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Studio Artist Program The ArtsXchange Studio Artist Program supports a diverse range of disciplines. Artists are provided with workspace as well as opportunities for dialogue, events and classes with the community. Applications are currently CLOSED. All studios occupied. Current Studio Artists News & Updates About the Program How to apply CURRENT STUDIO ARTISTS Arthur Tafawa Hicks I AM ARTS Foundation Lisa Tuttle Sister Shaman tenisio seanima Champion Youth Entrepreneurs For Agriculture (CYEA) Jim Alexander Myriam Dondzina Theresa Davis Frankie Mulinix (Vandellous) Kenneth Zakee Richard Washington Victor Love ABOUT THE PROGRAM The ArtsXchange Resident Artists Studio Program offers affordable, year-round studio space to a diverse group of emerging and established artists who are dedicated to creativity, community engagement, and cultural equity. This program supports artists across disciplines—including visual arts, music, writing, and performance—who reflect and uplift the cultural richness of East Point and the greater Atlanta area. Resident Artists receive 24/7 access to private studio space in a dynamic, intergenerational arts center, along with opportunities for collaboration, mentorship, professional development, and public presentation. They are encouraged to explore the intersection of art, activism, and community wellness, with many incorporating themes of environmental justice, social equity, and healing into their creative work. 1/8 ABOUT THE STUDIOS Studios are available in varying sizes ranging from 430 – 717 square feet. We rent to individual artists, artist collectives, and nonprofits. The ArtsXchange features additional spaces that are available to tenants at reduced rental rates. The ArtsXchange is located in East Point on Newnan Street, just one block west of Main Street and walking distance from the Ft. McPherson Marta Station, and Tyler Perry Studios. The ArtsXchange main entrance and secured parking lot are located in the rear of the building. Additional features include: -Wi-Fi -Parking -24-hour access -Annual leases -Discounted rental rates to have classes and workshop HOW TO APPLY Applications are currently CLOSED. All studios occupied. Application Process Interested artists, arts activist and healing arts practitioners are required to submit the following documents: 1 - Artist Statement - Including complete contact information (No Post Office Box, Please), and what you will contribute to our artist community. 2 - Resume or CV 3 - Works Samples: Materials are welcome in all forms from paper to digital files; from snail mail to email Collectives or non-profit organizations: Examples of recent program, publication, or events Performing Artist: Dance, music, theater - A DVD or links to online videos of recent performance Literary Artists: Three samples of writing or publication Visual Artists: (10) images of recent work, with a brief narrative keyed to images Instructors, Visual Art, Dance, Theater, Music, Martial Arts or others offering classes in arts and culture): Samples of classes to be offered and fees, brochures and/or flyers 4 - References: Three letters of support from professional references Policies Artist must reside in Georgia for the duration of their lease. Standard studio-practice safety procedures apply, including a no smoking policy. The ArtsXchange does not promise an exhibition in our gallery or project spaces. Artists are expected to have their studios open to the public approximately 3x per year. Studio Artists are required to adhere to the policies and procedures listed in the lease. Submission Email: Materials above to info@artsxchange.org w/ Subject Line: RENTAL STUDIO CANDIDATE USPS: Or by snail mail to, ArtsXchange, 2148 Newnan Street East Point, GA 30344 Submitted materials will be reviewed by a selection panel. Applicants will be notified within 30 days of submission date. Studios will be available for occupancy provided tenant signs lease and provides a rent deposit and first month’s rent.

