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Shero Shero A Sistagraphy Exhibition Feb 16, 2019 - Mar 31, 2019 CURATOR Courtney Brooks ARTISTS Sistagraphy | Shelia Turner | Furery Terriy Reid | Susan J. Ross | Doris Derby | Nafisha Valita Sheriff | Carolyn Grady | Sharon B. Dowdell | Grace Kissa | Melissa Alexander | Evelyn Quinones | Sis Courtney | Jena P. Jones | Shakeesha Jeffries | Audrey M. Johnson | Sharee Swann | N'Dieye Gray Danavall | Tokie Rome | Malika Deshon | Shanicia Boswell | Monica Ealey | Bri Williams All Exhibits SINCLAIR GALLERY NEWS 2026 Jack Sinclair Gallery - Call for Artists ArtsXchange May 12 2 min read Toxic Beauty - Artist Talk - Sat, May 16, 2026 sinclairgallery May 5 1 min read

Thru the Lens Thru the Lens A reflection of life by mixed media artist Maceo Rogers Apr 30, 2022 - May 31, 2022 CURATOR / ARTIST Maceo Rogers Thru the Lens - Opening Reception Saturday, April 30th 2022 6PM-9PM ArtsXchange 2148 Newnan Street, East Point , GA 30344 A three hour art opening and reception showcasing, acrylic, dirt, and mixed media paintings by the artist Maceo Rogers. RSVP ______________________ Maceo Rogers Maceo was born in the small town of Edison, Georgia and grew up in rural Cuthbert, GA. Rogers began painting imagery of his environment such as old barns and rusted shacks within the rural setting. The first painting he sold netted $20, which triggered excitement and joy in that someone would pay money for his work. It wasn’t until he began attending arts and crafts shows around Southwest Georgia that his exposure to styles and artist techniques broaden his creative horizon. It was during his high school years while attending the Governor’s Honor Program in North Georgia that he got even more exposure to a lot of different mediums that would provide for greater experiments. After high school, Rogers attended the Atlanta College of Art, where he earned a BFA Degree in Visual Communications. Much of his work today consists of life experiences involving a wide range of subject matters. Maceo uses a number of different mediums including acrylic and oil paints, watercolors, pastels, dirt, pen and ink and charcoal to maximize creativity. Realism, Surrealism and Abstraction are core focuses of many of his paintings. Maceo has taught art classes at Fort Valley State University, Fort Valley, Georgia and around Atlanta, Georgia. He continues to mass market reproductions of his art. He’s received national recognition from such publications as True Imaging Magazine, Upscale Magazine, and Images Magazine, for his work. In addition, Maceo earned a CEcD in Economic Development, a graduate of Leadership DeKalb, Regional Leadership Institute, and a martial arts instructor in Cuong Nhu Oriental Martial Arts in Atlanta, GA. Maceo, his wife Sharon and their son Alexander live in Decatur, Georgia. All Exhibits SINCLAIR GALLERY NEWS 2026 Jack Sinclair Gallery - Call for Artists ArtsXchange May 12 2 min read Toxic Beauty - Artist Talk - Sat, May 16, 2026 sinclairgallery May 5 1 min read

