Molaa Arts Gala
Embark on a journey of cultural discovery through Tony Concep’s African mask-inspired mixed media artworks. With privileged access to a private collection of masks gathered from the Congo and the southern Western coast, Tony was particularly captivated by the Mapiko masks of Mozambique's Makonde. The likenesses of these masks to Tony's old neighborhood friends and associates led to a powerful connection between African art and African American pop-culture, bridging the gap between ancestral traditions and contemporary expression. Witness the beauty and significance of these masks and Concep's thought-provoking works at Michelle and Bill Lerach's home in La Jolla, where they were recently displayed during the Molaa Arts Gala honoring Fernando Botero.
Befree studio, lajolla ca
Discover the journey of an artist, father, and student of life in Tony Concep Brown's solo show at Befree Studio in La Jolla, CA. Inspired by Paulo Coelho's classic "The Alchemist," the exhibition showcases Brown's exploration of graphic elements, colors, layers, and movement through mixed media paintings. Revisit the artist's early works from Brooklyn and follow the path of growth and self-discovery as represented through iconic figures like Tupac Shakur, Nipsey Hussle, and Michael Jordan and meaningful typography. Join Brown on his treasure hunt of life through his art.