The Art of Literacy & Storytelling Classes How can one read a painting or a piece of art? What is the connection between creating a work of art and telling a story? These class series explore these connections between literacy, story telling, and visual arts. Events & Classes News & Updates EVENTS & CLASSES Multiple Dates 9 days to the event 2025 Garden Like A Boss Series - RainWater Collection - Class 2 May 24, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM $25 per class - Join us for the 2025 Garden Like A Boss Series led by tenisio seanima. Learn how to enhance your quality of life, reduce dependency on commercial systems, create a productive urban space and so much more. We can't wait to see you at the Fresh Oasis Community Garden. Get Tickets 13 days to the event Volunteer Event: ArtsXchange Permaculture Volunteer Day 5 May 28, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Join us as we revamp the front yard by removing old material and adding a healthy layer of fresh compost to build healthy soil. We will be working towards installing an ecologically beneficial garden! "TICKETS" are Volunteer Shifts. Get Tickets Multiple Dates 23 days to the event 2025 Garden Like A Boss Series - Grape Trellising - Class 3 Jun 07, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM $25 per class - Join us for the 2025 Garden Like A Boss Series led by tenisio seanima. Learn how to enhance your quality of life, reduce dependency on commercial systems, create a productive urban space and so much more. We can't wait to see you at the Fresh Oasis Community Garden. Get Tickets Multiple Dates 37 days to the event 2025 Garden Like A Boss Series - Plant Medicine - Class 4 Jun 21, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM $25 per class - Join us for the 2025 Garden Like A Boss Series led by tenisio seanima. Learn how to enhance your quality of life, reduce dependency on commercial systems, create a productive urban space and so much more. We can't wait to see you at the Fresh Oasis Community Garden. Get Tickets Multiple Dates 51 days to the event 2025 Garden Like A Boss Series - Grow Your Own Mushrooms - Class 5 Jul 05, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM $25 per class - Join us for the 2025 Garden Like A Boss Series led by tenisio seanima. Learn how to enhance your quality of life, reduce dependency on commercial systems, create a productive urban space and so much more. We can't wait to see you at the Fresh Oasis Community Garden. Get Tickets Multiple Dates 65 days to the event 2025 Garden Like A Boss Series - Grow Your Own Fall Seedlings - Class 6 Jul 19, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM $25 per class - Join us for the 2025 Garden Like A Boss Series led by tenisio seanima. Learn how to enhance your quality of life, reduce dependency on commercial systems, create a productive urban space and so much more. We can't wait to see you at the Fresh Oasis Community Garden. Get Tickets

Fresh Oasis Community Garden Fresh Oasis Community Garden at the ArtsXchange is an inviting space where individuals, families, and groups can grow produce for themselves as well as provide educational classes and volunteer opportunities. With support from East Point Grown and Food Well Alliance, we are planting for our future to raise awareness of sustainability and healthy living through gardening. Events & Classes News & Updates About Garden Beds Garden Bed Application EVENTS & CLASSES Multiple Dates 9 days to the event 2025 Garden Like A Boss Series - RainWater Collection - Class 2 May 24, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM $25 per class - Join us for the 2025 Garden Like A Boss Series led by tenisio seanima. Learn how to enhance your quality of life, reduce dependency on commercial systems, create a productive urban space and so much more. We can't wait to see you at the Fresh Oasis Community Garden. Get Tickets 13 days to the event Volunteer Event: ArtsXchange Permaculture Volunteer Day 5 May 28, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Join us as we revamp the front yard by removing old material and adding a healthy layer of fresh compost to build healthy soil. We will be working towards installing an ecologically beneficial garden! "TICKETS" are Volunteer Shifts. Get Tickets Multiple Dates 23 days to the event 2025 Garden Like A Boss Series - Grape Trellising - Class 3 Jun 07, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM $25 per class - Join us for the 2025 Garden Like A Boss Series led by tenisio seanima. Learn how to enhance your quality of life, reduce dependency on commercial systems, create a productive urban space and so much more. We can't wait to see you at the Fresh Oasis Community Garden. Get Tickets Multiple Dates 37 days to the event 2025 Garden Like A Boss Series - Plant Medicine - Class 4 Jun 21, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM $25 per class - Join us for the 2025 Garden Like A Boss Series led by tenisio seanima. Learn how to enhance your quality of life, reduce dependency on commercial systems, create a productive urban space and so much more. We can't wait to see you at the Fresh Oasis Community Garden. Get