Sedrick Huckaby's Black Bird Redemption Song

Experience the striking artistry of Sedrick Huckaby at Black Bird Redemption Song! This evocative exhibition unveils Huckaby’s brand new sculptural bird series, created from papier-mâché and showcased in antique cages that defy conventional limitations. Alongside these dramatic sculptures are poignant drawings and multimedia works that reflect deep explorations of community, spirituality, and resilience.

• Featuring powerful installations that highlight themes of confinement and freedom, shining a light on mass incarceration’s impact on Black communities.
• Don’t miss the life-sized portrait sculpture of Craig Watkins, the first African American District Attorney in Texas, and moving video works investigating historical and contemporary social justice.
• Immerse yourself in a transformative journey through sculpture, drawing, and video that connects past trauma to hope for thoughtful change.
• Sedrick Huckaby’s acclaimed work is recognized across the nation for magnifying everyday heroes with expressive detail and deep humanity.

Step into the UMLAUF Sculpture Garden & Museum for a celebration of art that resonates with meaning, legacy, and the spirit of transformation!