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Center for the Arts Features “Born at the Bottom of the Ship”

MANASSAS — (Press Release) To commemorate Black History Month, the Center for the Arts will feature the colorful works of James and Zsudayka Nzinga Terrell.

The “Born at the Bottom of the Ship” exhibit will be available for study and contemplation from January 31 – March 4.  The public is welcomed to come and meet the artists at a free reception on Saturday, February 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Center for the Arts, 9419 Battle Street, Manassas, VA, hosted by Prince William County Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. (PWCAC DST).

For a fourth year, PWCAC DST hosts this Black History Month reception at the Center for the Arts to celebrate the contributions that African-Americans make to the arts. Attendees will enjoy live music, refreshments, and door prizes, in addition to the opportunity to enjoy the artwork and meet the artists.

The exhibit features the works of husband and wife team, James and Zsudayka Nzinga Terrell, visual artists living in Washington, DC. They paint beautiful, vibrant afro-futurist abstract portraits.

James studied art at Howard University and Parson School of Art and Design. He also received a degree in Theology and Ministry. He has been teaching art for 12-years.

Zsudayka studied journalism before pursuing a career creating art programs for nonprofits and charter schools. She has been teaching art for ten years. The Terrells also work closely with local nonprofits to develop youth art programming in their community.

Join PWCAC DST to celebrate culture, history, and community. Visit EventBrite to R.S.V.P. for this free event and find out more about the artists.