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Preview: Art Code Collective Presents Iconic Originals ~ South Central Los Angeles

LP AEkili Ross Color Of Love

Art Code Collective kicks off its efforts to showcase established and emerging artists of color, who push the envelope of socially conscious art, with debut art show Iconic Originals on Feb. 4, from 5-8 p.m. at Cielo Galleries in South Central Los Angeles.

The collective’s first showing, curated by Misha Liann, will include works by emerging black artists Masu Engeé McLemore, LP Ǽkili Ross, Donovan Vim Crony and Tiffanie Renae. The pieces featured will range from traditional paintings and drawings to multimedia and interactive installations, which the artists identify as their personal best. The short films Noise Gate and Xara by Donovan Vim Crony and Be Art by LP Ǽkili Ross will also be available to preview during the event.

A collaboration between creative, socially conscious minds, Art Code Collective strives to uplift, empower and expose artists of color, while raising awareness about important social issues facing the world, through ongoing events and initiatives.

Please enjoy this selection of preview images from tomorrow night's show...

LP AEkili Ross Color Of Love
LP AEkili Ross Color Of Love
LP AEkili Ross Lunar Eclispe
LP AEkili Ross Lunar Eclispe
Donovan Vim Crony Stellar Fate
Donovan Vim Crony Stellar Fate
Donovan Vim Crony Trust
Donovan Vim Crony Trust
Masu Enge Mclemore Baduizm
Masu Enge Mclemore Baduizm
Masu Enge Mclemore Pink + White
Masu Enge Mclemore Pink + White
Tiffanie Renae
Tiffanie Renae
Tiffanie Renae Sunflower
Tiffanie Renae Sunflower

The Iconic Originals show is open to the public and will take place Sat., Feb. 4, from 5-8 p.m. at Cielo Galleries (3201 Maple Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90011). Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the artists, purchase original framed artwork and enjoy music and refreshments.

For more information about Art Code Collective and Iconic Originals, visit www.artcodecollective.com and follow https://www.instagram.com/artcodecollective/ and https://www.facebook.com/ArtCodeCollective/.

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