Another First Impression

Another First Impression explores the nuance within communities of color across the Midwest. This group exhibition brings together six artists from across the region to present a collection of original photographs, essays, and interviews that invite the viewer to embrace the complexity of the Midwest’s diverse tapestry.

Featuring artists from Cincinnati, Chicago, Cleveland, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, and Pittsburgh, Another First Impression shines a spotlight on BIPOC communities that have long been marginalized or overlooked, capturing the essence of its people, landscapes, and cultures with honesty and reverence.

Serving as a welcome mat, the exhibition extends an opportunity to rediscover and reconnect with communities, both familiar and unknown. It invites the viewer to see the world through new eyes, to celebrate differences, and to recognize the strength that lies within the heart of every community.

Another First Impression is the first public project presented by MIDTONES, a creative print and digital platform led by Asa Featherstone IV that supports Black and Brown visual artists in the Midwest.

Artists: Elijah Barnes, Asa Featherstone IV, Da’Shaunae Marisa, Njaimeh Njie, Andrea Sabugo, Yasmin Yassin