Discover the Soul Neo Ancestral Impulse
A well of wisdom to encourage and empower.
Where we inspire, advocate and educate others to grow, create and ascend.
About
The Neo-Ancestral Impulse is vital to the Black Community by demonstrating the positive role that art can play in society. Our ancestors have always been useful benefactors who facilitate the development and imagination of artists and art in black neighborhoods that, prior to the 1960s, were rarely encouraged to use African-centered imagery. Historically, it was believed that it was politically safer to choose conventional or acceptable mainstream art for young black artists to be successful in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Today, we are inspired by African ancestral artists like Romare Bearden, Jacob Lawarence, Alma Thomas, and Jean-Michel Basquiat. All around the globe, people of all races and nationalities are benefiting from African-inspired art. Neo Ancestral Impulse provides platforms for individuals, groups, and families of youth and adults to learn, grow, and ascend.
Kenneth Obasi
your wellness partner in art
Ken Obasi is an accomplished visual artist, musician, writer, historian, and lecturer. Born in 1950 and raised in the inner city by artistic parents, Ken's early exposure to the arts inspired his lifelong passion for music and the performing arts. He is a founding member of the Neo-Ancestral Impulse group, which explores cultural heritage through creative expression.
As a historian, Ken has delivered impactful community lectures and curated numerous local exhibits, contributing to the preservation and celebration of cultural narratives. His dedication to healing through art is evident in his large-scale urban art installations, which aim to inspire and uplift communities. Drawing inspiration from Romare Bearden, Ken's visual art—especially his collages—provokes thought and encourages reflection on identity and heritage.
