“There is a kind of strength that is almost frightening in black women. It’s as if a steel rod runs right through the head down to the feet” - Maya Angelou, November 21, 1973
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Art Responders, in collaboration with Betti Ono Gallery presents VIRAL: 25 Years From Rodney King (VIRAL: RK25), a touring exhibition and community arts project offering an immersive visualization of violence in U.S. law enforcement over the past quarter century.
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Betti Ono is dedicated to providing a platform and space to amplify the work and voices of under-represented artists and communities of color. These beautifully captured photos by Jon Crisp, reflect the powerful moments during the opening night artist talk for #222ForgottenCities: The Power of Melanin by Brittsense.
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Will Oakland Lose its Artistic Soul? Betti Ono founder and director speaks candidly about long -time efforts to protect arts and culture communities from displacement. http://m.eastbayexpress.com/oakland/will-oakland-lose-its-artistic-soul/Content?oid=4679618
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Betti Ono is proud to present #222ForgottenCities: The Power of Melanin, a solo exhibition by Brittani Sensabaugh aka BRITTSENSE. Opening night reception and artist talk Friday Feb 5, 2016 from 6-9pm. Talk at 7pm.
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This Fall we are pleased to present #Adrift by Renee Castro, the debut solo show at Betti Ono on view thru Jan 15th . With her heritage stemming from the Ohlone Native American tribe, Renee Castro's background serves as an inspiration for much of her work hence her subjects deep roots and connection within the natural world. This illustrative collection incorporated misconceived heroines and captivating muses that are simultaneously emerging from and being enveloped by environments that could provide them a sense of security, playfulness or distress.
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