ArtServe Presents “Burnout and Black Artists: Emotional Sustainability in the Arts”
New Exhibit Opens January 24 and Explores the Complexities of Black Pain, Trauma and Artistic Identity
ArtServe is proud to announce the opening of its first exhibition of 2025, “Burnout and Black Artists: Emotional Sustainability in the Arts.” The exhibition opens on January 24th, 2025, and the public is invited to attend the opening reception on Friday, January 31st, from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at ArtServe.
Address: 1350 E Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
The exhibition explores the emotional and physical toll placed on Black artists, whose work is often defined by themes of trauma and pain. While these themes are important, “Burnout and Black Artists” examines how Black artists face the expectation of continually revisiting personal and collective trauma to achieve success. The exhibition asks what impact this emotional labor has on their well-being and challenges the art world to embrace a more holistic view of the Black experience.
“At ArtServe, we believe art is a powerful tool for exploring the important issues that shape our world,” said ArtServe CEO Jason Hughes. “It’s a space where artists can share their voices and experiences, and where we can all learn from one another. We’re excited to start the year with ‘Burnout and Black Artists,’ a thought-provoking exhibit that dives deep into the emotional challenges Black artists face, and we look forward to the conversations it will inspire.”
The exhibit features work such as “I Am Refreshed,” by Holly Forbes (featured to the right), which reflect themes of renewal and emotional sustainability within the artistic process.
The event is free and open to all ages, with free venue parking available. The exhibition runs until March 31st, 2025.
For more information or to RSVP for the opening reception, visit ArtServe’s event page.
Upcoming 2025 Exhibitions at ArtServe:
Mark your calendars for other exciting upcoming exhibits at ArtServe in 2025: “WILD: Invasive Species of South Florida” (April 26 – June 20)combines art and activism to address invasive species in Florida’s ecosystems, with a reception on May 9. “Walk the Runway” (July 18 – September 19) showcases the creativity of local South Florida fashion designers, with a reception on July 25. Finally, “Florida Opulence” (October 10, 2025 – January 2, 2026) is a members-only exhibition exploring the opulent history of Florida during the Gilded Age, with a reception open to the public on October 17.
ArtServe is located at 1350 East Sunrise Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale and is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Daily admission is free.
ArtServe inspires, supports and advances its diverse members, artists and community by promoting artistic development, education and prosperity through the exploration and presentation of the visual and performing arts.
For more information about these events, or to become a member, volunteer, or support ArtServe’s mission, please visit www.artserve.org or email membership@artserve.org.
About ArtServe
Named a “Top-Rated Nonprofit” by GreatNonprofits, the leading provider of user reviews of charities and nonprofits, Fort Lauderdale-based ArtServe is an award-winning arts incubator that is advancing the arts for social good as a creative laboratory and hub for experimental artists committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Now in its 35th year, ArtServe has won several awards for innovation in the arts and is supported in part by the Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward Cultural Council and the Community Foundation of Broward. Each year, ArtServe programs contribute tangibly to the region’s economy, helping 2,000+ artists sell their work, build businesses and engage the community. To do that, ArtServe secures financial support through donations, sponsorships and memberships.
