"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. Tilghman's art is a visual symphony, known for its extravagant color palettes and unique blend of cubism, impressionism, and realism.
"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…