Tickets Multiple Dates 51 days to the event 2025 Garden Like A Boss Series - Grow Your Own Mushrooms - Class 5 Jul 05, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM $25 per class - Join us for the 2025 Garden Like A Boss Series led by tenisio seanima. Learn how to enhance your quality of life, reduce dependency on commercial systems, create a productive urban space and so much more. We can't wait to see you at the Fresh Oasis Community Garden. Get Tickets Multiple Dates 65 days to the event 2025 Garden Like A Boss Series - Grow Your Own Fall Seedlings - Class 6 Jul 19, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM $25 per class - Join us for the 2025 Garden Like A Boss Series led by tenisio seanima. Learn how to enhance your quality of life, reduce dependency on commercial systems, create a productive urban space and so much more. We can't wait to see you at the Fresh Oasis Community Garden. Get Tickets All AX events & classes GARDEN GOALS Expand Urban Agriculture Fresh Oasis Community Garden was established in 2020 and is part of East Point's City Agriculture Plan to prioritize urban farming and equitable access to healthy foods. The city's largest community garden, we are also a USDA's People's Garden. Promote Wellness The benefits of gardening are endless. Through your garden here, you can experience improved nutrition, exercise, strengthened emotional health, community identity, a restored environment, enhanced education, and land enrichment. Grow Your Own Food The initial costs for garden bed is $80 per 6' x 3' bed for the first year, with a $50 annual renewal feeThe cost includes compost and irrigation. We also offer various gardening classes! ABOUT GARDEN BEDS Benefits to having a garden bed with FOCG include: Free soil and seeds Free access to our Garden Like a Boss workshops taught by garden manager, tenisio seanima Special opportunities offered by ASC Fresh Oasis Community garden The initial costs for garden bed: $80 per 6' x 3' bed for the first year, with a $50 annual renewal fee East Point residents are eligible for a FREE garden bed! Thanks to a neighborhood grant from the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta, the ArtsXchange is offering East Point residents the opportunity to apply for a FREE bed in our garden. Rules & Regulations Wavier Form Garden Bed Application GARDEN BED APPLICATION Apply for a garden bed today! Please complete all fields in this form. Please limit applications to one per household . Before submitting application make sure to review the Garden Rules and Regulations and the Garden Waiver Form. Applications are not a guarantee for a bed. Bed acceptance letters will be issued within two weeks of receiving the application. First Name Last Name Email Phone Street Address Street Address Line 2 City Region/State/Province Postal / Zip code Preferred Method of Contact: * Required Phone Email Mail Are you an East Point resident? (please read options carefully) What kind of garden bed are you interested in applying for? What kind of FREE garden bed are you interested in applying for? Any known allergies? What is your level of experience or knowledge about gardening? Why are you applying? (select all that apply) * Required I love gardening. I always wanted a garden. I had a garden once and miss the experience. I want to expand my knowledge about home and community gardening. Are you able to work in your garden at least once per week? Will others work your garden with you? Who will work your garden with you? (select all that apply) * Required Spouse/ Significant Other Child(ren) under 18 Child(ren) over 18 Family/Relatives Friends How did you hear about the Fresh Oasis Community Garden? (select all that apply) * Required Word of Mouth Social Media Website Other I have read and understand the rules & regulations, waiver form, and application, and I accept these rules and responsibilities as stated above. I will abide by these rules and responsibilities. I want to subscribe to the ArtsXchange newsletter. Submit Application Thanks for your interest! We will be in touch. Please remember applications are not a guarantee for a plot. Plot acceptance letters will be issued withing two weeks of receiving the application. Thank you for applying. tenisio seanima Fresh Oasis Garden Manager & Just Green Accelerator Liaison tenisio seanima, the inaugural Urban Agriculture Manager for East Point, GA possesses an unwavering passion for creating positive change, which earned him the reputation as a service-driven leader across the Southeastern United States. During the past two decades, he has cultivated extensive experience in the arena of cooperative development, food policy, agricultural sales, leadership, mass media, and social activism. Learn more