Heavy Clouds Heavy Clouds A Solo Exhibition from C Flux Sing Dec 14, 2019 - Jan 18, 2020 CURATOR Courtney Brooks ARTIST C. Flux Sing While hundreds of clubgoers danced to the infectious rhythms honoring the African music legend Fela Kuti, there was also a large crowd incredibly standing still gawking at the live artwork being created by Atlanta-based artist Craig “Flux” Singleton aka C. Flux Sing . Using marker and acrylic paint, Sing’s amalgam of pastels and primary colors bordered by bold black lines collectively tell the story of the Black struggle, unity, humor, beauty… Somehow he takes themes from opposite extremes and vibrantly fuses them together to create masterpieces that quickly are purchased to adorn walls throughout the U.S. Whether it’s a hipster or an executive of a major corporation, a growing legion of admires are happily supporting C. Flux Sing’s amazing work. An import from Laurelton, New York, Mr. Sing has made Atlanta his home for more than a decade. However, getting his just recognition as one of the city’s most revered artists took patience. Currently, Georgia’s capital is taking on a revolutionary stance by finally embracing art in all its facets; in particular, Sing’s penchant for using vibrant color schemes which captivatingly tell the true story of the Black experience. But while he shines as a fine artist who consistently sells his artwork during exhibits including the globetrotting Art, Beats + Lyrics, “24 Reasons to Live”, I’m A Beast, and other productions which strive on showcasing particularly urban art created by the avant-garde, Sing refuses to be pigeonholed. Major corporations including Boost Mobile, And 1, Scion, and New Balance regularly hire him and his effortless grasp for graphic design, print media, and branding. So is there a way to describe Sing’s style? “I could never define what my style is,” Sing says after deep thought. “It’s continuously changing due to my self-growth and inspiration. I get bored easily so I am always driven to do something new that pushes the boundaries. I am inspired by comic strips, comic books, graffiti, abstract, graphic design, urban decay, surrealism and people; these are things that change randomly so there is always something new to create.” Although Sing’s creativity can be fueled from numerous outside sources and appear impulsive, his goals are very solid and leave no room for debate. “I really want to travel and spread my fine arts across the world,” he unveils. “I want to do large conceptual installations that inspire change; especially murals. It would be great to do it by myself, but I am equally open to do it with a union of artists.” Laughing, he concludes, “The end result is I really want to inspire children. It may sound cliché, but they truly represent the future. No one can argue that.” So whether it’s heading a new branding project for a major corporation based in a skyscraper in Atlanta’s bustling Midtown business district, or adorning a side of a building in Nairobi with a vibrant mural promoting self-determination, C.Flux Sing will always have an audience who will appreciate art that comes from the heart. To contact C. Flux Sing: Email flux@cfluxsing.com All Exhibits SINCLAIR GALLERY NEWS 2026 Jack Sinclair Gallery - Call for Artists ArtsXchange May 12 2 min read Toxic Beauty - Artist Talk - Sat, May 16, 2026 sinclairgallery May 5 1 min read

The Art of Being The Art of Being A Mediation of Blackness & Queerness July 20, 2024 - Aug 17, 2024 FEATURING WORKS BY: Ari Rozario Jonathan Elijah Valencia Washington Emmy Marshall Experience "The Art of Being," where four Black queer artists illuminate the intersection of Blackness and queerness. Witness their powerful expressions of authenticity, freedom, and joy in this thought-provoking exhibition. EVENTS The Art of Being - Opening Reception Saturday, July 20, 2024 7PM - 10PM Artsxchange The Art of Being | Opening Reception July 20, 2024, 7:00 – 10:00 PM East Point Register Now The Art of Being - Artist Talk Saturday, July 27, 2024 3PM - 5PM Artsxchange The Art of Being | Artist Talk July 27, 2024, 3:00 – 5:00 PM East Point Register Now SPONSORS: ArtsXchange Fulton County Arts & Culture Community Foundation of Greater Atlanta Fidelity Charitable Davis Bozeman Law MHR International The Black Man Lab All Exhibits SINCLAIR GALLERY NEWS 2026 Jack Sinclair Gallery - Call for Artists ArtsXchange May 12 2 min read Toxic Beauty - Artist Talk - Sat, May 16, 2026 sinclairgallery May 5 1 min read

The Art of Values The Art of Values A Group Exhibition Jan 10, 2019 - Feb 9, 2019 CURATOR Courtney Brooks ARTISTS Mirage. Derrick Phillips Sr. Sachi Rome. Anthony Truth Gary. Monica Ealey. Joe King. Shon Pittman. Michael McCullough. Kaya Faery. Jonathan Banks. Diyah Najah. Dante Yarbrough. Natrice Miller. C.flux sing. Marryum Moma. Tokie Rome Taylor. Tamika Grooms. Fabian Williams. V Kottavei Richmond The opening for Art of V.A.L.U.E.S group exhibition at the Sinclair Gallery was so amazing that we are excited to extend the show until Feb. 9th, 2019, but first we invite you to our Artist Talk on Sat. Feb. 2nd, from 2-5 pm! So save the date, bring a date and tell family and friends to come out to meet the artists behind the work on our gallery walls! ABOUT THE SHOW Our nation as a whole is in a need state of self-realization and topics of sensitivity are extreme. It is imperative that the arts community continues to spread knowledge of values through their work by creating discussion pieces that provide solutions and hope. The concept, The Art of V.A.L.U.E.S will demonstrate virtue, activism, love, understanding, expression, and solidarity and give artist free direction to showcase their views of the project. A collection of amazing artists were invited to share works that represent these values. Please come and support these creatives and experience good vibes curated by Courtney Brooks. All Exhibits SINCLAIR GALLERY NEWS 2026 Jack Sinclair Gallery - Call for Artists ArtsXchange May 12 2 min read Toxic Beauty - Artist Talk - Sat, May 16, 2026 sinclairgallery May 5 1 min read

