Augsburg Galleries "To Illuminate Abundance"

To Illuminate Abundance

JANUARY 21–MARCH 24, 2023

RECEPTION: JANUARY 21, 6–8 pm | GAGE & CHRISTENSEN GALLERIES

TO ILLUMINATE ABUNDANCE is an exhibition from nine local, Black women & femme designers exploring what it means to live a life full of love, freedom, and light…beyond survival. Viewers are invited to experience and imagine themselves within these pieces as they explore this expression of Black femme liberation. Curated by Olivia House and Silent Fox, 13.4 Collective

The Great Northern: Artist Talk

ARTIST TALK: THURSDAY, FEB 2, 6 PM | HAGFORS CENTER

Join the nine artists to discuss the revolutionary practice of joyous making through the lens of Black women and femmes. Artists will contextualize their work and view of the exhibition within a broader landscape of making, community, politics, and futurism.

This talk is part of THE GREAT NORTHERN | In an era of changing climate that threatens our signature season, The Great Northern seeks to create community, inspire action, and share the resilient spirit of the North with the world.

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Drew Graham
Drew Graham
Director of Diversity and Inclusion
For Drew, design is an act of radical empathy founded on the belief that every space, whether digital or physical, should be built to welcome everyone. As a UX/UI specialist, his dedication to accessibility isn't just a professional checkbox. It is deeply rooted in a career that actually began in the physical world, sculpting molds for prosthetic and orthotic leg braces.

He has spent over a decade bridging the gap between complex technical constraints and genuine human connection. Whether he is mapping out intuitive user journeys for healthcare startups or serving as a core advocate for players with disabilities within the Activision Disabilities Network, his focus remains entirely on breaking down barriers. As Director of Diversity and Inclusion for AIGA Minnesota, Drew is committed to ensuring the local creative community feels deeply approachable, supportive, and accessible to designers of all ability levels, backgrounds, and demographics.

Catch him anytime to talk about scalable design systems, grassroots community growth, indie game storytelling, or the perfect backyard grill setup.