Ang R. Bennett
Ang R. Bennett is an Omaha-based interdisciplinary artist, curator, actor, and queer activist. Ang’s contributions to the art community have earned them recognition, including two Omaha Entertainment and Arts Awards—one for Outstanding Emerging Visual Artist and another for Outstanding Non- Traditional Presentation for curating Unapologetic Me: A Celebration of Black, Queer Art. Their creative influence also led to the 2020 Young, Black and Influential Award for creativity.
Ang’s artistic exploration delves deep into Black and queer identities, blending introspection with research. Their portfolio includes Body Defiance, a two-person show and minidocumentary, and a solo exhibition, colored Black, 2020, as well as featured work in several local and regional galler- ies. Notably, Ang’s art appears on the inaugural membership card for the Stonewall National Monument and Visitor Center, in New York.
Project 270 - Nebraska
I participated in Project 270 because it presented an exciting opportunity to engage artists in a pivotal election. Throughout history, from the Harlem Renaissance to the Black Arts movement of the '60s and '70s, the arts have played a significant role in advocating for social and political justice. Project 270 offered a platform to harness the power of artistic expression and creativity to address pressing issues and mobilize communities during a critical moment in our nation’s history.