Who We Are
Mela Arts Collective: A placewhere the vibrant and diverse voices of Black and Brown creatives are not only heard, but celebrated and uplifted.
What We Do
Promote the voices and perspectives of Black and Brown creatives by empowering communities through the transformative power of art.
WHY WE DO IT
We believe that by elevating and amplifying the voices of underrepresented communities, we can create a more vibrant, dynamic, and equitable world for all.
WHERE BLACK ART
IS UPLIFTED, CELEBRATED, and SEEN
WHAT WE OFFER
DIGITAL MEDIA & PUBLICATION
You can find our members in both the Mela Arts Magazine and on our Mela Arts 101 Platform.
ARTISTIC DEVELOPMENT
We believe in continued education through working one-on-one and within workshop style setting to ensure our members are continuing to grow artistically and get the support the need.
EVENTS & RETREATS
We organize many types of events, including exhibitions, workshops, Galas, pop-ups, and an artist retreat exclusively for our Mela Arts members.
Coming Soon
Bold: The Big Chop
is an empowering art exhibition that celebrates the unique experiences and journey of black women who have embraced low haircuts and baldness through the powerful act of the “big chop.” This exhibition challenges traditional white beauty standards of long, flowing hair and explores the courage, self-expression, and liberation found in embracing one’s true self. Bold showcases a diverse range of artistic mediums including photography, videography, painting, drawing, audio, and a live performance of “the big chop” on the opening night, creating an immersive and transformative experience for visitors.
If you are interested in participating in the exhibition click here!
COMING SoON
Crossing the Burning Sands:Welcome to "Crossing the Burning Sands," an immersive and transformative exhibition that invites you to journey through the rich tapestry of Divine Nine culture. This exhibition is a tribute to the enduring legacy of the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) organizations, also known as the Divine Nine, and a celebration of the diverse stories, experiences, and contributions of its members.
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Celebrate and honor the rich culture, traditions, and heritage of the Divine Nine organizations, emphasizing their positive impact on individuals and communities.
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Spotlight the leadership and community service activities of Divine Nine members, emphasizing their positive contributions to society.
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Emphasize the sense of unity and camaraderie among Divine Nine members and encourage dialogue and understanding among diverse audiences.
At Mela We Believe In You
If you are looking for a group of like minded artist, creatives, and curators disrupting the game up in a major way, take a few moments to fill out our questionnaire and a team member will reach out to you.
LETS DO SOMETHING AMAZING! TOGETHER!
CONTACT US
Head Office:
1140 3rd Street NE, Suite 200
Washington DC 20002
Phones:
+1 (800) 975 - 6352
Write Us:
info@wemela.com