In this episode, I speak with Charles Mason III, a fine artist based in Baltimore, MD. He received his BFA from the University of Maryland Baltimore County and MFA in Studio Art from the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. He is a Trawick Prize Winner and has artwork in the permanent collection of the Baltimore Museum of Art, the James E. Lewis Museum of Art, the Whitney Museum of American Art Special Collections, and the Hammer Museum Grunwald Center Collection. Welcome to "Cultural Canvases: Black Men Reshaping Fine Art and Creative Spaces" presented by ArtAboveReality — the podcast that dives deep into the vibrant world of contemporary art, design, and digital creativity through the lenses of Black male professionals. Join me, Badir McCleary, your host, and curator, as we venture on a journey through the fascinating narratives and insightful perspectives of these groundbreaking artists and visionaries. In each episode, we'll unravel the threads of their unique journeys, exploring the challenges they've overcome, the triumphs that define their artistic narratives, and the goals that keep them putting in overtime in their studios and boardrooms. From gallery walls to global stages, we'll celebrate these diverse talents that are redefining the face of creativity. But that's not all. "Cultural Canvases" goes beyond the canvas, delving into the broader ecosystem. Tune in for engaging discussions on current events impacting the creative space, market trends, and the rich historical context that shapes contemporary expression.

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