Repost from a year ago... “I thought I wouldn’t see my #tatterbristlemend survey exhibit in #DC at the National Museum of Women in the Arts. For months, I lived vicariously through the generous photos and kind words many of you shared on social media. Then, 3 things happened: The museum extended the exhibit! I was able to get my #vaccinationdone✔️! Got on my first plane in 15 months! And, WOW! Being there gave me wings. It’s a manifestation of your support and the legacy of the ancestors. I’m deeply grateful for the vision of curator Katie Wat and her staff, each stellar member of the security team who amplified my work and shared poignant stories of what it meant to them, the stunningly beautiful installation, my beloved studio manager @megarseno and assistants, the receptive audience including dear friends/family, and my gallerists and collectors. Some of you are thinking: “Sonya came to town and didn’t tell me!” For this I beg your forgiveness. Too many beloveds, too short of a visit. My post pandemic travel game is not up to speed. I’ll try to do better next time. For those who can get there, the exhibit is up through 6/27/21. You will see 100 artworks made over my 25 year career. You will meet the thoughtful security staff whose reflections on my art brought me laughter, tears, and new eyes. They are the true stars of the show. Post a photo of something that moved you so others who can’t make it can live vicariously too. My heart is filled, thanks to all of you. 🙏🏾@womeninthearts #museumguardsaresuperheroes #black #blackart #blackartists #blackartistsmatter #womenartists #NMWA #art #artist #artwork #hair #cornrows #blackisbeautiful #blackhair #madamcjwalker #combs #blackhistory #1619project #ourstories #ourhistory #yellow #blackandwhite #grateful “