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"I was moved by how comfortable and safe I felt to be in my full expression at Sovern."
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On view...
Light in Love is a vulnerable experience. This edition of work, Contours of Self, showcases Black women in their rawest form – embracing what they may or may not love about their bodies. Society has conditioned us to love a specific aesthetic about our bodies, especially for Black women. The intent behind the work is self-discovery and self-love through dynamic portrayals of the body’s contours, highlights, and shadows. A narrative of love as light hugging the body, not so polished.
Viewers are invited to experience the emphasis on the shadows, contours, and light on the scale of the nearly 4-foot-tall photographs on the walls. With the intimacy of the space and Brown’s poetic words to accompany 15 photographs, each image will emphasize the relationship between light and dark; ultimately expressed as, Light in Love.
On view from January 15 - February 12, 2026
Viewers are invited to experience the emphasis on the shadows, contours, and light on the scale of the nearly 4-foot-tall photographs on the walls. With the intimacy of the space and Brown’s poetic words to accompany 15 photographs, each image will emphasize the relationship between light and dark; ultimately expressed as, Light in Love.
On view from January 15 - February 12, 2026
A note on accessibility: Sovern LA is committed to creating a space that is welcoming and accessible to all. At this time, our building does not have ramps, which limits physical access for some community members. We recognize this as an area that needs improvement and are actively working toward making the space more accessible. We do our best to accommodate people of varying abilities and encourage anyone with specific access needs to reach out before attending so we can support you as best we can.
News and upcoming events...
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Capoeira Angola
Wednesday, February 4th | 7 PM - 9 PM Capoeira Angola is an Afro-Brazilian art form that weaves together movement, music, history, and community. Rooted in traditions created by Africans in Brazil, it blends a sometimes low-to-the-ground, sometimes standing playful physical dialogue with live percussion, call-and-response songs, and ritual. More than a martial art, Capoeira Angola is a practice of rhythm, strategy, expression, and collective care—inviting everyone to explore creativity, connection, and resistance through embodied movement. In this class we will learn how to play the instruments, how to sing the songs, and we will explore the movements in a manner that is engaging, beginner friendly and also challenging for more experienced participants. Shoes recommended. Register HERE |
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Artful Glow
Saturday, February 7th | 12 PM - 1:30 PM Artful Glow is a hands-on candle-making experience rooted in care, memory, and creative presence. Glow’s artistic practice is shaped by Oaxacan materials, ancestral knowledge, and movement across borders—both seen and unseen. Through Up Zell, she offers workshops as a living practice that honors sustainability, Indigenous ways of knowing, and the quiet power of gathering. Sign up here |
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Monday Night Drawing Sessions
Monday, February 9th | 7 PM - 9 PM A welcoming space for people of any drawing level to gather and draw. Featuring a still life setup, ideal for beginners, and a stepping stone toward life drawing. Offering a relaxed environment for a few hours of creative expression each week. Register here |
