We are delighted to present a guest blog from Michi Masumi, founder of The Black Art Hub, whose Intersectionality poetry and art exhibition and trail starts next week!
The Black Art Hub is excited to present the Intersectionality Art Trail Exhibition, a powerful exploration of identity, culture, and heritage through the lens of Black British visual artists and poets. we are based in Medway, Kent, and span 7 weeks. We are committed to creating spaces that empower voices from historically marginalised communities while celebrating the depth and diversity of Black British art. This exhibition includes 6 venues. It aims to provide more visibility, accessibility, and inclusion for Black artists and poets while highlighting the intersections of race, culture, and social issues.
The Intersectionality Art Trail invites audiences to journey through various venues, each hosting works that address the complexities of identity, belonging, and representation. The exhibition is a dynamic showcase of Black creativity, featuring visual art forms such as painting, photography, videography, mixed media, spoken word and poetry. Through these mediums, the artists explore Freedom of Expression.
This trail goes beyond simply showcasing art; it fosters a deep engagement with the communities of Medway and beyond. Free workshops, artist talks, and community events run alongside the exhibition, allowing visitors to engage directly with the creators and gain deeper insights into their work and the issues they address.
At the heart of the Black Art Hub’s mission is a commitment to research, development, networking, and creating opportunities for Black British visual artists and poets. We believe that through art, culture, history, and heritage partnerships, we can build stronger networks and create more platforms for these voices to be heard. By working with local organisations, educational institutions, and cultural venues, we aim to build lasting relationships that provide artists with the support they need to grow and thrive and the community with regular events to inspire, educate and celebrate.
Our location in Medway, a region known for its rich combination of arts, education, and culture, provides a perfect backdrop for this exhibition. Medway’s vibrant arts scene and its commitment to celebrating diversity make it an ideal environment for empowering underrepresented voices. Through initiatives like the Intersectionality Art Trail, we aim to highlight the importance of visibility and accessibility in the arts, ensuring that Black British artists receive the recognition and opportunities they deserve.
Additionally, we’re proud to introduce the Benjamin Zephaniah Library, a cornerstone of the Black Art Hub, which serves as a space for research and discovery. The library which we aim to open in 2025/26, will provide a rich collection of works from the African diaspora of Visual Artists and poets, with a focus on Black British authors, researchers and educators. While the Intersectionality Art Trail focuses on the visual arts, the library complements the exhibition by providing a literary space that continues the conversation around Black British experiences.
In conclusion, the Intersectionality Art Trail Exhibition is more than just an art display—it’s a call to action, a platform for dialogue, and a celebration of the richness of Black British art and culture. Through this exhibition, we hope to inspire greater awareness and appreciation for the contributions of Black British artists, while also fostering an inclusive community where all voices are valued. Our organisation The Black Art Hub is dedicated to serving and engaging the entire community, by welcoming and supporting everyone.
Find out more about the exhibition on The Black Art Hub website.
You can hear an interview with Michi on The River Is Lit podcast episode 3.
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