The Black Excellence Experience: Featuring Tony Atkinson

Sabathani Community Center Presents 

The Black Excellence Experience: Featuring Tony Atkinson

Saturday, November 8
11am–3pm
The BEE Gallery – Room 138 

Join us for a spotlight on the artwork of Tony Atkinson, featured artist in the Black Excellence Experience.

Originally from North Carolina, Tony Atkinson has called St. Paul home for the past nine years. Drawn to the Twin Cities for its vibrant art scene, he’s been creating art for as long as he can remember. A lifelong sketch artist who began painting during the pandemic, Tony now works primarily in oil paint to bring his expressive visions to life. 

Stop by the BEE Gallery (Room 138) to:

• Meet the artist in person
• Explore a powerful collection of original artwork
• Shop one-of-a-kind pieces
• Connect through community, creativity, and shared stories

🔗 Click here to RSVP.

Or contact Joyce Mayes: 612-821-2313 | jmayes@sabathani.org

Why It Matters

Black and BIPOC artists have always created in abundance, yet traditional galleries and museums have historically underrepresented our voices. The Black Excellence Experience creates space to showcase this artistry, uplift community, and invite everyone to engage directly with the creative process.

Art is community—and community is art. This residency is not only a celebration, but also a chance to:

• Support a Black/BIPOC business
• Discover new mediums and creative practices
• Network and build connections
• Step out of your headspace and into inspiration

About the Black Excellence Experience

The Black Excellence Experience is a new initiative from Sabathani Community Center, supporting emerging Black artists through residencies, exhibitions, and community engagement opportunities. Learn more.