Literary Program The ArtsXchange Literary Program is a vibrant and inclusive platform that reflects our unwavering dedication to community engagement and literacy. We endeavor to cultivate a thriving literary community that nurtures creativity and fosters a love for the arts in all its forms. Events & Classes Literary News Program Director Our intergenerational approach to literacy bridges generations and cultures through reading, writing, and spoken word. Our 55+ writing workshops support ongoing creative work while fostering mental well-being. Monthly Xchange Open Mic/Slams offer inclusive platforms for expression. Playing Our Words engages families with storytelling and poetry through word games, while our Scrabble Club encourages strategic language play. Coloring Conversations merges art and dialogue to promote connection across divides. Collectively, these programs enhance literacy, build confidence, and attract a diverse, intergenerational audience. EVENTS & CLASSES Multiple Dates 2 days to the event May 17, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Scrabble Club 5-17-25 / RSVP May 17, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM East Point, 2148 Newnan St, East Point, GA 30344, USA FREE Event | RSVP to let us know you'll be joining us! - Scrabble Club!!! All ages and skill levels welcome. Scrabble Club is a fun and engaging way to enhance literacy, spelling skills, problem-solving, and conversation. Let’s make it a game to remember! Host- Theresa Davis Share 9 days to the event May 24, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT Saturday Writers Workshop 5-24-25 / GET TICKETS May 24, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT East Point, 2148 Newnan St, East Point, GA 30344, USA $10 - Monthly Writing Workshop Series at the ArtsXchange. Hosted by Literary Director, Theresa Davis. Engage in interactive sessions using thought-provoking prompts and ekphrasis. Experience a variety of writing styles and genres as we feature guest facilitators who are experts in their fields. Share 9 days to the event May 24, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM Playing With Our Words 5-24-25 / GET TICKETS May 24, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM ArtsXchange, 2148 Newnan St, East Point, GA 30344, USA FREE Event | Hosted by Theresa Davis. Following the game, participants transition into the creative phase of the workshop. Armed with the words played during Scrabble, they use them as building blocks for crafting original poems or short stories. RSVP to let us know you are coming! Share 29 days to the event Jun 13, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM EDT June XChange Open Mic and Slam 6-13-25 / GET TICKETS Jun 13, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM EDT The ArtsXchange, 2148 Newnan St, East Point, GA 30344, USA $10 in advance / $15 at the door - Join us for the monthly Open Mic and Slam at the ArtsXchange. This event is a celebration of creativity, sharing and community. We start with the open mic and end with the slam. Hosted by Theresa Davis. Share 30 days to the event Jun 14, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM EDT Saturday Writers Workshop 6-14-25 / GET TICKETS Jun 14, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM EDT The ArtsXchange, 2148 Newnan St, East Point, GA 30344, USA $10 - Monthly Writing Workshop Series at the ArtsXchange. Hosted by Literary Director, Theresa Davis. Engage in interactive sessions using thought-provoking prompts and ekphrasis. Experience a variety of writing styles and genres as we feature guest facilitators who are experts in their fields. Share 34 days to the event Jun 18, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Coloring Conversations 6-18-25 / GET TICKETS Jun 18, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM ArtsXchange, 2148 Newnan St, East Point, GA 30344, USA FREE | PAY WHAT YOU CAN | Let’s color outside the lines and explore ways to support, uplift, and empower each other. From health care and self-care to activism and beyond, these conversations are led by passionate members of our community and local organizations. Share Multiple Dates 37 days to the event Jun 21, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Scrabble Club / RSVP Jun 21, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM East Point, 2148 Newnan St, East Point, GA 30344, USA FREE Event | RSVP to let us know you'll be joining us! - Scrabble Club!!! All ages and skill levels welcome. Scrabble Club is a fun and engaging way to enhance literacy, spelling skills, problem-solving, and conversation. Let’s make it a game to remember! Host- Theresa Davis Share 44 days to the event Jun 28, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT Saturday Writers Workshop 6-28-25 / GET TICKETS Jun 28, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT The ArtsXchange, 2148 Newnan St, East Point, GA 30344, USA $10 - Monthly Writing Workshop Series at the ArtsXchange. Hosted by Literary Director, Theresa Davis. Engage in interactive sessions using thought-provoking prompts and ekphrasis. Experience a variety of writing styles and genres as we feature guest facilitators who are experts in their fields. Share 44 days to the event Jun 28, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM Playing With Our Words 6-28-25 / GET TICKETS Jun 28, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM ArtsXchange, 2148 Newnan St, East Point, GA 30344, USA FREE Event | Hosted by Theresa Davis. Following the game, participants transition into the creative phase of the workshop. Armed with the words played during