Local artist Gillian Drier will be showcasing her artwork at a gallery beginning Oct. 5. Her work will be showcased at Black Lotus Cafe throughout the entire month. The artwork focuses on black men and how they are perceived in society, Drier said.

“One of the issues I see a lot in the black community is criticism of how gender is displayed and the hyper masculinity ideal is something that really bothers me,” Drier said.

 

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