CF Webber Gallery Presents “Perfect Black: Visual Expressions of the Southern, Rural, African American Experience”

The College of Central Florida's own art gallery will be presenting an exhibition of work by Black artists from the American southeast.

352todayCF Webber GalleryThe College of Central Florida Webber Gallery presents 'Perfect Black: Visual Expressions of the Southern, Rural, African American Experience' exhibit Nov. 6-Dec. 7. Shown here is Steve Prince's artwork entitled 'Living Epistle.'

OCALA, FL (352today.com) – The College of Central Florida (CF) Webber Gallery presents “Perfect Black: Visual Expressions of the Southern, Rural, African American Experience.” Visitors will see artwork that expresses the personal viewpoints of Black artists in the southeast in all mediums from Nov. 6 to Dec. 7.

This competitive, regional exhibition was inspired by Kentucky Poet Laureate Crystal Wilkinson’s 2021 book of poetry, Perfect Black. The book features vivid imagery of Crystal’s experience growing up in Southern Appalachia.

Steve Prince, director of engagement and distinguished artist in residence at the Muscarelle Museum at William and Mary University, will be judging the entries. Steve is a mixed media artist, master printmaker, lecturer and art educator who earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Xavier University of Louisiana and a Master of Fine Arts degree from Michigan State University.

There will a reception and awards presentation on Friday, Nov. 17 from 5 to 7 p.m. and the community is invited.

You can find the Webber Gallery at Ocala’s CF Campus at 3001 SW College Road. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Admission is free. For more information, visit Webber Gallery’s webpage or call 352-854-2322 x 1664.