Who We Are
MISSION
Onyx Fine Arts Collective is a voluntary, non-profit organization, based in Seattle, whose mission is to educate, inspire, cultivate, and showcase the artwork of artists of African descent from our Pacific Northwest communities.
VISION
ONYX will serve as the primary catalyst for elevating the presence of Pacific Northwest visual artists of African descent throughout our region, nation, and the world. To accomplish our vision, we will:
Onyx Fine Arts Collective is a voluntary, non-profit organization, based in Seattle, whose mission is to educate, inspire, cultivate, and showcase the artwork of artists of African descent from our Pacific Northwest communities.
VISION
ONYX will serve as the primary catalyst for elevating the presence of Pacific Northwest visual artists of African descent throughout our region, nation, and the world. To accomplish our vision, we will:
- Advocate for the exhibition, recognition, funding, promotion of artists of African descent in the PNW
- Build a community of PNW artists of African descent that is consciously placed in relationship with artist of African descent around the world
- Explore regional and national opportunities to showcase the work of Onyx artists.
- Celebrate the history and legacy of Pacific Northwest artist of African descent
- Become a resource for artists to grow and develop their skills, knowledge and experience
- Create a space where artists of African descent can display and sell their work to individuals, organizations, corporations, and in the public space
- Increase the representation of artists of African descent in public art
- Counteract the prevailing under-representation and exclusion of art by artists of African descent
|
|
|
Onyx Logo
The properties of the Onyx logo, a black gem stone that represents positive energy, guards against negativity, fortifies self-confidence and sharpens the senses, further inspiring us to develop and grow professionally. Our logo serves to further enhance our increasing presence and brand in the Northwest and beyond.
Notes for E - Came from Al Daggett, created logo. Need updated language. |