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'Black Mermaids' exhibition offers 120 works to combat 'Disney cutesiness'

Charleston City PaperMay 19, 2023

'Black Mermaids' exhibition offers 120 works to combat 'Disney cutesiness'

Internationally recognized artist Tony Williams made three pieces for the show, including "Yemaya Black Mermaids." His work explores indigo, batik and African kola nut dying practices, all rooted in his own ancestral studies.

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Celebrating Black History: Tony Williams Indigo Dyed Garments

Morgan ConservatoryUpdated: Feb 10, 2021

Celebrating Black History: Tony Williams Indigo Dyed Garments

Tony Williams is a Cleveland based artist whose work has been shown in numerous local and national juried shows and international shows. He has also completed several public art projects including sculptures in Cleveland's Asia Town and Beachwood. He serves on the board of the Morgan Conservatory and is an instructor at Praxis Fiber Workshop.

AIR 2021: Tony Williams

Morgan Conservatory2021

AIR 2021: Tony Williams

Tony Williams is a multimedia fiber artist working with indigo and paper. During his time as a creator Williams has explored drawing, painting, commercial art, costume design and teaching. He now works with indigo dyes and paper to explore heritage. Through this exploration, Williams pays homage to his ancestors by looking back and understanding what the cultural aspects of these practices are.

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Luis Gomez, Jessica Pinsky, Tony Williams — Cuyahoga Arts & Cultures Previews a Community Dye Garden

Tony Williams joins WKYC to preview a community dye garden project supported by Cuyahoga Arts & Cultures.

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