Professional Visual Artist and Art Consultant Exhibition History
The above piece was one of the pieces that Ms. Afrika Abney has donated after the exhibition which took place in 2005.
Home-Grown Talent
D.C. Artist Pads Résumé With Solo Exhibit at Phish Tea Cafe
By Jennifer Lash
July 27, 2005
https://www.rollcall.com/2005/07/27/home-grown-talent/
Home-Grown Talent
D.C. Artist Pads Résumé With Solo Exhibit at Phish Tea Cafe
By Jennifer Lash
July 27, 2005
https://www.rollcall.com/2005/07/27/home-grown-talent/
Ms. Afrika Abney has exhibited widely throughout the East Coast at such places as Emma Mae Gallery (Washington, DC), The New Harlem Gallery (New York City, New York), Wisteria ArtSpace (New York City, New York), Corcoran Gallery of Art (Washington, DC), Market 5 Gallery (Washington, DC), The Phillips Collection (Washington, DC), Dupont Society (Washington, DC), Phish Tea Cafe (Washington, DC), Moca DC (Washington, DC), Ellington's on Eighth (Washington, DC), and El Tamarindo Restaurant (Washington, DC) just to name a few.
PAST SELECTED ART EXHIBITIONS • Virtual Art Exhibition and Poetry Reading. February 19, 2023 • The National Daughter Daddy Tour. National City Christian Church, Washington, D.C. 2004 - 2006 • Every Picture Tells A Story. Moca DC, Washington, D.C. January 6, 2006 - January 27, 2006 • "Heritage Collections." Emma Mae Gallery, Washington, DC. 2005-2004 •"James McLaugin Memorial Staff Show." Phillips Collection, Washington, DC. 2000 •"Evolution of Historical Symbolisms." Corcoran Gallery of the Art, Hemicycle, Washington, DC. 1997 •"All Senior Summer Show." Corcoran School of the Art, White Walls Gallery, Washington, DC. 1997-1996 |
Jazzy Rhythms. 2004. Afrika Abney
After, she exhibited this piece in the show. Ms. Abney donated it. |
SELECTED EXHIBITION HISTORY PRESS RELEASES
EMMA MAE GALLERY OPENS NOVEMBER 20, 2004 PRESS RELEASE November 21, 2004 For Immediate Release Contact: Sandra Butler - Truesdale 202-667-0634 EMMA MAE GALLERY OPENS (Washington, DC) - EMMA MAE GALLERY is founded by Sandra Butler - Truesdale and presents Historical Photos, Prints, Posters, Paintings & Gift Items. It opened on Saturday, November 20, 2004 and is located at 1515 U Street, NW in Washington, DC. For further information call 202-667-0634 On view there are works by Sandra Butler - Truesdale, John Zaire El-Badr, Afrika Abney and many others. The Emma Mae Gallery is dedicated to the memory of Ms. Butler - Truesdale's mother, Emma Mae Butler Dorsey. The gallery features the History of Rhythm, Blues, Jazz & Gospel in B&W photos, as well as the History of the Civil Rights Movement, Women's Rights and Old Washington, DC. The Emma Mae Gallery is currently located in the historical Frank D. Reeves Center located at 2000 14th St., NW, 1st flr. at 14th & U Sts., NW You may call 202-246-6300 for an appoint to view the historical works. MOCA DC PRESENTS ABSTRACT ART FROM FEBRUARY 3, 2006 - FEBRUARY 24, 2006 PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release Contact: David Quammen at MOCA DC 1054 31st Street NW Washington, DC 20007 202 342-6230 [email protected] www.mocadc.org Gallery Hours: Wednesday through Saturday 1pm to 6pm MOCA DC Presents Abstract Art from February 3, 2006 - February 24, 2006 MOCA DC is a non-profit gallery, whose name derives from the Museum of Contemporary Art, features "new art," avant-garde, multimedia, experimental, and non-traditional work. It is located in the Canal Square courtyard in Washington, DC.MOCA DC presents Abstract Art is an exhibition that runs from February 3, 2006 - February 24, 2006 at Moca DC located at 1054 31st St NW in Washington, DC. The exhibition will consist of drawing, painting, charcoal, photography, computer generated and sculpture, and must include a paragraph about the work. The opening reception will take place on Friday, February 3, 2006, 2006 from 6 to 9 pm, and closing reception will take place on Friday, February 24, 2006 from 6 to 9 pm. This exhibition is free and open to the public. |
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For Immediate Release Contact: Esther Productions, Inc at [email protected] Esther Productions Inc. is proud to be working in partnership with Afrika Abney (Washington,DC) - Esther Productions Inc. is proud to be working in partnership with Afrika Abney in presenting select pieces of her work for public viewing and sale. Among them include Summer Blossoms, Pandemic, Isolation #1 and Isolation #2. Available now at https://www.estherproductionsinc.com/shop About Ms. Afrika Abney Ms. Afrika Abney has been a consultant to Esther Productions Inc from its inception in 2004. A native Washingtonian, she graduated from the prestigious Corcoran School of the Arts. For more than 20 years, Ms. Abney has used her formal training and background in the arts to successfully provide services to artists, nonprofits, corporations, small businesses, community centers, churches, individuals, and schools. She is proud to be working with Esther Productions Inc in presenting select pieces of her work for public viewing and sale which were apart of the Kaleidoscope virtual event that took place on Feb. 19, 2023. About Esther Productions, Inc Esther Productions, Inc. is a Washington, DC-based national nonprofit organization. Founded in 2004, it is dedicated to inspiring and empowering girls and women. It is supported through generous contributions from Kerry S. Pearson LLC, Emmanuel Bailey, Veterans Services Corp, Pepco, an Exelon Corporation, Fort Myer Construction Corporation Charitable Foundation and Esther’s Friends For more information about Esther Productions, Inc, please visit estherproductionsinc.com. |