# Event Details - **Event Name**: Exploring Black Portraiture: Self-Representation and the Black Female Gaze - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 18 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Wed, 18 Mar, 2026 at 09:00 pm - **Event Description**: Participants will explore the historical foundations of Black portraiture and engage in hands-on portrait sessions.About this EventAbout the WorkshopLed by photographer Breonna T. Collier this program explores the evolution of Black women in photography — from being photographed to claiming authorship behind the lens.The session begins with a brief historical overview examining how Black women have been represented in portraiture. Participants will consider how image-making has shaped identity, visibility, and cultural narratives over time.The workshop then moves from conversation to practice. Through a live portrait demonstration with a model, attendees will observe lighting, composition, and direction, followed by the opportunity to take their own photographs of the subject.The session concludes with a guided editing walkthrough in Lightroom and Photoshop gaining insight into how visual narratives are constructed — and how self-representation becomes a powerful form of agency.Please Note: All equipment and software will be provided for the session. Participants are also welcome to bring their own cameras and/or laptops if they prefer to work on personal devices. We recommend having a method to save your work at the end of the workshop, such as access to Dropbox or Google Drive, or bringing an external hard drive.About the InstructorBreonna T. Collier is a selftaught photographer based in Charlotte, North Carolina. She is known for her refined visual language that merges fashion, beauty, and portraiture through intentional composition and emotional depth.Her work balances technical clarity with timeless elegance, transforming simple moments into striking, editorial imagery. Guided by precision, minimalism, and a deep appreciation for detail, Breonna’s photographs evoke sophistication and authenticity in equal measure.Select Clients and Publications: Vogue Arabia, Teen Vogue, South Coast Music Group, Forbes, Surreal Magazine, WOE Magazine, Charlotte Lately.See more of her work here. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/charlotte/exploring-black-portraiture-self-representation-and-the-black-female-gaze/100001983545473908 - **Event Categories**: Workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 15.7, max: 15.7, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Charlotte - **state**: NC - **country**: United States - **location**: Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture - **lat**: 35.22337329999999 - **long**: -80.84822020000001 - **full address**: Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture, 551 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Exploring Black Portraiture: Self-Representation and the Black Female Gaze - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/a9e0198caaef18137082986ad630ad455b4d2b780e52eced6c1a4eabfe3d1245-rimg-w1200-h1799-dcf0f0f0-gmir.jpg?v=1772242274 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Exploring Black Portraiture: Self-Representation and the Black Female Gaze being held? - **A:** Exploring Black Portraiture: Self-Representation and the Black Female Gaze takes place on Wed, 18 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Wed, 18 Mar, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture, 551 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Exploring Black Portraiture: Self-Representation and the Black Female Gaze? - **A:** Tickets for Exploring Black Portraiture: Self-Representation and the Black Female Gaze are priced at USD 16 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 16 + USD 3 fee + USD 1 taxAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Exploring Black Portraiture: Self-Representation and the Black Female Gaze? - **A:** Exploring Black Portraiture: Self-Representation and the Black Female Gaze is organized by Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Exploring Black Portraiture: Self-Representation and the Black Female Gaze is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Charlotte, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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