entire month of February, celebrating Black History Month. Proceeds donated by bidders contributed to our matching funds for an Arts Grant to support our non-profit organization. We thank all of the participating artists who donated their works of art for bid.
2018 Events - Highlights
Melanin Content Exhibit
Walker Arts Center - Avant Garden
Melanin Content Exhibit
Copeland Art and Training Center THOR Companies
Closing Day of this gallery event ended with a Bang! at
"Imagine North" Block Party
on Plymouth and Penn Avenue,
North Minneapolis
Independent Film
Walker Arts Center - Avant Garden
Melanin Content Exhibit
Monarch Melanin Films
presented
"8 Seasons of Art"
Directed by Phil McGraw
Walker Arts Center - Avant Garden
Walker Arts Center - Avant Garden
Walker Arts Center - Avant Garden
We were in the House!!! and we'll see you next in 2019!!!
Walker Art Center: Avant Garden
Walker Art Center: Avant Garden
Walker Arts Center - Avant Garden
We kicked up our heels at
Walker Art Center - AG2018
Urban Arts Catwalk Glitz & Glam
Walker Art Center: Avant Garden
Urban Arts Catwalk Glitz & Glam
ROHO Collective showed up to support other Artists in the industry.
Jules Bowman, Christopher Harrison, and Delsita Day
FLOW: Northside Arts Crawl
Walker Art Center: Avant Garden
Urban Arts Catwalk Glitz & Glam
FLOW 2018 was an exciting event -
a beautiful day to get out and see beautiful artwork, enjoy a host of activities, food and entertainment.
Roho Collective showed off their artistic talent with a
"Live Paint" session.