Umoja Fine Arts hosting youth art workshops during Black History Month

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Art in all its forms, from the written word to an easel and paint supplies, has the unique ability to tell nuanced stories about society at any given moment.

Umoja Fine Arts in Southfield is giving kids a creative outlet for their voices to be heard. During Black History Month, they’re hosting a series of workshops, an exhibition and award ceremonies.

Curator with Umoja Fine Arts Ian Grant joined The Metro on Tuesday to talk about the gallery’s upcoming programming and its efforts to support young artists.

Wednesday’s question:

“Should students use artificial intelligence in schools?”

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John Filbrandt
Jack Filbrandt is an assistant producer on WDET's daily news, arts and culture program, The Metro. He grew up on Lake Michigan and has called Detroit home for seven years. He's also a Detroit Documenter, covering local government meetings in the city. He previously worked for Wayne State's student newspaper, The South End, and The Battering Ram.
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Tia Graham
Tia Graham is a reporter and Weekend Edition Host for 101.9 WDET. She graduated from Michigan State University where she had the unique privilege of covering former President Barack Obama and his trip to Lansing in 2014.
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