# BLACK VOTES MATTER MN
Graffiti for Democracy
OCT 12 - NOV 4, 2024
Nation's top artists unite to educate and mobilize followers
through their art for Democracy.
Thanks to the leadership of renowned graffiti artist Peyton Scott Russell, 27 top-tier artists from New York, Chicago, Kansas City, Minneapolis/St. Paul, and Los Angeles are launching a coast- to-coast voter engagement campaign through an online exhibition and social media campaign reaching over 800,000 of followers in all 50 states.
The intent of these artists is to provoke thought and energize voters across the country through a series of innovative, educational art-infused events in the name of Democracy.
“What a blessing to connect with my friends and their followers around an important issue at this critical moment for Democracy” shares Peyton Scott Russell, a Bush Artists Fellow. “This is a critical moment for freedom of expression and democracy. We believe our art can empower people. Our hope is that just one person gets to the polls from our campaign, it would be worth the effort.”
The artists are sponsoring several events and activities through the remainder of the month in promotion of their campaign.
Works by Featured Artists
“Democracy”
National Simulcast Exhibit
Saturday, October 12th
9p EDT/ 8p CDT / 6p PDT
An audacious simulcast event in five major cities—New York, Chicago, Kansas City, Los Angeles, and the Twin Cities— shares powerful visual reminders of the importance of voice and vote. These interpretations will challenge the viewers interpretation of democracy to inspire action and participation. Event will be available exclusively through www.anikafoundation.org.
"Saturday Lounge Podcasts"
with Beats, Rhymes, and Democracy
October 19th, 26th & November 2nd
The Beats Rhymes, and Democracy crew will deliver real-time updates Saturdays beginning October 19th, 26th and November 2nd to potential voters critical information about election procedures and key issues that matter to their communities.
“Make Your Mark &
Get Out The Vote!”
Monday, November 4th
& Tuesday, November 5th
This live-streamed art marathon will feature interactive voter education, live art creation,
# BLACK VOTES MATTER MN
TUESDAY
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
COUNTDOWN TO
ELECTION DAY