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Indigo Arts Alliance, located in Portland, Maine is a non-profit organization committed to the artistic development of people of African descent and is a place where freedom of self-expression and personal transformation is exchanged.

Indigo Arts Alliance is proud to announce our 2026-2027 David C. Driskell Fellowship Cohort! Named in honor of our estee...
05/21/2026

Indigo Arts Alliance is proud to announce our 2026-2027 David C. Driskell Fellowship Cohort! Named in honor of our esteemed Elder Advisor, David C. Driskell, this fellowship provides time and space for Maine-based/rooted Black and Brown artists to focus on creative production with 6 months rent-free studio space in our Black Seed Studio.

✨Sascha Rose will be in fellowship from June 1 - November 13, 2026. Rose is a first-generation Haitian-American musician and filmmaker who grew up in Maine. Her Haitian roots have long inspired her work, as she tells stories of colonial resistance, liberation, and connection to the divine and natural world through music and film. As she expands her musical practice to include drum machines and loop pedals, she is exploring the intersections of electronic production and Black folk music.

✨Mia Muntu will be in fellowship from January 18 - June 25, 2027. Muntu is a dancer and choreographer based in Portland, Maine. Originally from Northern Virginia, she danced competitively from a young age and was recently awarded a grant from the New England Foundation for the Arts for a new solo creation set to debut in early 2026. Alongside maintaining an independent teaching practice, she is deeply committed to inspiring future generations of dancers.

✨ Michael Kebede will be in fellowship from July 5 - December 17, 2027. Raised in Ethiopia, Kebede draws from American banjo traditions and East African music to create a resonant link between Black life in the Western hemisphere and the African continent. He has performed folk interpretations and original instrumental compositions in venues ranging from music halls carceral facilities, and churches, to farmers’ markets, porches, and street corners across Maine.

Please join us in congratulating these remarkable artists! 💙 Visit the following link to read the full announcement and learn more: https://tr.ee/A94dZRE6_j

Join us in giving a warm welcome to our May-June Mentorship Artists in Residence: Maya Tihtiyas Attean (local) and Cinth...
05/20/2026

Join us in giving a warm welcome to our May-June Mentorship Artists in Residence: Maya Tihtiyas Attean (local) and Cinthya Briones (visiting).

Our pairing process for the Mentorship Residency centers our local and regional artists. Through their work with and within Indigenous communities, Maya and Cinthya each use their respective practices as a form of storytelling and historical recontextualization. Their pairing invites a shared exploration of land, lineage, and collective memory. Together, we hope their exchange sparks new creative approaches and forms of expression for both artists.

Maya Tihtiyas Attean is a Wabanaki (Penobscot & Passamaquoddy) artist living in Abenaki territory in Maine, raised on the Penobscot Reservation. Her work reflects her ancestry, resilience, and connection to the natural world while exploring the bounds of photography.

Cinthya Briones is an interdisciplinary artist, visual researcher, and educator of Nahua Indigenous heritage based in New York City. Her practice explores migration, memory, spirituality, and resistance from a decolonial feminist perspective, using photography, archival research, text, and community-based textile processes.

We are thrilled to have Maya and Cinthya with us in the studio for the rest of this month. 💙 You can learn more about their respective practices on our website and stay tuned for more information on their upcoming public engagement events.
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Image: (From left to right) Cinthya Briones and Maya Tihtiyas Attean inside the Indigo Arts Alliance Studio in Portland, ME.

Indigo Arts Alliance mourns the passing of Gerald Talbot (1931–2026), Maine’s first Black legislator, and a towering fig...
05/11/2026

Indigo Arts Alliance mourns the passing of Gerald Talbot (1931–2026), Maine’s first Black legislator, and a towering figure in civil rights history. We extend our deepest condolences to his family, including his wife Anita and his daughters, State Senator Rachel Talbot Ross and Portland City Councilor Regina Phillips.

Gerald Talbot devoted his life to the pursuit of justice, equality, and dignity for all people. As a politician, civil rights activist, and historian, he worked tirelessly to shape a more just and equitable Maine. Talbot’s unwavering advocacy and belief in a multiracial democracy laid the foundation to safeguard future generations of Black and Brown communities in the state. That vision and determination helped create the conditions for organizations like ours to exist.

While we grieve this tremendous loss, we trust that his legacy will live on, continuing to guide and protect the communities he fought so hard to uplift. We move forward grateful for his example, inspired by his life, and committed to honoring his legacy through our work each day. 💙
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Image: IAA Co-Founder + Artist Director Daniel Minter, Gerald Talbot, and IAA Co-Founder Marcia Minter at Colby College’s 202nd Commencement in 2023.

