Queer Artist Field Trip! ELEMENTS of BMC: Collage Across Space and Time
A queer artist field trip to Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center centered on the ELEMENTS of BMC exhibition, exploring collage across space and time. Expect gallery conversation, creative prompts, and community networking for artists of all levels.
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