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Ariel Elizabeth

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“I was always conscious that I belonged to the Black community.➡️From an early age I had come to accept and follow a certain protective tactic of Black life in America, and I did not fully break with the pattern until many years later.➡️Even while demonstrating that she is really an equal (and, strangely, the proof must be superior performance!) the Black person must never appear to be challenging white superiority.➡️Climb up if you can—but don’t act “uppity.”➡️Always show that you are grateful. (Even if what you have gained has been wrested from unwilling powers, be sure to be grateful lest “they” take it all away.)➡️Above all, do nothing to give them cause to fear you, for then the oppressing hand, which might at times ease up a little, will surely become a fist to knock you down again!”➡️Quotes from Here I Stand, Paul Robeson. Written 1958.What a read, particularly this summer full of Variations on a Theme…Anyways. I highly recommend it. by @aeryelle

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sow what you grow by @aeryelle

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PCF’s impact is felt across the entire region – arts and culture leaders of PCF grantees like @aeryelle of @cultureworks know this.So why is @phillymayor cutting PCF’s budget from $5 million to $3.5 million?If YOU know that our City needs to fund art and culture, not disinvest…take action by June 1st at the link in our bio.Sign the petition for @phillymayor to increase PCF’s funding to $6 million.Use our advocacy template to make a post on social media.Photo Credit: @quetphotography #WeArePCF @ruephilacouncil @councilmemberquetcy @phillipsdist9 @kendraphlcouncil @isaiahthomas4philly@phlcouncilprez @cmmarksquilla @councilmemberjg @mr4thdistrictphl @councilmemberjyoungjr @councilmembermikedriscoll @cindybassphilly @councilmemberKGR @councilman_jimharrity @NicORourkePHLImage DescriptionAriel Shelton stands at a podium and speaks into a microphone. (Text) Ariel Shelton, Co-Executive Director of External Relations + Community Impact, CultureWorks Philadelphia. “When we’re talking about PCF’s impact, we’re not talking about something abstract. We’re talking about deeply interconnected ecosystems of artists, educators, small organizations, small businesses, and creative entrepreneurs who are really driving economic opportunities and community connections in every way. Not just here in Center City, but throughout the entire region.” End image description. by @aeryelle

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Co-Executive Director @aeryelle of 2025 Art & Culture Grantee @cultureworks knows that PCF provides stability for Philly’s art and culture organizations to build something lasting.The proposed $3.5 million is not enough for PCF to provide vital support to these organizations across our city. We need $6 million. Take action at the link in our bio to• Sign the petition for @phillymayor to increase PCF’s funding.• Use our advocacy template to make a post on social media.Photo Credit: @quetphotography#WeArePCF @ruephilacouncil @councilmemberquetcy @phillipsdist9 @kendraphlcouncil @isaiahthomas4philly@phlcouncilprez @cmmarksquilla @councilmemberjg @mr4thdistrictphl @councilmemberjyoungjr @councilmembermikedriscoll @cindybassphilly @councilmemberKGR @councilman_jimharrity @NicORourkePHLVideo Description:CultureWorks’ Co-Executive Director, Ariel Shelton stands at a podium in City Hall. At the podium, she speaks into several microphones. Behind her, a green and brown banner reads, “Philadelphia Cultural Fund, Trust-Based Philanthropy.” The banner has a large, multi-colored graphic of a patchwork of shapes and colors. End video description. by @aeryelle

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Spotted this lovely statue (again!) out in the wild. The way I fan girl over Wangechi is kinda embarrassing.Got into the Amy Sherald exhibit because of the generosity of a gatekeeper who broke a rule.I often think about how some of the most important stories go missing because they don’t pass the “proper” tests.Stepped into the manifestation of my next dream job @atmamakokos.Accidentally entered a silent reading room, and saw an old acquaintance. Serendipity is a mother.Baltimore always gives me what I need.🖤 by @aeryelle

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4 months ago

✨✨✨ by @aeryelle

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7 months ago

full full 🖤✨ by @aeryelle

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8 months ago

+ art to the grid 🖤 by @aeryelle

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9 months ago

what a lovely weekend 🪷 by @aeryelle

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Midway through the year, so here’s a lil dump.Thank goodness for the summer.☀️🖤 by @aeryelle

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Made myself a blanket, and I’m pretty dang proud of it. by @aeryelle

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intentional art is my favorite art. by @aeryelle

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