SOULWORK- A Conversation with William Kwamena - Poh Part 2

Showcasing inclusion, diversity, and equity with artists of color in the creative world.

Post conversation with William Kwamena-Poa a featured artist in SOULWORKS, an art exhibition held at the Evanston Art Center, June 15th - July 5, 2020. William was born in Ghana and came to the United States when his father came to teach history at Talladega College in Alabama as a Fulbright Scholar. William was introduced to the work of James Huff, an artist teaching at the college. According to William, “Huff painted huge and intricately detailed portraits of African American women that blew me away! They were so detailed, yet simplistic. I was lit on fire! I had that young braggadociousness and thought, I can do that!” William has since learned how much dedication, determination, and skill it takes to capture the essence of his subjects. He dedicates himself to the continual process of artistic challenge and personal growth so that his viewers can experience the beautify and diversity of our lives.

The purpose of the art show is to showcase inclusion, diversity, and equity with artists of color in the creative world. Rose Cannon of Cannon Fine Art in collaboration with Artist and Curator, Fran Joy, brought ‘SOULWORKS’, a collection of art by artists of color, both renowned and emerging, to the Evanston Art Center. June 15 - July 5, 2020. The Virtual Celebration was held on Thursday, June 18th,  from 6-8pm. The group show included Black American, Creole, African, Caribbean, and Japanese artists, exhibiting an eclectic and exciting array of artwork.