Scrabble, they use them as building blocks for crafting original poems or short stories. RSVP to let us know you are coming! Share 57 days to the event Jul 11, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM EDT July XChange Open Mic and Slam 7-11-25 / GET TICKETS Jul 11, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM EDT The ArtsXchange, 2148 Newnan St, East Point, GA 30344, USA $10 in advance / $15 at the door - Join us for the monthly Open Mic and Slam at the ArtsXchange. This event is a celebration of creativity, sharing and community. We start with the open mic and end with the slam. Hosted by Theresa Davis. Share 58 days to the event Jul 12, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM EDT Saturday Writers Workshop 7-12-25 / GET TICKETS Jul 12, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM EDT The ArtsXchange, 2148 Newnan St, East Point, GA 30344, USA $10 - Monthly Writing Workshop Series at the ArtsXchange. Hosted by Literary Director, Theresa Davis. Engage in interactive sessions using thought-provoking prompts and ekphrasis. Experience a variety of writing styles and genres as we feature guest facilitators who are experts in their fields. Share Multiple Dates 65 days to the event Jul 19, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Scrabble Club / RSVP Jul 19, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM East Point, 2148 Newnan St, East Point, GA 30344, USA FREE Event | RSVP to let us know you'll be joining us! - Scrabble Club!!! All ages and skill levels welcome. Scrabble Club is a fun and engaging way to enhance literacy, spelling skills, problem-solving, and conversation. Let’s make it a game to remember! Host- Theresa Davis Share 72 days to the event Jul 26, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT Saturday Writers Workshop 7-26-25 / GET TICKETS Jul 26, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT The ArtsXchange, 2148 Newnan St, East Point, GA 30344, USA $10 - Monthly Writing Workshop Series at the ArtsXchange. Hosted by Literary Director, Theresa Davis. Engage in interactive sessions using thought-provoking prompts and ekphrasis. Experience a variety of writing styles and genres as we feature guest facilitators who are experts in their fields. Share 72 days to the event Jul 26, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM Playing With Our Words 7-26-25 / GET TICKETS Jul 26, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM ArtsXchange, 2148 Newnan St, East Point, GA 30344, USA FREE Event | Hosted by Theresa Davis. Following the game, participants transition into the creative phase of the workshop. Armed with the words played during Scrabble, they use them as building blocks for crafting original poems or short stories. RSVP to let us know you are coming! Share 85 days to the event Aug 08, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM EDT August XChange Open Mic and Slam 8-8-25 / GET TICKETS Aug 08, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM EDT The ArtsXchange, 2148 Newnan St, East Point, GA 30344, USA $10 in advance / $15 at the door - Join us for the monthly Open Mic and Slam at the ArtsXchange. This event is a celebration of creativity, sharing and community. We start with the open mic and end with the slam. Hosted by Theresa Davis. Share 86 days to the event Aug 09, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM EDT Saturday Writers Workshop 8-9-25 / GET TICKETS Aug 09, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM EDT The ArtsXchange, 2148 Newnan St, East Point, GA 30344, USA $10 - Monthly Writing Workshop Series at the ArtsXchange. Hosted by Literary Director, Theresa Davis. Engage in interactive sessions using thought-provoking prompts and ekphrasis. Experience a variety of writing styles and genres as we feature guest facilitators who are experts in their fields. Share 90 days to the event Aug 13, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Coloring Conversations 8-13-25 / GET TICKETS Aug 13, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM ArtsXchange, 2148 Newnan St, East Point, GA 30344, USA FREE | PAY WHAT YOU CAN | Let’s color outside the lines and explore ways to support, uplift, and empower each other. From health care and self-care to activism and beyond, these conversations are led by passionate members of our community and local organizations. Share Multiple Dates 93 days to the event Aug 16, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Scrabble Club / RSVP Aug 16, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM East Point, 2148 Newnan St, East Point, GA 30344, USA FREE Event | RSVP to let us know you'll be joining us! - Scrabble Club!!! All ages and skill levels welcome. Scrabble Club is a fun and engaging way to enhance literacy, spelling skills, problem-solving, and conversation. Let’s make it a game to remember! Host- Theresa Davis Share 100 days to the event Aug 23, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT Saturday Writers Workshop 8-23-25 / GET TICKETS Aug 23, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT The ArtsXchange, 2148 Newnan St, East Point, GA 30344, USA $10 - Monthly Writing Workshop Series at the