Robert L. Newman III, a Harlem-based visionary in visual arts and director of Artfullwalls Fine Art Gallery, brings forth an introspective exhibit this February, titled “Haven’t You Heard? Harlem’s on My Mind.” The exhibition showcases a pivotal solo journey that maps Newman’s artistic sojourn from the South to the illustrious energy and creativity of Harlem.

Drawing profound inspiration from the legendary Romare Bearden, Newman recreates vivid narratives that echo the intellectual, social, and artistic explosion of the Harlem Renaissance era through contemporary eyes. The works displayed are a mix of homage and evolution, bringing historical frameworks into the current dialogue about cultural identity, community resilience, and artistic expression within the African American community in Harlem.