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A Special Thanks to the Glassell School of Art

There was no better place to screen Life Through Art in prelude to its public debut! General audiences can request episodes — "Folk Art" or "Installation Art" — be shown at locations of their choice!


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"Life Through Art" was selected for DBFF in 2021

BOTH episodes of Life Through Art - "Installation Art" and "Folk Art" - were selected to how in the Denton Black Film Festival. While the event was made virtual by the COVID-19 pandemic, the recognition meant the world!

Episode 1: Folk Art

Episode 1 defines FOLK ART: an especially unique art form heralded by the African-American community. It also chronicles the rise of African-American Folk Artist, Ezekiel Gibbs, who began his career at age 86. Gibbs, at the time, was the oldest working artist in Texas and quickly gained popularity in his community and across the country.

Episode 2: Installation Art

Episode 2 defines INSTALLATION ART and features Annette Lawrence: an African-American installation artist with a special interest in the passage of time and an environmentally conscious workflow that makes the most of commonplace material. From recycled string to junk mail, Annette wastes nothing from everyday life.

The Production Crew

Julye Newlin

Ashley Barrett

Julye Newlin

Director of Photography


Linda Gibbs

Ashley Barrett

Julye Newlin

Director and Producer

Ashley Barrett

Ashley Barrett

Ashley Barrett

Set Photographer and Editor

Kathy Chatham

Kathy Chatham

Ashley Barrett

Co-Producer and Editor

Lovell Banks

Kathy Chatham

Lovell Banks

Director of Photography

Celebrating People of Color

Life Through Art takes art appreciation further by looking at the journey of each artist and capturing the essence of where it led them.


Every episode provides:

  • Life advice for aspiring artists
  • Exposure to leading cultural icons
  • Analysis by industry professionals
  • Inclusive standards for the artistic process

Folk Art: A Warm Reception

After 20 years of research, Gibbs Media Group had the honor of screening its first episode of Life Through Art to family and friends at the Glassell School of Art on August 15, 2019, in the Favrot Auditorium. (Cover Photo by Richard Barnes)

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Installation Art: Behind the Scenes

Filming Annette Lawrence and her artful story of time was amazing! We had great developments in theme, and deep connections between Annette's art and her philosophy. We are honored to have had the chance to tell her story.

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