We’re kicking off the start of our Mentorship Residency season with two familiar faces: Danielle Arroyo and Pame Chévez!...
05/06/2026

We’re kicking off the start of our Mentorship Residency season with two familiar faces: Danielle Arroyo and Pame Chévez! They’ll be joining us now through May 15th as part of our 2026 Alumni Mini-Residency.

This program’s focus on our alumni represents Indigo Arts Alliance’s enduring commitment to reconnecting, re-engaging, and amplifying the voices and practices of our previous Artists-in-Residence. By bringing returning artists back into the fold, we continue to deepen relationships and expand our global arts ecosystem.

Danielle Arroyo was originally a Mentorship Resident with us in 2023. Arroyo is a Maine-based multidisciplinary artist, guided by the seasons and working with natural and found materials. Their work is informed by their experience as a q***r, mixed race, BRCA1 previvor, exploring the relationship between genetic mutations, generational trauma, and breaking curses.

Pame Chévez was originally a Mentorship Resident with us in 2021. Born and raised in Mexico City, Chévez is a Maine-based designer, community organizer, and multidisciplinary artist with a practice spanning Graphic Design, Motion Graphics and 3D modeling. Through OYEH! she leads a Portland-based art and tech studio and as the founder of Palmar Collective, she builds access to water-centered experiences for communities historically excluded from them.

We couldn’t be happier to have Danielle and Pame with us in the studio once more. Join us in giving them a warm welcome back! 💙

Visit the following link to learn more about each artist: https://indigoartsalliance.me/artists-in-residence/

04/30/2026

As we prepare to announce our 2026–2027 David C. Driskell Fellowship cohort (stay tuned 😉), we’re revisiting our most recent Voices + Visions artist talk featuring Gabriel Frey ‘26, Candice Gosta ‘25, and Benjamin Spalding ‘22 + ‘25. This is an ongoing series focused on the creative intersections and distinct voices of our alumni.

Working across basketry, painting, and sculpture, each of these artists approach their practice from a place of internal reflection and social responsibility. Moderated by our Studio and Program Manager, Ashley Page, their conversation unpacks themes of ancestry, legacy, and identity, in addition to the enduring influence of Dr. David C. Driskell on their work.

Watch the full video and learn more about each artist: https://vimeo.com/1188165679?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
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The David C. Driskell Fellowship offers six months of rent-free studio space, a $750 stipend, and individualized mentorship to Maine-based and Maine-rooted Black and Brown artists.

If you would like to sustain this work, we invite you to explore our Indigo Experiences, a curated selection of immersive cultural offerings created in partnership with our vibrant community of artists, partners, and collaborators. Every purchase directly supports our residency programs and the artists they serve. Click here to learn more: https://indigoartsalliance.square.site

Indigo Arts Alliance is pleased to welcome the expansion of our Board to include four new members: Tim Dooley, Partner a...
04/24/2026

Indigo Arts Alliance is pleased to welcome the expansion of our Board to include four new members:

Tim Dooley, Partner at FoW Partners and former Vice President at Two Sigma Impact; Whitney Hess, executive coach for creative leaders across the arts, technology, and nonprofit sectors; Ruki Neuhold-Ravikumar, Executive Director of Woodlawn & Pope-Leighey House and former Acting Under Secretary for Education at the Smithsonian Institution; and Michael Derek Thomas, Chairman and Co-Founder of ODX Studios and former Chief Strategy Officer of Galway Holdings.

Bringing a remarkable breadth of experience across business, design, and cultural leadership, each of these individuals strengthens our collective vision and capacity. We look forward to the insight and care they will contribute as we continue advancing our mission.

Please join us in giving Tim, Whitney, Ruki, and Michael a warm Indigo welcome! 💙 Visit the link in our bio to read the full announcement. 🔗
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From left to right: Tim Dooley, Whitney Hess, Ruki Neuhold-Ravikumar, and Michael Derek Thomas.

What a night! Thank you to everyone, near and far, who showed up to make this year's unforgettable. 💙 Whether you join...
04/24/2026

What a night! Thank you to everyone, near and far, who showed up to make this year's unforgettable. 💙 Whether you joined us in person or in spirit, your presence, generosity, and belief means everything to us. Because of you, we continue to create transformative opportunities for Black and Brown artists, expanding what the arts can do in Maine and beyond.

Shout out to DJ Benjamin Spalding our ’22 + ’25 David C. Driskell fellow, who kept us on our dancing feet, and to Oun Lido's, Katahdin Kitchen, and Niyat Catering for keeping everyone nourished, along with Dean'sSweets for the perfect sweets to finish the evening. 💙

To our planning and host committees, and our sponsors: your continued advocacy makes this work possible. We couldn't do what we do without you.💙Swipe through to the full list of the folks who made our celebration possible.

