Past Resident

Dr. Artika R. Tyner

As a visual artist, Dr. Artika R. Tyner focuses on cultural preservation, racial justice, and healing through her photography and literary works. She uses her artistic talent to showcase the beauty of Mama Africa and honor the rich cultural heritage of the African Diaspora. Each piece provides a glimpse of the past, present, and future. She also explores the foundational principles of Afro-futurism through her artistry: I WAS, I AM, and I WILL BE.

This residency is supported by Artist Communities Alliance’s (ACA) McKnight Artist Residencies Consortium. This partnership between ACA and the McKnight Foundation supports selected residency program partners in developing fair and just policies, and provides McKnight Artist Fellows with residency opportunities at these partner programs. This consortium aims to support the development of residency environments where any artist can thrive.

Website: artikatyner.com

Image credit:
Courtesy of the artist