Common Denominator COMMON DENOMINATOR 3rd Annual Exhibition by the Artist of the ArtsXchange Nov 20, 2021 - Dec 18, 2021 CURATORS Richard Washington Lisa Tuttle ARTISTS Ugo Agoruah | Jim Alexander | N’Dieye Gray Danavall | Theresa Davis | Tafawa | Rayfield Lewis | Alice Lovelace | Damon Mescudi | Lisa Tuttle | Laura Vela | Ric Washington | Kenneth Zakee All Exhibits SINCLAIR GALLERY NEWS 2026 Jack Sinclair Gallery - Call for Artists ArtsXchange May 12 2 min read Toxic Beauty - Artist Talk - Sat, May 16, 2026 sinclairgallery May 5 1 min read

Ritual Ritual : the birth of new freedom A collaborative work exhibition July 20, 2019 - Aug 17, 2019 CURATOR / ARTIST Charmaine Minniefield Exploring African & African-American Ritual from a Womanist Perspective The work of artist-activist, Charmaine Minniefield preserves Black narratives as a radical act of social justice. Firmly rooted in womanist social theory and ancestral veneration, her work draws from indigenous traditions as seen throughout Africa and the Diaspora, to explore African and African-American history, memory and ritual as an intentional push back against erasure, displacement, and misrepresentation. Her creative practice is community-based as her research and resulting bodies of work draw from the physical archives of a community, place or institution as she excavates the stories of African-American women-led resistance, spirituality and power in response to contemporary social landscapes. Her recent public works include projection mapping and site-specific installation which visually activate spaces of historical significance to insight dialogue around race, class and power. Through interdisciplinary collaboration she incorporates other art forms including physical movement to reveal embodied memories as resistance and healing, and utilizes sound, film and digital imagery to virtually bridge the past to the present. With a degree in Fine Art from Agnes Scott College, Charmaine Minniefield has also served the Atlanta area as an arts administrator for nearly 20 years, holding positions with such arts organizations as the National Black Arts Festival, the High Museum of Art and the Fulton County Department of Art and Culture, producing projects around art and activism with such organizations as Alternate ROOTS, Points of Light and Flux Projects. She recently served as faculty for the Department of Art and Visual Cultural at Spelman College and currently serves as faculty for Freedom University, an underground university for undocumented students. All Exhibits SINCLAIR GALLERY NEWS 2026 Jack Sinclair Gallery - Call for Artists ArtsXchange May 12 2 min read Toxic Beauty - Artist Talk - Sat, May 16, 2026 sinclairgallery May 5 1 min read

