Black Legacy Leaders – Open Gallery Night 🎨🍷
Join us this Friday, March 1st, for an exclusive Open Gallery Night, celebrating Black excellence through art, wine, and networking.
Experience stunning portraits and abstract pieces honoring icons in music, arts, business, and technology. Enjoy an evening of creativity, culture, and conversation in a relaxed atmosphere.
📅 Friday, March 1st
Sip wine, connect with fellow art lovers, and immerse yourself in a night of inspiration.
Black Legacy Leaders – Open Gallery Night 🎨🍷
Join us this Thursday, February 29th, for an exclusive Open Gallery Night, celebrating Black excellence through art, wine, and networking.
Experience stunning portraits and abstract pieces honoring leaders in music, arts, business, and technology. Enjoy an evening of creativity, culture, and conversation in a relaxed atmosphere.
📅 Thursday, February 29th
Sip wine, connect with fellow art lovers, and immerse yourself in a night of inspiration.
Into A Curatorial Theme
Living History: Honoring the Changemakers of Today”
The mission of this exhibition is to redefine history as it unfolds, celebrating the impact of Black leaders and innovators from South Central Los Angeles who are actively shaping the present and inspiring the future.
Through this exhibit, we pay tribute to the visionaries in leadership, music, arts, fashion, technology, and business whose legacies are being written now. By highlighting their contributions, we aim to empower the community with stories of resilience, creativity, and transformation—ensuring that today’s history-makers are seen, recognized, and honored in real-time.
Touring Exhibition and Art Sales: The exhibition will travel to multiple galleries across Los Angeles during Black History Month and beyond, offering opportunities to educate and inspire Black communities and all others who are drawn to the legacy of Black leaders.
Exhibition Overview
Black Legacy Leaders is a groundbreaking exhibition that debuts 10 vibrant abstract portrait paintings by emerging talents from Los Angeles and Ghana. This collection celebrates the influential Black leaders of South Central Los Angeles who have shaped today’s arts, business, technology, and community.
Theme: Abstract Art – a dynamic fusion of bold colors and creative interpretations that capture the essence of iconic South LA figures.
Artists: A collective of young, talented artists from Ghana and native Angelenos, each bringing their unique perspective and cultural influences to the canvas.
Artworks: Abstract and colorful portraits that reimagine the legacy and impact of South LA’s most iconic leaders, providing a fresh lens on their contributions.
Experience: Immerse yourself in a visually stunning and thought-provoking journey that honors the LEGENDS of South Central, inspiring pride and reflection within the community.
Roman Combs
Founder, Roman's Global Foundation
Roman Combs has a profound dedication to fostering community development both locally in South LA and globally across the African continent in Ghana. His journey is a testament to the power of leveraging technology, design, and entrepreneurial philanthropy to bridge divides and create impactful, sustainable solutions for Artist and Artisans
He is a pioneering force in the intersection of art, technology, and digital storytelling. With a deep passion for Art and Design, he has leveraged cutting-edge innovation to redefine artist can do business from how its created, experienced, and shared.
Beyond his entrepreneurial ventures, Roman is deeply committed to social impact. His work in South LA and across various African countries has been instrumental in uplifting underrepresented voices, fostering economic empowerment, and bridging the entrepreneurial and digital divide. This commitment has spurred significant local development and inspired a broader movement towards inclusive and sustainable growth in the visual arts and tech industry.
Portrait Artists
Isaac Yeboah Senior
Ghana Artist from Cape Coast
Isaac Yeboah Senior is a Ghanaian artist from Nsawam who trained at the Cape Coast Technical Institute. He developed his skills under expert guidance, exploring diverse mediums and styles.
Isaac uses his work as a tool for storytelling, evoking emotions, and shedding light on social issues.
Micheal Mensah
Ghana Artist from Kumasi
Michael Mensah, known artistically as Mikelmens, is a Ghanaian visual artist based in Accra,
whose work seamlessly blends figurative and abstract elements through his innovative use of
acrylics on canvas. He developed a distinctive style characterized by
vibrant color strips that symbolize the emotional and energetic depth of his subjects.
Boateng Afari Rudolpf
Ghana Artist from Koforidua
Boateng Afari Rudolf, an artist from Koforidua, Ghana, now based in Kumasi, blends traditional
and modern techniques to create works ranging from abstract to realistic contemporary art. A
formally trained painter and sculptor with a self-taught edge, his art explores themes of empathy,
love, and family, forging deep connections with viewers.
Sherrick Enriquez
South La Artist from Belize City, Belize
Sherrick Enriquez is a talented artist from Belize who was raised in Los Angeles.
His artwork is deeply influenced by his multicultural background, starting from his experiences in Belize City and further shaped by the diverse culture of Los Angeles.
Selim Ayer
Ghana Digital Artist from Accra
Selim Ayer is a digital collage artist from Accra, Ghana, whose work merges Afrofuturism and
Afro-Surrealism to reimagine African culture through technology. Using digital manipulation, he
blends traditional imagery with futuristic elements to explore identity, culture, and possibility.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Art Framing & Installation Sponsorship: 48"x 36"
- Details: Sponsorship to cover the cost of setting up art installation by framing.
- Sponsorship Amount: $2,000
- Benefits: Sponsors will receive full-page acknowledgment in the exhibition program, on social media, brand/logo on step and repeat, and a special mention during the exhibition and in post-event communications.
Portrait Shipping: 10 Portraits
- Details: Sponsorship for the shipment of 7 portraits from Accra Ghana to Los Angeles, California.
- Sponsorship Amount: $1,000
- Benefits: Sponsors’ names will be displayed alongside the portraits they sponsor, with recognition in the exhibition program with additional mentions during the event and in post-event communications.
Sponsorship: Videographer
- Details: Sponsorship for the filming of the exhibition
- Sponsorship Amount: $1,500
- Benefits: Sponsors will receive full-page acknowledgment in the exhibition program, on social media, and a special mention during the exhibition and in post-event communications.
Event Printed Programs Sponsorship: 100 Program Books
- Details: Sponsorship for the design and printing of the event program, which includes the list of honorees, artist biographies, and details about the paintings.
- Sponsorship Amount: $1,500
- Benefits: Sponsors will have recognition in the program, with additional mentions during the event and in post-event communications.
Join Us in Honoring Black Legacy
Be part of this transformative celebration of Black leadership and creativity. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, history buff, or community advocate, the Black Legacy Leaders Art Exhibition promises an unforgettable experience that will leave you inspired and empowered.
Reserve your spot today and celebrate the legacies that continue to inspire the future.
Nominate A Legacy Leader Today!
Honoring Changemakers Who Inspire and Impact Communities
Do you know someone who has made a lasting impact in their field and community? We recognize visionary leaders in arts, business, technology, and social change who embody excellence, innovation, and service. Nominate a Legacy Leader today and help us celebrate those shaping the future.