The Kennedy-Douglass Center for the Arts is pleased to present a fiber exhibition, “Holding on to Past & Present Memories” by Mississippi artist Lukuise Swanigan beginning July 6, 2025, and continuing through August 21, 2025. A reception will be held on Sun., July 13, 1-4 p.m. in conjunction with the opening of the “Mostly Blues Invitational” exhibit. Please join us at 2:30 p.m. that afternoon for a ‘Meet & Greet’ opportunity with Lukuise and learn more about her fiber art and her creative process!

Born in Aberdeen, MS and residing in Columbus, MS, Lukuise Swanigan is a self -taught artist inspired by nature and childhood memories. Before making the decision to become an artist, Swanigan attended Ashworth Community College for floral design, a craft which she continued even after graduating. In 2009, she had a vision and found ways to create art using wrapped fabric. She honed her craft until she decided to start appearing at art shows in 2018.

Her process begins with a sketch. From there she transfers the image to her canvas and begins the process of wrapping printed cotton fabric in vibrant colors into art. The time it takes to complete a piece can take from one week to months, depending on the amount of detail. Swanigan has been a member of Fine Art America since 2019.

Kennedy-Douglass Center for the Arts tours are free and open to the public Monday-Friday from 9-4, and on Sunday from 1-4. The KD Art Center is located at 217 E. Tuscaloosa St., Florence, AL and can be reached by calling (256) 760-6379.