Art After Dark: Southern Digital

Celebrating 1 year of our digital arts studio, MODA (Mecca of Digital Arts), "Southern Digital" is a collection of experiences that highlight southern digital content, influencers, music, and other areas that reflect the future of Southern Black culture. Learn more about MODA here.

Art After Dark is an evening of free, 4-hour, layered programming that explores Black excellence in art and culture for adults of varying ages and backgrounds. A slight departure from the usual AAD format, this iteration highlights the importance of interaction in this digital age that is at times isolated - interaction with the galleries, with art installations, and interaction with others.

Event Schedule

6 pm - 10 pm (1st Floor Lobby)
Divinely Supported Plant Installation by Root Papi

Fresh greenery complemented by melanated hues.

6 pm - 10 pm (MODA lounge, 2nd Floor)
Painted Installation by $oho

Textured draped paintings for an elevated photoshoot. Curated by Dammit Wesley.

6 pm - 10 pm (3rd Floor Mezzanine)
Everyday Items Installation by Kalin Renee Devone

Turning the grocery shopping experience into a visually stunning vibe. Curated by Dammit Wesley.

6 pm - 10 pm (MODA, 2nd Floor)
MODA 1st Anniversary Immersive Experience with Lusenii and Alexander Newman Hall

Celebrate 1 year of MODA with an exclusive immersion that uses digital artwork you create in real-time.

6 pm - 7:30 pm (Gallery West, 3rd Floor)
Activate the Image 1 - Christopher Myers: Please Trouble Carry Me

Flex your writer muscle with a short story or poem in response to this compelling exhibition. Led by recording artist and poet Curtis Lavon.

6:30 pm - 8 pm (2nd Floor Lobby)
Southern Archivists: Discussing Diversified Archiving

This panel taps the perspectives of four creatives that archive Black art, history, and culture in beautifully different ways followed by a talkback. Featuring Archive CLT’s Cheryse Terry as moderator, with panelists Dewayne Alison, Aisha Dew, and Jalen Marlowe.

6:30 pm - 8 pm (4th Floor)
The Vibe Sessions Pop Up by Khalif J. Guiden

A curated showcase that mixes music and art from local talent, in line with the theme of Southern Digital. Curated by Davita Galloway.

7 pm - 8:30 pm (Performance Suite, 2nd Floor)
Carolina Noise: Screening & Talkback with Nigel Malone

Enjoy the debut of the short documentary Carolina Noise, which explores the unique hip hop contributions from North Carolina. Followed by a panel and talkback moderated by the documentary’s creator Nigel Malone.

8 pm - 9:30 pm (Gallery West, 3rd Floor)
Activate the Image 2 - Christopher Myers: Please Trouble Carry Me

Flex your writer muscle with a short story or poem in response to this compelling exhibition. Led by recording artist and poet Curtis Lavon.

8:30 pm - 10 pm (2nd Floor Lobby)
The Bleus Live: Musical Performance

Catch the colors and sounds of The Bleus and band in this live show, during which newly released music is performed!

8:30 pm - 10 pm (4th Floor)
Southern Digital Rooftop Vibes with DJ Niyahwhya

It's always a vibe on the rooftop for Art After Dark, and this iteration is no different. Enjoy southern classics with hints of digital and futuristic sounds.

Art After Dark is made possible by the generous support of PNC

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