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Empowerment Through the Lens

Using Storytelling to Create Powerful Imagery
2023-02-11 12:00:00 2023-02-11 15:00:00 America/New_York Empowerment Through the Lens Celebrate Black History Month with the local and nationally-recognized artist duo CreativeSoul Photography. They aren't just photographers, but visual storytellers, redefining the narrative of Black youth in the media and showcasing Black excellence. Duluth Branch -

Saturday, February 11
12:00pm - 3:00pm

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Celebrate Black History Month with the local and nationally-recognized artist duo CreativeSoul Photography. They aren't just photographers, but visual storytellers, redefining the narrative of Black youth in the media and showcasing Black excellence.

Join CreativeSoul Photography as they discuss how they've used their unique imagery to empower kids of color around the world.

Regis and Kahran Bethencourt are a husband-and-wife duo and the imaginative forces behind CreativeSoul Photography. Known for their visual storytelling through children's photography, they've been able to create compelling imagery that has captured the hearts and minds of viewers around the world.  

To learn more about CreativeSoul Photography click here. 

  • Art Exhibit from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
  • Artist Talk at 2:00 p.m. 

Registration is recommended. 

*Adult Services

AGE GROUP: | Ages 6-11 | Ages 19+ | Ages 16-18 |

EVENT TYPE: | Family | Community | Arts | Adults |

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