Today, February 1st, marks the start of Black History Month 2022. Civitella Ranieri supports Black artists, and celebrates the history and influence of the Black community in the art world and beyond.

Pictured here is “Afro Abe II” by Sonya Clark (CRF 2012), made during her time at Civitella. Five-dollar bill and hand-embroidered thread, 4×6 in; National Museum of Women in the Arts; © Sonya Y.S. Clark. Explore the work of more talented Black Civitellians here.