Stéphane Alexis

“Crépu: Our DNA,” a Black hair art show, captured the self-love many Black boys and girls find through hands that are patient, kind, and understanding.

The Ottawa Arts Council announced the recipients of its annual Arts Awards last night. Nominations were evaluated by a peer assessment group composed of arts leaders in the community representing different artistic disciplines, in addition to having an equity advisor oversee a portion of the deliberations.

Ottawa Art Gallery’s Galerie Annexe presents the photo exhibition Stéphane Alexis: Chains & Crowns, until Sept. 12, 2021. Each photograph features a hairstyle of African descent; lit, framed and presented with extensively researched information.