Charlotteans have a thing about wanting to claim Romare Bearden as one of our own. Even though Bearden moved to New York when he was a wee toddler and stayed up north until his death, he was born in Charlotte. The newest exhibit at Central Piedmont Community College features Bearden’s original works — including watercolor paintings and drawings — as well as selections from his diaries.
Opening reception on April 18, 8 p.m. April 13-30. Pease Gallery, CPCC, 1201 Elizabeth Ave. 704-330-6211. www.arts.cpcc.edu.
This article appears in Apr 10-16, 2012.