Recognizing 40 Years of Art for the People’s Sake For over 40 years, we have nurtured artists who in turn shared with us through engaging performances, exhibits, workshops, and classes. We have also been a safe place for those organizing and educating others about social injustices and the need for systemic change. See how you can help us reach our Anniversary goals. 40th Campaign Events Check Our Progress News & Updates Become A Member Make A Donation News & Updates More news 40th Anniversary Campaign Campaign Goal $40,000 Help us reach our Anniversary Campaign goals. Become a member, make a donation directly to the campaign, and/or become a sponsor. There are many ways to help us reach our goal! The 40 for 40 ArtsXchange campaign will provide us with funding towards: The Doris Derby Outdoor Learning Center Redesign of the Charles "Jikki" Riley Memorial Library with technology for podcast and workstations Community Outreach to schools Become a Member today Memberships purchased in 2024 will be added towards the 40 for 40 ArtsXchange Campaign! Check out our membership levels and offerings. Make a Donation One time payment or monthly payments accepted. All support is greatly appreciated. Help us continue the ArtsXchange Legacy! Become a Sponsor For sponsorship inquires, email sponsorship@artsxchange.org . In 1984, a group of determined artists and activists came together to open the Arts Exchange located in Grant Park. They had been charged by the vision of Mayor Maynard Jackson who believed that art was important to the growth of Atlanta. He supported the Neighborhood Arts Center which later burned down. Several of these artists carried this spirit forward gathering in various spaces to create. Ebon Dooley, our founder, took on the challenge to find a place that would welcome everyone. This sense of purpose and self-empowerment is the foundation of the ArtsXchange. For over 40 years, we have nurtured artists who in turn shared with us through engaging performances, exhibits, workshops, and classes. We have also been a safe place for those organizing and educating others about social injustices and the need for systemic change. Five years ago, we made the intentional choice to move to the city of East Point. It is here that we are planting deep roots for the next 40 years. We are asking ourselves, “What is the artist’s role in community development? How can we creatively promote dialogue around real issues impacting the quality of life around us?” These are big questions, but we have started to plant the seeds, whether by encouraging our neighbors to come learn about and plant their own garden; becoming a USDA-certified People’s Garden, or launching a series of Community Conversations around a variety of pressing topics. We are building important partnerships that move across Metro Atlanta. And we need your support! Become A Member Make A Donation Track Our Progress Anniversary Events Sat, Dec 07 7th Annual Ebon Dooley Arts & Social Justice Awards & 40th Birthday Celebration / The ArtsXchange Details Dec 07, 2024, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM The ArtsXchange, 2148 Newnan St, East Point, GA 30344, USA Your Membership is your Ticket! Annual memberships start at $40. Join us for a night to remember. Master of Ceremony, former Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin. The ArtsXchange is celebrating our Ebon Dooley Honorees & 40 years of programs and events, enriching lives and supporting Artists! Share Sun, Oct 13 AXC Jazz Café / Paul Robeson Theater at ArtsXchange Details Oct 13, 2024, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM Paul Robeson Theater at ArtsXchange, 2148 Newnan St, East Point, GA 30344, USA A 40th Anniversary Tribute to Atlanta's own jazz great Joe Jennings! Relax and chill in an atmosphere reminiscent of the jazz clubs of old at the AXC Jazz Café featuring the legendary Joseph “Joe” Jennings! Feature the Joe Jennings Heritage Music Ensemble and a surprise special guest Share Sat, Jun 08 Homecoming: Back to Our Roots | Artsxchange 40th Anniversary / East Point Details Jun 08, 2024, 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM East Point, 2148 Newnan St, East Point, GA 30344, USA This event is free and open to the public! You are invited to help us celebrate 40 years of "Art for the People’s Sake.” Join us for performances, music, card games, and great food. Share "Homecoming: Back to Our Roots" Take a look back at our glorious day of celebration and connections during "Homecoming: Back to Our Roots" on June 8, 2024 40th Anniversary Booklet Learn more about the ArtsXchange and our Anniversary!

Tuesday - Saturday | 10AM - 6PM Gallery is free and open to the public At the Sinclair Gallery Upcoming & Past Exhibits Events & Classes About Sinclair Gallery Open Calls For Artist Gallery Director AT JACK SINCLAIR GALLERY Inward A Meditation on Memory and Presence June 6, 2026 – July 11, 2026 Learn more EVENTS & CLASSES 17 days to the event INWARD - Opening Reception Jun 06, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM ArtsXchange, 2148 Newnan St, East Point, GA 30344, USA FREE | Open to the public | Join us for the opening reception INWARD: A Meditation on Memory and Presence, featuring works by Etienne Jackson Share RSVP / Get Tickets 52 days to the event INWARD - Artist Talk Jul 11, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM ArtsXchange, 2148 Newnan St, East Point, GA 30344, USA FREE | Open to the public | Join us for INWARD: A Meditation on Memory and Presence - Artist Talk. Exhibit features works by Etienne Jackson Share RSVP / Get Tickets OPEN CALL FOR ARTIST Sonic Impressions Abstract Art Inspired by Music Submission Deadline Sunday, June 28, 2026 Application Fee / Requirement $30 Application Fee | Non Refundable Apply / Learn More UPCOMING & PAST EXHIBITS All Exhibits ABOUT JACK SINCLAIR GALLERY An artist-run space, the Jack Sinclair Gallery presents visual arts programming of excellence including exhibitions, artist talks, symposiums, and workshops. We are interdisciplinary, intergenerational, multicultural, and committed to social justice. Our community engagement programming aspires to connect artists and audiences in meaningful ways, inviting dialogue to celebrate world cultures. Richard Washington Sinclair Gallery Director Richard (Ric) Washington is an artist, curator, educator, and graphics designer originally from St. Louis, Missouri. He earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in printmaking from the Kansas City Art Institute and School of Design, establishing a strong foundation for his creative work Over the years, Washington has built a distinguished career in Atlanta, where he has worked as a graphic designer, artist, fabricator, educator, and arts manager, showcasing his versatility and commitment to the arts. Learn more

