Geno Harris, director at Poor Man's Art Collective in Detroit, has the opportunity to help artists with exposure, especially emerging artists and those who identify with being LGBTQ.
As the new curator for The Carr Center's downtown hub at 1505 Woodward Ave. in Detroit, Harris is responsible for bringing new creative programming into the gallery as well as managing existing programs that come through the gallery.
"There are a lot of artists that I have met over the years who work in obscurity because they don't have that support or guidance to help bridge the gap and provide an opportunity to show and sell their work," he said. "I am proud that my sexual identity is an asset which affords me opportunities to spotlight the vast amount of creative talent in the LGBT community. This job is a dream come true."
Harris will host an exhibit on Sept. 15 called "Art in the City: Detroit Visionaries" from 6-8 p.m. at 1505 Woodward Ave. at the corner of Clifford in Detroit.
"This exhibit will focus on the amazing talent that is right here in Detroit, including all genres no matter gay or straight," he said.
Harris works at one of seven hubs that will increase awareness and access to exciting concerts, visual arts, dance and education programs with people coming together for experiences in uniquely different venues.
