This exhibit features two Black women artists, business owners, and entrepreneurs, so the topics raised in our March 14-30 production of can i touch it? resonate with them. The selection of artists’ work to hang in our theatre lobby and the Keith O. Norwalk & Steve L. Hamilton Gallery Wall is meant to help continue thoughts and conversations about themes from our stage productions.
Artists receive 100% of the sale of their work from our space.
Faith Blackwell
Faith Blackwell’s journey into photography and mixed-media art began in 2011, when she picked up a camera while working in marketing for the International Masonry Institute. Since then, she has dedicated herself to her craft, becoming a published photographer and mixed-media artist known for her whimsical and nostalgic pop art style. Faith specializes in business headshots, commercial, event, and fashion photography, capturing the essence of her subjects with creativity and passion.
Faith’s art is a testament to the power of representation, featuring primarily Black women and celebrating their beauty and uniqueness. Through her vibrant and evocative pieces, Faith highlights the strength, beauty, and individuality of Black women, making each artwork a powerful statement of empowerment and visibility.
Her work has been featured in prominent venues, including Bottleworks Hotel and The Garage, where she captured portraits of the people involved in these transformative projects. As the 2023 featured artist for Dress for Success Indianapolis’s Stepping Out In Style, Faith’s art has also been showcased at Saks 5th Avenue for two consecutive years.
Beyond her artistic achievements, Faith is a committed community leader, serving on the boards of Dress for Success Indianapolis, Indy Maven, and the Indianapolis Zoo. Her dedication to empowering women and promoting diversity is evident in her work and community involvement.
Faith’s mixed-media pieces often depict strong, confident women, reflecting her commitment to female empowerment. She creates a supportive and inclusive environment, encouraging collaboration and amplifying marginalized voices. Her approach to photography includes asking her subjects to choose a song that makes them feel their best, creating a natural and engaging photoshoot experience.
Through her art and community efforts, Faith Blackwell continues to inspire and uplift others, making a positive impact in Indianapolis and beyond. Discover more about her vibrant and impactful work at faithblackwellcreative.com.
Chandra Lynch
As a self-taught photographer and contemporary artist, Chandra Lynch’s journey with the camera has been one of discovery and transformation. she is not merely a photographer—she is a craftsman who uses photography as her medium to explore and express the world around her.
Photography allows Chandra to capture ephemeral moments that often go unnoticed, transforming them into enduring pieces of art. Her approach is grounded in the found environment, where she uses her camera and impeccable eye to reveal the hidden beauty in movement, poise, contrast, and the play of light and shadow. These elements come together to create a visual symphony that makes her subjects shine with an inner radiance.
Nature serves as her canvas and collaborator. Many of her works feature people immersed in natural settings, where the organic interplay between human form and the environment creates a harmonious balance. In these scenes, she seeks to capture the essence of the human spirit in its most unguarded and authentic state, intertwined with the raw beauty of the natural world.
Chandra’s art is a celebration of the intricate dance between light and life. each photograph is a testament to the power of observation and the magic that unfolds when one looks beyond the surface. Through her lens, she strives to tell stories that resonate on a deeper level, inviting viewers to see the world through her eyes and discover the extraordinary in the ordinary.
In every frame, Chandra aims to evoke emotion and provoke thought, challenging perceptions and encouraging a deeper connection with the world around us. Her work is not just about capturing images; it is about capturing the essence of moments that define our shared human experience.