0a50bc2d-f80f-4eca-8226-ac118efbd548 PRESS Reimagined Joy aims to recharge youth and families after pandemic slump April 15, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE REIMAGINED JOY: A Festival of Creativity & Learning May 6, 2023 | 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. More Info & Free Tickets ‘Reimagined Joy’ aims to recharge youth, families after pandemic slump Free festival to fuse arts, health and wellness at ArtsXchange East Point, GA — After the past few years, many communities need resources to counter the mental and physical toll of adjusting to a world changed by the pandemic. The ArtsXchange’s REIMAGINED JOY: A Festival of Creativity & Learning aims to help youth, families and seniors find relief and reinvigoration by exploring the arts, physical health and mental wellness all at once. The festival will be from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 6 at the ArtsXchange, 2148 Newnan St. in East Point. It is free and open to all ages. “We believe that a strong extended family unit is key to increasing the wellbeing of children,” said Executive Director Alice Lovelace. “This program allows us to focus on each participant's ability to improve their physical health, reduce stress and anxiety, and explore their creativity." Reimagined Joy’s various offerings include Sanskrit Moon Yoga, West African dance and drumming class and performances by I Am Arts, a Blues Legacy presentation by legendary photographer Jim Alexander, art by 7 Stages, beading with Sista Shaman, Tai chi, martial arts and Capoeira with Tabala Research Institute, trapeze and circus arts with Steve Seaberg and Earth to Sky Youth Aerialists, artmaking with Lisa Tuttle, seed planting with the Champion Gardeners Youth Entrepreneurs, an East Point Grown gardening class “Food as Medicine,” a sculpture installation, music, food, door prizes and more. “Art making and creative pursuits focus your attention while engaging multiple parts of the brain. We know that this type of cognitive challenge increases the feelings of self-worth and wellbeing,” Lovelace said. “This festival is a source of creative healing after being isolated by the pandemic. We want people to feel that sense of connection, to know they’re not alone.” The festival will also be the backdrop for the opening of our next exhibition, Now is the Day: A Life Well Lived, which celebrates the poetry, photography and collections of the late civil rights activist, SNCC Free Southern Theater founder and Georgia State professor Dr. Doris Derby. Reimagined Joy is funded by a grant from the Georgia Council for the Arts, which includes appropriations from the Georgia General Assembly and National Endowment for the Arts. For more information or to get free tickets, see our event page. ABOUT THE ARTSXCHANGE The ArtsXchange, d/b/a the Southeast Community Cultural Center, was incorporated in 1983 and opened The Arts Exchange In 1984 in Grant Park, reshaping the landscape of Metro Atlanta’s arts scene. In East Point since 2017, the ArtsXchange is home to 14 multidisciplinary artist studios, ranging from photographers and muralists to djembe drummers and textile artists. We empower artists, social justice activists and creative entrepreneurs to engage communities with innovative artistic learning experiences and cultural exchange. Our programming is designed to be inclusive, diverse, and to encourage positive change as participants come to a better understanding of themselves and others. Our art is our activism. Visit www.artsxchange.org for more information. ABOUT GEORGIA COUNCIL FOR THE ARTS Georgia Council for the Arts (GCA) is a division of the Georgia Department of Economic Development whose mission is to cultivate the growth of vibrant, thriving Georgia communities through the arts. GCA provides grant funding, programs, and services statewide that support the vital arts industry, preserve the state’s cultural heritage, increase tourism, and nurture strong communities. Funding for Georgia Council for the Arts is provided by appropriations from the Georgia General Assembly and the National Endowment for the Arts. Visit www.gaarts.org for more information. DOWNLOAD THE PDF Press Contact Angela Oliver media@artsXchange.org She/Her