NEW for you: Now through May 10th, select Indigo Experiences are available for purchase with proceeds directly supporting our Artist Residency Programs Visit the following link to learn more: https://indigoartsalliance.square.site
See you next year for ! 🌟
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Photograph by Annabelle Collette Richardson.

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Mia Bogyo as the new Deputy Director of Indigo Arts Alliance! 📣 Visit th...
04/22/2026

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Mia Bogyo as the new Deputy Director of Indigo Arts Alliance! 📣 Visit the following link to read the full announcement: https://tr.ee/eRnoQC

Bogyo brings a decade of experience working at the intersection of arts and education, engaging learners of all ages across public schools, nonprofit organizations, and arts centers. Her work has been defined by a commitment to building strong community partnerships and expanding access to arts programming.

“I am honored to be joining the work of Indigo Arts Alliance in Maine’s cultural conversation and beyond as leaders in supporting and amplifying Black and Brown artists at such a pivotal moment. This work deeply aligns with my values around mentorship and community-centered engagement, creating spaces where multicultural artists can grow, share, and build lasting connections.” — Mia Bogyo.

As Deputy Director, Bogyo will be a driving force behind everything that makes IAA thrive. Working in close partnership with the Executive Director, she will lead the day-to-day operations that power the 85 artists in residencies annually, oversee our studios and bring flawless ex*****on to our large-scale public events. She will support IAA’s continued growth through building scalable infrastructures that will translate vision into operational and financial strategy. Throughout this work she will help steward Black leadership principles at the heart of our organizational culture.

Please join us in congratulating Mia, and giving her a warm Indigo welcome!💙
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📸: Annabelle Collette Richardson

Spring is in the AiR🌸 is almost here! Taking place Thursday, April 16 from 6–9 PM at Maine Studio Works, this year’s fun...
04/16/2026

Spring is in the AiR🌸 is almost here! Taking place Thursday, April 16 from 6–9 PM at Maine Studio Works, this year’s fundraising celebration offers something truly special: a curated collection of immersive cultural experiences that reflect our vibrant network of artists, collaborators, and partners. These include:

📚The Ashley Bryan Legacy Experience — Travel to Little Cranberry Island for an intimate visit to Ashley Bryan’s Pavilion, meet his family, explore the island, and join a hands-on workshop with IAA Co-Founder & Artist Director Daniel Minter.

🌿The Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens Experience — Enjoy a curatorial tour of installations by IAA AiRs Anna Tsouhlarakis ‘24, Shane Perley-Dutcher ‘24, Arisa White ‘22, and Daniel Minter, followed by a terrace toast, conversation and full Garden access.

⚓The Maine Maritime Museum Experience — Go behind the scenes with the museum’s Exhibits Director Luke Gates-Milardo for a guided tour of the exhibition ‘Re|Sounding’, featuring works by IAA AiRs Gabriel Frey ‘26, Antonio Rocha ’21 + ‘25, Nyugen E. Smith ‘20, and Daniel Minter, plus a signed catalog and riverfront lunch.

✨The Maine MILL Museum Opening Experience — Be among the first to explore the new Maine MILL in Lewiston with exclusive access guided by Executive Director Rachel Ferrante and the IAA team, including a preview of an upcoming exhibition featuring IAA AiRs.

🖼️ A Portland Museum of Art Private Tour — Experience a private tour with the museum’s Executive Director Mark Bessire, including special access to the upcoming exhibition ‘Winslow Homer: Painter, Etcher’.

🎨The Farnsworth Art Museum Experience — Join IAA leadership for a curatorial tour of the exhibitions 'Maine: A Force within American Art (1890–2026)’ and IAA AiR Benjamin Spalding’s '22 + '25 ‘Go Bang!’, with full-day access.

🦁And a once-in-a-lifetime safari adventure in South Africa.

Don’t miss your chance to make an impact. Every ticket helps us provide transformative opportunities for Black and Brown artists across Maine and beyond. Click here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/spring-is-in-the-air--2026 to get your ticket before they’re gone.
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is made possible, in part, thanks to the generous support of Allagash Brewing Company, Back Cove Financial, Bath Savings , Broadturn Farm , Coffee By Design, Dean'sSweets, Devenish Wines, The Francis Hotel, Legacy Properties Sotheby's International Realty, Martin's Point Health Care, Michael Hirschhorn, Ocean AVL, and Sea Bags.

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60 Cove Street
Portland, ME
04101

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Website

https://linktr.ee/Indigoartsalliance

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