NCMA Winston-Salem David LaChapelle
Camille with David LaChapelle
Camille Kauer with Sonja LaChapelle, David's sister.
Rape of Africa featuring Naomi Campbell by David LaChapelle
Rape of Africa by David LaChapelle
Our Lady of the flowers, by David LaChapelle,
Vox Populi: Rainbow by David LaChapelle
Earth Laughs in Flowers: Deathless Winter, David LaChapelle
Earth laughs in Flowers: Wilting Gossip by David LaChapelle
Marion Tisdale, at NCMA Winston-Salem
Marion Tisdale, Quanie, 2024
So excited for Marion Tisdale!
NC Art Museum Early Announcement: Artist & Director David La
"Picture SHow"
David LaChapelle: Dear Sonja, (NCMA Winston-Salem)
February 27–July 27, 2025 NCMA Winston-Salem, Potter Gallery
David LaChapelle: Picture Show (NCMA- Raleigh)
March 1–July 20, 2025 NCMA Raleigh, NC
"Acclaimed photographer and director David LaChapelle, a graduate of the High School Visual Arts Program at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA), is returning to Winston-Salem to connect with students as part of his upcoming exhibition, “David LaChapelle: Dear Sonja.”
Opening on Feb. 27 at the N.C. Museum of Art(opens in new tab) (NCMA) Winston-Salem (formerly SECCA), the exhibition features over 80 works spanning 40 years of his career, which has influenced contemporary photography and visual culture. LaChapelle, who was hired by Andy Warhol to work at Interview magazine early in his career and has worked with internationally recognized figures such as Elton John, Britney Spears, Tupac and Madonna, will also meet with current High School Visual Arts students to learn about their projects, offer insights into his creative process and discuss the exhibition.
Dear Sonja: A Larger-Than-Life Experience at NCMA Winston-Salem
I am absolutely overwhelmed by the sheer beauty and magnitude of Dear Sonja! With over 80 prints, drawings, and videos spanning the NCMA’s two locations, this exhibit is a breathtaking tribute to David LaChapelle’s four decades of work—each piece more mesmerizing than the last.
Stepping into the space, I was instantly transported into a world of fantasy, extravagance, drama, and spirituality. LaChapelle’s larger-than-life imagery, featuring celebrities, politicians, and deeply spiritual themes, is nothing short of awe-inspiring. The Jesus Is My Homeboy series left me speechless, Rape of Africa was hauntingly powerful, and Vox Populi was a thought-provoking masterpiece. Seeing these iconic works in person was an experience beyond words—truly a dream come true.
For anyone even remotely interested in art, photography, or storytelling, this exhibit is a must-see. It’s worth every mile of the road trip to Winston-Salem, and I cannot recommend it enough. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable journey into LaChapelle’s visionary world!
Located at: Photography Gallery 1 (Julian T. Baker Jr. Gallery) and 2 (Allen G. Thomas Jr. Gallery), NCMA Winston-Salem, Potter Gallery
David LaChapelle: Picture Show (NCMA-Raleigh) This includes his iconic spiritual works, Stations of the Cross."
March 1–July 20 2025 (NCMA Winston-Salem); March 1–July 20, 2025
Located at:
East Building, Level B, Video Gallery
More information at:
Museum Early Announcement : David LaChapelle Two Exhibits:
March 1–July 20, 2025:
Picture Show, NCMA Raleigh, NC
February 27–July 27, 2025 :
Dear Sonya NCMA Potter Gallery Winston-Salem, NC
- "Curator Tour – David LaChapelle: Dear Sonja"– April 10 | 6–7 p.m.
Special tour of the exhibition led by curator Maya Brooks. - "Film Screening: RIZE (2005)"– April 26 | 1 p.m.
Documentary by LaChapelle on the dance movement emerging from South Central Los Angeles. - "Pop Visions: The Music Videos of David LaChapelle"– May 8 | 6:30–8 p.m.
Screening of iconic music videos directed by LaChapelle at NCMA Winston-Salem.
