The work of St. Augustine-based fine art photographer Lenny Foster will be displayed with support from the St. Johns Cultural Council’s Art in Public Spaces program. Work from his series “Where We Stand” will provide a glimpse into the rich African American history of the County.
“This series has been influenced by my relocation to St. Augustine, Florida, and, more precisely, moving into the historic township of Lincolnville. Upon ar.riving in St. Augustine, I discovered a deep history, largely unknown to the public at large, of African Americans in our County,” says Foster.
“I learned a hidden history of my own African American heritage…As the awareness of this history dawned on me, it has become the focus of my work allowing me to combine my fine art photography with a historic and social aware.ness of the continuing struggle for freedom and recognition by the people who are my ancestors, my heritage. I feel honored to be able to share this history, through my work, with a broader public.”
Opening receptions with an opportunity to meet the artist will be held during the first week of February. The Cultural Council is proud to present this exhibition with support from the National Endowment for the Arts, the Com.munity Foundation for Northeast Florida, the Florida Division of Arts and Culture, the St. Johns County Tourist Development Council, and the St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners.
Where We Stand will be presented at the County Ad.ministration Rotunda Gallery now until April 22nd.
