The truth of the matter: King Street Station exhibition showcases diversity of artists of African descent
Since 1906, King Street Station has served as a gateway to the Pacific Northwest. More than a century later, it’s still fulfilling the original mission through the “Truth B Told” art exhibition. The collection of work from more than 50 artists of African descent offers a portal into diverse viewpoints. “Truth” combines the work of emerging, experienced and internationally known professional artists, including Barbara Earl Thomas and Marita Dingus.
“I think it’s an incredible show, especially to be here in Seattle in the Northwest,” Dingus said. “This is good. I think people from all over should come see this show because you’re not going to have this opportunity to see so many Black artists. Not in the Seattle area. These folks you would never see because they don’t have gallery representation.”
The third-floor space is brimming with the work of talented artists meeting art styles from abstract to impressionism. More than 150 pieces of art in the show cover a wide range of mediums: paintings, sculptures, stained glass, found-object art, a video presentation and installations.
