Artist Miriam Uhura and "Noir Star," acrylic on canvas. Photos: Gabby (@gothsauceg),left; art courtesy of the artist and Playground Detroit
With her first solo show, artist Miriam Uhura wants everyone who sees it to feel like they deserve stardom.
The big picture: The exhibition, titled "Noir Star," is at the Playground Detroit gallery. Uhura's brightly colored portraits show her love for Black individuality, showing off methods of self-expression, identity, joy and beauty, according to a press release.
Zoom in: Uhura, a self-taught painter, is from Highland Park. Her work shares how she's grown and come to understand herself better. She wants those who view her work to feel empowered and seen, and embrace some deeper truths about themselves.
If you go: The exhibition is at 2845 Gratiot Ave., open now through March 15. It ends with a closing reception on its final day, 12-5pm.