David La Chapelle's Picture SHow NCMA Raleigh
David LaChapelle: Picture Show (NCMA) March 1- July 20th
David LaChapelle: Picture Show (NCMA) March 1- July 20th
David LaChapelle: Picture Show (NCMA) March 1- July 20th
David LaChapelle: Picture Show (NCMA) March 1- July 20th
David LaChapelle: Picture Show (NCMA) March 1- July 20th
David LaChapelle: Picture Show (NCMA) March 1- July 20th
David LaChapelle: Picture Show (NCMA) March 1- July 20th
David LaChapelle: Picture Show (NCMA) March 1- July 20th
David LaChapelle: Picture Show (NCMA) March 1- July 20th
David LaChapelle: Picture Show (NCMA) March 1- July 20th
David LaChapelle: Picture Show (NCMA) March 1- July 20th
David LaChapelle: Picture Show (NCMA) March 1- July 20th
David LaChapelle: Picture Show (NCMA) March 1- July 20th
David LaChapelle: Picture Show (NCMA) March 1- July 20th
David LaChapelle: Picture Show (NCMA) March 1- July 20th
David LaChapelle: Picture Show (NCMA) March 1- July 20th
David LaChapelle: Picture Show (NCMA) March 1- July 20th
David LaChapelle: Picture Show (NCMA) March 1- July 20th
David LaChapelle: Picture Show (NCMA) March 1- July 20th
The Time Is Always NOW at NCMA Raleigh
The Time Is Always Now:
A little sneak peak....Featuring 23 contemporary African diasporic artists, The Time Is Always Now: Artists Reframe the Black Figure celebrates the Black figure from the perspective of Black artists, illuminating the richness, joy, beauty, and complexity of Black life.
Join us for an overview of The Time Is Always Now: Artists Reframe the Black Figure with the guest curator, UK–based writer, critic, and curator Ekow Eshun. Renowned for his insights into contemporary art and culture, Eshun explores how artists in this groundbreaking exhibition reimagine the Black figure in bold and transformative ways. Gain a deeper understanding of the themes, stories, and inspirations behind this show, which challenges perspectives and celebrates creativity.
Artists Reframe the Black Figure
This collective assertion and interest in figuration and representation, examining both the presence and absence of the Black figure in art history, transcends geographical boundaries. Through their work these artists invite a shift in the dominant art historical perspective from “looking at” the Black figure to “seeing through” the eyes of Black artists and the figures they depict.
March 8–June 29, 2025
The TIme is Always NOw: SHop the Collection
Exhibition ticket includes admission to both The Time Is Always Now and Grace Hartigan (opening April 12)
Tickets go on sale Thursday, February 6, for members and Thursday, February 20, for the public
Free for Members
$20 Adults, $17 Seniors age 65 and older, $12 Students (ages 7–22), free for children 6 and under
The TIme is Always NOw: SHop the Collection
The TIme is Always NOw: SHop the Collection
The title of the exhibition, The Time Is Always Now, references an essay on desegregation by American writer James Baldwin (1924–1987). Organized around three themes—double consciousness, the persistence of history, and our aliveness—the exhibition showcases works by artists including Michael Armitage, Jordan Casteel, Lubaina Himid, Kerry James Marshall, Wangechi Mutu, Toyin Ojih Odutola, and Amy Sherald.
College Night 2025: The Time Is Always Now
An inclusive night of celebration, art, and conversation. Bring your friends to explore the exhibition The Time Is Always Now, dance to the DJ, and get creative with a variety of accessible art activities. Admission is free, and refreshments will be provided.
This event is for individuals who are age 17+. No college ID required.
To prepare for the night, refer to the visual schedule that will be provided closer to the event date. Sighted guides and ASL interpreters are available on site. For questions about accessibility, please contact Molly Hull.
The Time Is Always Now Artists Reframe the Black Figure
Thomas J Price, As Sounds Turn to Noise "To make this larger-than-life sculpture of a woman, Price drew on multiple sources, including 3-D scans of people in London and Los Angeles, photographs of Black public figures, and historical imagery. Price displaces honorees typically represented in public monuments, challenging notions of power and status associated with public sculpture. He raises the question: Who gets to be memorialized?"
Thomas J Price, As Sounds Turn to Noise "He raises the question: Who gets to be memorialized?"
by Amy Sherald
March 8–June 29, 2025
Join us for an overview of The Time Is Always Now: Artists Reframe the Black Figure with the guest curator, UK–based writer, critic, and curator Ekow Eshun. Renowned for his insights into contemporary art and culture, Eshun explores how artists in this groundbreaking exhibition reimagine the Black figure in bold and transformative ways. Gain a deeper understanding of the themes, stories, and inspirations behind this show, which challenges perspectives and celebrates creativity.
Grace Hartigan The Gift of Attention: April 12-August 10, 2025
Grace Hartigan (1922–2008) rose to national acclaim in the 1950s with daring canvases blending abstraction and figuration. Inspired by poets like Daisy Aldan, Barbara Guest, and Frank O’Hara, their rebellious spirit fueled her independent vision. This exhibition features over 40 works (1952–1968), highlighting poetry’s influence on her art.