ArtsXchange. Hosted by Literary Director, Theresa Davis. Engage in interactive sessions using thought-provoking prompts and ekphrasis. Experience a variety of writing styles and genres as we feature guest facilitators who are experts in their fields. Share 100 days to the event Aug 23, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM Playing With Our Words 8-23-25 / GET TICKETS Aug 23, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM ArtsXchange, 2148 Newnan St, East Point, GA 30344, USA FREE Event | Hosted by Theresa Davis. Following the game, participants transition into the creative phase of the workshop. Armed with the words played during Scrabble, they use them as building blocks for crafting original poems or short stories. RSVP to let us know you are coming! Share Load More All AX events & classes Theresa Davis Literary Program Director Theresa Davis is an educator, storyteller, poet, author, poetry slam champion and the host of the award winning open mic Java Speaks. She has performed on stages across the nation as a poet and keynote speaker. She was a classroom teacher for over 25 years, specializing in cross curricular education. Learn more

Ebon Dooley Art & Social Justice Awards Nominations for the Ebon Dooley Awards are currently CLOSED Award Honorees Upcoming Events About the Awards News & Updates Submit a nomination About Ebon Dooley The Ebon Dooley Arts & Justice Awards, established in 2018, recognizes individuals and organizations that work to improve the lives and future of their communities. Ebon Dooley (1942-2006) was a caring, creative, brilliant, insightful, progressive, proactive, and delightfully charismatic community activist who established the ArtsXchange in 1983. A long-time advocate for the fair distribution of wealth, Ebon brought the spirit of grassroots collectivity to all of his efforts striving to achieve freedom, dignity, and equality for all people. He understood that these interconnected cornerstones of humanity provide the opportunity for creative expression, community building, and empowerment. AWARD HONOREES Meet the phenomenal Ebon Dooley Art & Social Justice Award Honorees. These individuals and organizations have gone above and beyond for their communities and we are honored to celebrate these inspiring advocates for positive change. Learn more ABOUT THE AWARDS Each year the Ebon Dooley Arts & Social Justice Awards are shaped around recipients whose work creatively builds community and advances liberation. Honorees are recognized for their work with an award and community acknowledgment. Beyond that, the recipient has access to the ArtsXchange and opportunities for amplifying their work. Nominations are accepted for the following categories: Bridge Builder Nominees demonstrate an ability to help others collaborate, identify ways to contribute to a shared goal, and create a mechanism for them to work together to advance their shared goals, uplifting the work of each party. Change Maker Nominees demonstrate a history of work that has had an impact, resulting in tangible change(s) for their community. Economic Justice Champion Nominees demonstrate a record of service to individuals, or a defined community, to achieve financial equality and stability by increasing access to resources for historically disenfranchised or marginalized groups and communities. Social Justice Champion Nominees demonstrate a history of working individually and/or with others to achieve improvements in areas like living wage campaigns and job training; affordable and safe housing; Medicare for All; support for public education; and justice before the courts and police. Emerging Leader Nominees demonstrate a commitment to a body of work that supports the ways art can tell a story or illuminate the social condition. Jack Sinclair Visual Artist Nominees should be visual artists who empower artist-led exhibitions, spaces, organizations, projects and/or public art/site works, for, and with, communities, and support the production of independent and adventurous contemporary art – avant-garde, traditional or self-taught. This category is in honor of AXC gallery founder Jack Whitney Sinclair. HOW TO SUBMIT A NOMINATION Nominations for the Ebon Dooley Awards are currently CLOSED To qualify, Nominees must: Live and work in the Atlanta Metropolitan Area Be an artist in any discipline practicing art for the people’s sake, OR; -Be an organizer/organization whose toolbox includes the practice of art integration, using culture and creativity in the service of a defined community as part a social or economic goal. To complete the Nomination Form, You will need the following: Your contact information Nominee's contact information A single PDF file -250-word (maximum) description of the nominee's history as it relates to the award category selected 1-3 supporting materials (such as documents, programs, images, articles, links, previous awards, testimonials, or other materials that support your nomination). A letter of support for your nominee from one additional person *Submit PDF with the following name format: DOOLEYAWARDS.Nominee's Name Questions? Contact Us by email at media@artsxchange.org , or call 404-624-4211.

