EarthSeed Rising Arts Collective Presents: “We are the Art:

Dandyism in America and the African Diaspora”

A Celebration of Style, Resistance, and Cultural Imagination Through Visual Art

TUCSON, AZ — February 13, 2026 — EarthSeed Rising Arts Collective proudly

presents, We Are the Art: Dandyism in America and the African Diaspora, an immersive

visual art and cultural experience celebrating Black Dandyism as a powerful expression

of identity, elegance, resistance, and self-definition.

Rooted in history, yet boldly forward-looking, We Are the Art explores Dandyism across

America and the African Diaspora, including the influence of La SAPE (Société des

Ambianceurs et des Personnes Élégantes)—the celebrated Congolese movement

where fashion becomes a declaration of dignity, creativity, and cultural pride.

Guests are invited to walk the red carpet and dress to impress, showcasing their finest

expressions of Black Dandy elegance. Original artwork featuring artwork from

EarthSeed Rising Arts Collective will be available for purchase, offering attendees an

opportunity to directly support artists and take home meaningful works that celebrate

style and storytelling.

A special feature of the evening includes a preview honoring the Buffalo Soldiers,

presented in uniform to commemorate their legacy, gallantry, and historical significance.

The event will also offer a live cultural experience featuring cultural artifacts, a music

selection from the Siloam Choir, creating a vibrant space for exploration, learning, and

connection.

Event Details:

What: We Are the Art: Dandyism in America and the African Diaspora

When: Friday, February 13, 2026 | 5:00–8:30 PM

Where: 325 W 2nd St, Tucson, AZ 85705 (Dunbar Culture and Arts Center)

Admission: Free (Donations Encouraged)

For more information, interviews, or media inquiries, please contact earthseedrisingartscollective@gmail.com