Matthew S. Witkovsky
Sandor Chair and Curator in Photography and Media, as well as Vice President for Strategic Art Initiatives at the Art Institute of Chicago.
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Jan 30, 2025 • 38min
The Visual History of Panafricanism
Antoine I. Byrd, an expert in modern African art, and Matthew S. Witkovsky, a curator at the Art Institute of Chicago, dive into the rich visual history of Pan-Africanism. They discuss the groundbreaking exhibition 'Project a Black Planet', highlighting diverse artistic expressions tied to cultural identity. The conversation covers themes of home as both refuge and challenge, and the significance of artworks that reflect migration and community building. Their insights illuminate how art fosters connection and engagement within the Pan-African dialogue.
