"Open this Wall" Art Exhibition/Opening Reception ft. Dane Tilghman
Fri, Aug 09
|Ultra Silk Gallery
Enjoy the finest in Art, Music, Culinary Delights, Libations and toast to artistry at its best at Ultra Silk Gallery's Second Friday Event.
Time & Location
Aug 09, 2024, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Ultra Silk Gallery, Storefront, 3808 Lancaster Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA
About the Event
Step into an evocative space celebrating the vibrancy and depth of Black life through the dynamic works of Dane Tilghman. This exhibition, "Open this Wall: Reimagining Black Life with Passion and Precision," brings together Tilghman's bold and expressive paintings. Â Tilghman's art is a visual symphony, known for its extravagant color palettes and unique blend of cubism, impressionism, and realism.Â
"Open this Wall." This simple yet powerful plea encapsulates a profound desire for transformation and breaking through limitations. Dane Tilghman's art echoes the sentiment by transforming static historical images into lively, expressive pieces. His work "opens the wall" of the past, presenting a more vibrant and nuanced view of African American history and culture.  Scenes of African American musicians, sports figures, and everyday heroes populate Tilghman's canvases, each figure rendered with the spontaneity and precision of a master artist. His work reflects the richness and diversity of African American experiences—musicians lost in their craft, farmers tending their land, oyster fishermen casting their nets, each scene a testament to resilience and creativity. Â
This exhibition invites you to experience a journey of visual and emotional transformation. Through art, Tilghman honors the past while breaking through to a brighter, more expressive future.  “Open this Wall: Reimagining Black Life with Passion and Precision " Art Exhibit Opening Reception featuring works from Dane Tilghman will be held on Second Friday, August 9th, 2024 from 5PM-8PM at Ultra Silk Gallery (3808 Lancaster Avenue Philadelphia PA 19104).  Preview will be available when doors open at 12PM. Afterwards, the exhibition will be open for viewing during business hours until Saturday, September 7th 2024. For info, questions or inquiries please contact us at 215-824-6556. We look forward to welcoming you to Ultra Silk Gallery for an evening of art and inspiration.