Artist Talk and Opening Reception

At 6:00 pm following the talk, we invite you to the opening reception of Un sentimento di libertà | A Feeling of Freedom: New Italians in the Work of Luigi Christopher Veggetti Kanku, curated by Dr. Tenley Bick and Cut Frames, Captured Pixels: Found Footage Film & Video curated by Dave Rodriguez.  Afro-Italian artist Luigi Christopher Veggetti Kanku (b. 1979) is known for his monumental portraits that celebrate Black women. He lives and works in Milan. At the time of this program, he had recently exhibited his works at Afro Fashion Week and in a solo show, SOTTOPELLE, at his new exhibition space, THE OFFICE, situated in the center of Milan.