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We are so thankful to Mark Godfrey and Nikita Sena Quarshie for leading The Epic and the Everyday: Kerry James Marshall’s Black Narratives. Over the past few weeks we’ve explored Marshall’s decades-long practice, from strategies of figuration to new works currently on view at the Royal Academy.

It has been a privilege to convene this space of collective study, and we thank every participant for your thoughtful contributions.

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The full lecture series is now available to revisit online.
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We would love to hear from you — what was your favourite part of the lecture series? Was there a moment of insight, a discussion, or a question that stayed with you? Please share your reflections with us in the comments on Instagram:
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Thank you once again to Mark, Nikita and all who joined us on this journey. We look forward to welcoming you back for future courses.

Warm regards,

Bolanle Tajudeen

Acknowledgements

Simmons & Simmons
Black Blossoms thanks Simmons & Simmons, an international law firm with an acclaimed art collection that supports emerging artists and expands opportunities beyond traditional gallery spaces.
🔗 art.simmons-simmons.com

New Curators
Black Blossoms thanks New Curators, a paid year-long training programme in London supporting aspiring curators from lower socio-economic backgrounds and opening pathways into the art world.
🔗 www.newcurators.org