Ebon Dooley Honorees Meet the phenomenal Ebon Dooley Art & Social Justice Award Honorees. These individuals and organizations have gone above and beyond for their communities and we are honored to celebrate these inspiring advocates for positive change. Nominations for the Ebon Dooley Awards are currently CLOSED About the Awards Submit a nomination About Ebon Dooley Counter Narrative Project 2024 Social Justice Champion ARTiculate ATLanta 2024 Economic Justice Champion Moving in the Spirit 2024 Change Maker Ballethnic Dance Company Inc. 2024 Bridge Builder Stephanie Smith 2024 Jack Sinclair Visual Artist SisterSong 2023 Social Justice Champion 7 Stages Theatre 2023 Bridge Builder Sister Omelika Kuumba 2023 Change Maker Jonathan Banks 2023 Emerging Leader BronzeLens 2023 Economic Justice Champion Courtney Brooks 2023 Jack Sinclair Visual Artist Roselyn Lewis 2022 Bridge Builder Meadowlark Pictures 2022 Emerging Leader Marshall Rancifer 2022 Economic Justice Champion Dr. Janice Liddell 2022 Change Maker Ashley Dopson 2022 Jack Sinclair Visual Artist Carlton Mackey 2022 Social Justice Champion Oronike Odeleye 2020 Change Maker Elizabeth Omilami 2020 Economic Justice Champion Sarah Oso 2020 Emerging Leader WRFG-89.3 FM Radio 2021 Bridge Builder Dr. Doris Derby 2021 Change Maker Charmaine Minniefield 2021 Economic Justice Champion Jim Alexander 2021 Lifetime Achievement Award Brian Spears 2021 Social Justice Champion Meet the Ebon Dooley Award Honorees News & Updates 2024 7th Annual Ebon Dooley Art and Social Justice Awards : ARTiculate ATL, Atlanta Printmakers Studio founders among honorees for ArtsXchange awards - Shirley Franklin to emcee Five honorees have been named for the 2024 Ebon Dooley Arts & Social Justice Awards at the ArtsXchange. ArtsXchange Nov 18, 2024 3 min read 40 Years of Service: A View into the History of the Southeast Community Cultural Center, Inc. d/b/a ArtsXchange (The Arts Exchange) Southeast Community Cultural Center (SECCC), opened its first facility, The Arts Exchange, in 1984. ArtsXchange Mar 21, 2024 9 min read Congratulations to our 6th Annual Ebon Dooley Arts and Social Justice Honorees Our gratitude to this year's Ebon Dooley Arts & Social Justice Awards honorees! What an inspiring evening. We are excited to see you all... ArtsXchange Dec 3, 2023 1 min read More news

b3e737f4-d6a1-4c79-9388-2e219e0d853d PRESS Mausiki Scales and the Common Ground Collective to perform at ArtsXchange June 4, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MAUSIKI SCALES & THE COMMON GROUND COLLECTIVE Concert: June 24, 8 p.m., $20 Community Workshop: June 25, 3 p.m., Free Paul Robeson Theater at ArtsXchange More info & RSVP Mausiki Scales & the Common Ground Collective to perform at ArtsXchange Renowned group to bring signature sound & workshop in honor of Black Music Month EAST POINT, Ga. — Celebrate Black Music Month with an authentic rendering of the pulsating African rhythm fused with jazz and R&B that is the hallmark of Afrobeat. Mausiki Scales and the Common Ground Collective — a local band with international reach — will play a concert at 8 p.m. June 24 in the Paul Robeson Theater at the ArtsXchange, 2148 Newnan St. in East Point. The collective will return to offer their free community workshop, “Blues People: The Music and Culture of African Americans,” open to all ages from 3-5 p.m. on June 25. In this free masterclass, Mausiki Scales and his guests will guide participants through an exploration of the intellectual and social origins of African American music — Black Folk music, Blues, Jazz, popular, religious and others — from its beginnings in Africa to its enculturation into the music of the Americas. Founded and led by Mausiki Scales, the Common Ground Collective, is a group of Atlanta-based musicians who have been working together since 1999. The band explores genres that reflect Africa and the African Diaspora including Afrobeat, Funk, Jazz, Soul, Blues and Hip Hop. With a commitment to performing that expands beyond mere entertainment, the band claims community healing as core to its mission. Mausiki Scales & Common Ground's sound concerns itself with the African ancestral musical arts, while being fully present in addressing contemporary experiences. They approach creativity with a high regard for music and they also act as active agents in maintaining an integral part of the sacred Black Music Tradition. For more information or to purchase tickets, see artsxchange.org/ebon-dooley . 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 empowers 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. DOWNLOAD THE PDF Press Contact Angela Oliver media@artsXchange.org She/Her

