The inception of Stella Jones Gallery in July, 1996, was the realization of a dream. Long time friend and art historian, Dr. Samella Lewis was an inspiration and serves as consultant and curator. The gallery provides a venue for artists of the African diaspora to exhibit superior works of art.

The gallery fulfills its educational goals through lectures, panel discussions, intimate gallery talks and exhibitions with artists in attendance.

Stella Jones Gallery takes very seriously the responsibility, of providing collectors, both private and corporate, with art that is high in aesthetic quality and strong in investment potential. The gallery is equally motivated to raise the aspirations of African American youths by providing them with a better understanding of their heritage through the visual arts

Stella Jones Gallery endeavors to be an important site of both cultural and economic development in the local, national, and international arts community.

Ongoing exhibition and sale of Elizabeth Catlett prints and sculpures now at
Stella Jones Gallery.

Elizabeth Catlett (American, 1915 - 2012), Madonna, 1982. Lithograph. On loan from the Stella Jones Gallery, New Orleans

Faces of Pride: Elizabeth Catlett
At Louisiana State University Museum of Art thru August 26, 2012
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On display in the Modern Gallery
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Early on in her artistic education, Elizabeth Catlett was instructed to paint what she knew best. This philosophy remains integral throughout her artwork today. In an artistic career spanning over seven decades, Catlett has created numerous sculptures, drawings, and prints that celebrate African-American and Mexican women, from nurturing mothers to strong workers. Regardless of the medium or the subject, her works capture an enduring sense of pride and strength that continues to resonate for viewers today.
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View the power of Elizabeth Catlett's works in the exhibition Faces of Pride.