Every year in February, which happens to be Black History Month, the Pan African Film Festival comes to L.A. to celebrate the rich world of black cinema. Apart from offering hundreds of film screenings, the 12-day event (considered the largest black film festival in the U.S.) attracts black visual artists from all over the world. This photo essay explores the color and vibrancy of the the artwork of some of these artists. Their work will be on display through the end of the festival.
The Pan African Film Festival runs through Feb. 17 and is based at the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza. The ArtFest is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.