Cleigaie Narcisse 2024 Jack Sinclair Gallery Assistant Cleigaie Narcisse is a Fine Arts Manager, detail-oriented independent curator, and Project Manager from the Bronx, NY. Her passion for creativity inspired her to pursue Graphic Design at Kennesaw State but her business acumen led her to receive a BS in Business Administration from Georgia Southern University. After an early career in Marketing introduced her to the world of curation. Cleigaie quickly became engaged with the Atlanta art scene, reinvigorating her passion for supporting the arts. Cleigaie worked as the Manager and Associate Curator of Future Gallery, a black artist-owned fine art gallery exhibiting the works of emerging contemporary artists. She also works as Project Manager of Future Dead Artists, an arts organization that aims to develop a thriving arts ecology for local artists. Possessing a deep interest in representation and cultural awareness within communities, Cleigaie is dedicated to the equity of funding and access to opportunities that develop a more inclusive arts ecology where true representation can thrive and inspire. She continues to work with artists as a manager and consultant. Cleigaie Narcisse, is an Atlanta-based Arts Administrator passionate about supporting artists and creatives. Hailing from Bronx, New York she was exposed to a plethora of experiences in the arts, from music, theater, dance, and graffiti street art to museum exhibits developing a deep affinity for the arts in all its forms early on. After studying Graphic Design at Kennesaw State University, she interned with Cartoon Network’s in-house production studio, Williams Street on projects for their Adult Swim programming block. With a professional background in Marketing, Creative Direction, Brand and Project Management, Cleigaie quickly acclimated to the Atlanta arts scene and nurtured her passion for supporting the arts. In 2018 she signed on as the Gallery Manager and Associate Curator of Future Gallery in East Point Atlanta and Project Manager of the artist collective Future Dead Artists. Going on to co-curate over 15 exhibitions, artist talks, and workshops featuring local, national, and international visual and performance artists. In 2019 she head curated “Dead Ringer Vol. III”, a Future Dead Artists’ annual juried group exhibition, featuring a unique concept of the creative inspiration processes between visual artists and Photographers. During the turn of the pandemic, in 2021 as a member of Future Dead Artists and in partnership with The Creatives Project TCP she co-curated a Juneteenth-inspired group exhibition “Self-Liberated”. This exhibit focused on celebrating local Black artists who were trailblazers, leaders in their own right, who did things their way and on their terms, embodying the spirit of Juneteenth. She has been published in both Visionary Artistry Magazine and Voyage ATL. As a passionate volunteer and curator, she has worked with various organizations such as; MOCA GA, Future Gallery, The Creatives Project TCP, The Lines Gallery, TILA Studios, The ArtsXchange, SOHO Art Group, and has built relationships with independent artists and arts administrators in and around Atlanta. Possessing a deep interest in representation and cultural awareness within communities Cleigaie is dedicated to representing and creating inclusive and equitable opportunities for local artists. OUR STAFF STUDIO ARTIST EBON DOOLEY HONOREES

Theresa Davis ArtsXchange Literary Program Director Studio Artist theresa@artsxchange.org https://www.artisttheresadavis.com Theresa Davis is an educator, storyteller, poet, author, poetry slam champion and the host of the award winning open mic Java Speaks. She has performed on stages across the nation as a poet and keynote speaker. She was a classroom teacher for over 25 years, specializing in cross curricular education. As a slam poet, Theresa has competed individually and on teams for over a decade and in 2011 won the Women of the World Poetry Slam. In May 2013, her first full collection of poems entitled “After This We Go Dark” was published by Sibling Rivalry Press. “After This We Go Dark” became an American Library Association Honoree, and the book can now be checked out in local and college libraries around the world. Her latest poetry collection “Drowned: A Mermaid’s Manifesto”, released with Sibling Rivalry Press, in fall of 2016 received the award“Ten Books All Georgians Should Read”. In addition to being a teaching artist and outreach poetry coordinator for Georgia Tech for 6 years, Theresa hosts and participates in many of the lit events around Atlanta. Her one-woman show “Then They’ll Tell You it’s all in Your Head” Made its debut as a part of 7 Stages Home Brew series in fall of 2017. Artist Statement The nature of my work and my aesthetic philosophy I have been called a poet, slam poet, and performance artist. All three are appropriate and underscore that the voice, the word, the story are my primary artistic tools. My work has evolved over the years from the intimately personal to work that resounds with social and cultural truths that transcend my ethnicity and sexual identity. The ability to create and share my work is very dear to me. My art is my second skin. It allows me to connect with others in a personal way even though in most cases we have just met. Poetry is the portal to initiate dialogue. OUR STAFF STUDIO ARTIST EBON DOOLEY HONOREES

Carlton Mackey 2022 Ebon Dooley Honoree Social Justice Champion https://blackmensmile.com Carlton Mackey is the new assistant director of education with a focus on community engagement and dialogue at the High Museum of Art. An artist and scholar, he is also the creator of BLACK MEN SMILE ® , a viral social media platform and empowerment movement for Black men to “celebrate the way we see ourselves,” and author of “50 Shades of Black: Sexuality and Skin Tone in the Formation of Identity.” OUR STAFF STUDIO ARTIST EBON DOOLEY HONOREES