Charles Dickson's Six-Decade Assemblage Arc Debuts at parrasch heijnen, Los Angeles

In Los Angeles, parrasch heijnen is presenting "Charles Dickson: Select Works, 1965–2026," which is the first show at the gallery dedicated to this artist born in 1947. Dickson has been a key figure in the city's Black arts scene for more than sixty years. This display highlights his assemblage art, which has been shaped by events like the 1965 Watts Rebellion and movements for Civil Rights and Black Pride, along with influences from mentors such as Charles White and Noah Purifoy. He has been an artist-in-residence at the Watts Towers since the late 1960s. The exhibition features materials like wood, metal, and bronze, creatively combined to explore the politics of beauty. The last update for the show was on October 22, 2026.