“What does it mean to be black?” is one of the main questions centered around the exhibit “Unapologetically Noir.” This book showcases diverse physical and mental characteristics of over 85 participants.

Inspired by the documentary “The Black Catholic Experience” by community activist Elaine Castellanos, this exhibition combines answers to an array of personal questions along with the medium of photography to create an environment where the subject’s differences are not only highlighted but celebrated. The vision is to expand the exhibit with more subjects to further the conversation on the topic of “What does it mean to be black” and broaden the often-narrow views associated with it.