Figures From Black History Illustrated Through Textile Arts

All Of It with Alison Stewart | Feb 11

The work of artists Carolyn Mazloomi and Sharon Kerry-Harlan, who happen to be best friends, explores Black history through fiber and textile arts. Their work is now on view in the exhibition 'Certain Restrictions Do Apply' at the Claire Oliver gallery in Harlem. Mazloomi and gallery owner Claire Oliver discuss the show.

(Image courtesy of the artist/Claire Oliver Gallery) Black Panther Party, 2025. Cotton fabric, cotton batt, poly-cotton thread, India ink; printed, stenciled, hand painting, machine quilted.

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