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“The Power of Pride” by artist Vincent Frimpong is the next art display at the Robert F. DeCaprio Art Gallery in the 911������ Fine and Performing Arts Center (FPAC), 9000 W. College Parkway in Palos Hills. The show runs from April 22 to May 17, featuring a reception with Frimpong on Thursday, April 23, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

“The Power of Pride” is Frimpong’s exploration of assemblage, installation and a tribute to his Ghanaian heritage. Pieces rely on mixed media, including ceramics, found objects, wood, metal, textiles, resin and light, culminating in interactive, dynamic and multidimensional displays that bring the narrative of his culture to life. The exhibition shares the story of an African man’s intentional journey through an American landscape that challenges him to remember his people and power while devising ways to elevate himself and his community.

The title of each piece in the exhibition is embedded with meaning, simultaneously giving a point of reference and introspection as well as hinting at what it means to play, take risks and make a name for oneself in a new country while honoring a homeland.

Frimpong is a contemporary ceramic artist originally from Accra, Ghana. He received a Master of Fine Arts in ceramics art from the University of Arkansas and a Bachelor of Arts in industrial arts (ceramics option) from Swame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology in Ghana. His work has been exhibited in various group and solo exhibitions, including at the Poole Gallery at the University of Montevallo, the Shircliff Gallery of Art in Indiana and the Hall Gallery at Millsaps College. He also has earned several fellowships and awards, including the 2025 NCECA Emerging Artist Fellowship, Amaco Fellowship at Archie Bray Foundation and the 2025 Rudy Autio Endowed Fund for Creatives. Frimpong works as an assistant professor of art at Augustana College. For more information on Frimpong and his artwork, visit .

The gallery is free and open Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information or to purchase tickets to FPAC shows, visit or call (708) 974-5500.

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