About the Artist
Robert O’Neal Multicultural Art Center (ROMAC) was established in 2019 to celebrate African and African American arts, history and culture. The purpose of the ROMAC shall be to serve as a hub/information center for the African and African American culture and arts within the City of Cincinnati by providing programs, information, and services connectivity of multicultural arts groups.
The ROMAC’s mission is to celebrate, advance and preserve African and African American culture and achievement through the arts, history, and education, while also uplifting the rich diversity of artists and cultures in the region.
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About the Artist
For over 20 years, Cedric Michael Cox has been best known for his paintings that catapult color into rhythmic action with abstract and recognizable images that create compositions inspired by themes in music and the natural world. Working under several influences, including architecture and art history, Cox’s work ranges from geometric compositions to cityscapes, landscapes, and curvilinear floral-like forms, all dancing within surrealistic environments. In addition to his work being featured in museums and galleries around the country, his work can be found in the permanent collection of the Cincinnati City mayor's office, public and private schools, libraries, hospitals, law firms, and many private and corporate collections around the country.
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About the Artist
Batres Gilvin is an artist duo from Greater Cincinnati, made up of Karla Batres and Bradly Gilvin, who met while studying art in Cincinnati. Together, they create colorful and imaginative art that combines Karla’s Mexican American heritage with Bradly’s Southern American roots. Working from their studio on a family farm, they turn everyday life into art, using playful, bright colors and familiar shapes to share stories about family, community, and identity.
In their work, Batres Gilvin mixes fun, sparkly designs with big ideas about belonging and celebrating where we all come from. They love to use surprising materials and textures to help people see the world in new ways. Through their art, they invite viewers to explore different cultures, ask questions, and celebrate what makes each of us unique!
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About the Artist
Kandice Odister (she/her), is a mother and visual artist from Trotwood, Ohio now based in Cincinnati. Her work focuses on the exploration of identity and the human experiences that shape it. She embraces the concept of adult play as an artistic practice, merging creativity, storytelling, and self-discovery.
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About the Artist
John is an artist/educator who is passionate about working for the greater good. He was the Artist in Residence for the Cincinnati Artist Museum, Cincinnati Shakespeare Company and V2 gallery. He's collaborated with ArtWorks, BLDG and Visionaries + Voices on community projects and trained youth apprentices to become part of the vibrant art culture of Cincinnati.
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About the Artist
Rebecca Shakespeare Armstrong has always loved art and fashion and comes from a family of artists. Armstrong has her bachelors in Fashion Merchandising and Product Development as well as a minor in marketing from Bowling Green State University (BGSU). While in college, Armstrong created RJS Fashion which is an online shop where she offers unique headpieces, accessories, personal styling and blog. Her creativity stems from her faith as well as her love for film and television. Armstrong has a thing for depicting Black Women in elegant, dramatic attire and watercolor fashion illustrations. Her inspiration stems from not only her faith, but her Jamaican heritage as well as her love for the 80s and 90s bold use of color.
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