Arts and Music

Willis "Bing" Davis: Reach High & Reach Back

Few people have impacted the arts in Southwest Ohio quite like artist, activist and educator Willis “Bing” Davis. Davis’ artwork is known for its incorporation of African and African American themes, as well as its focus on social justice issues. His art often explores the intersection of race, identity, and history, as well as the power of community and collective action.

Willis "Bing" Davis: Reach High & Reach Back

57m 27s

Few people have impacted the arts quite like Willis “Bing” Davis. An African American artist, educator and community activist from Dayton, Ohio. Davis’ artwork is known for its incorporation of African and African American themes, as well as its focus on social justice issues. The work of this award-winning artist has been featured across the country as well as the world.

Episodes

  • Willis "Bing" Davis: Reach High & Reach Back: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Willis "Bing" Davis: Reach High & Reach Back

    57m 27s

    Few people have impacted the arts quite like Willis “Bing” Davis. An African American artist, educator and community activist from Dayton, Ohio. Davis’ artwork is known for its incorporation of African and African American themes, as well as its focus on social justice issues. The work of this award-winning artist has been featured across the country as well as the world.

Extras + Features

  • Art Can Open Doors: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Art Can Open Doors

    1m 7s

    When very different people share the same art experience, it can spur conversation and understanding between them. For Willis "Bing" Davis, that's one of art's super powers.

  • Creative Headspace: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Creative Headspace

    5m

    After a lifetime of creating art, Willis "Bing" Davis knows a few things about getting stuck when you're trying to work creativity. For him, it's about getting into the flow. But how do you do that? It's different for everyone.

  • Being a Professional Artist: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Being a Professional Artist

    1m 2s

    To be a professional artist, you also have to be a business person. You need to understand finance, marketing, operations... everything that goes into running a company.

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