Opening: Antoinette Cauley: I Do It For The HOOD. Pt.2

Celebrating the opening of I Do It For The Hood. Pt.2, join us December 15 from 6-9 pm where you can meet Antoinette Cauley and view this incredible collection of over twenty new paintings created both in Berlin and Phoenix. For one night only we will have low riders by Sophisticated Few Car Club, jams by DJ John Blaze, and drinks poured by The Hive Mobile Bartending. No tickets are required for this historic night.

Modified Arts is proud to present Antoinette Cauley’s I Do It For The HOOD. Pt.2
“Hood Culture” embodies a deliberate redefinition of imposed marginalization and stereotypical narratives, showcasing the resilience, resourcefulness, and distinctive style of communities predominantly comprised of Black descendants of American slaves, Indigenous People and Latinos. While the term “Hood” is often burdened with negative connotations, it is important to recognize that Hood culture is a product of systemic racism, stemming from the hands of violent and oppressive colonizers.

In 2021, Antoinette ventured to Berlin, Germany, both to advance her career and lay
the groundwork for aspiring Black artists and entrepreneurs in Phoenix. This exhibition, divided into two parts, emphasizes her commitment to empowering and uplifting her community through every part of her journey, including her time abroad.

This extraordinary body of work not only expresses love and appreciation for the Black community and the Hoods (of South and other parts of) Phoenix, but it also compels viewers to confront their own relationship with colonialism and inherent racism. Antoinette Cauley’s artwork serves as a catalyst for dialogue, fostering introspection and a deeper understanding of our shared history.