The best part of Butter: Art, equity and affirmation

Walking through Ganggang’s annual Butter Art Fair feels like you have been transported to some much cooler city, maybe on the east or west coast. The art fair is like a little top secret special cove tucked away and made just for you. Every year, Butter has grown. This year, the gallery was packed throughout the weekend. New features like the classic car showcase and the photo room hidden behind a faux freezer door added to the allure. After spending more time in cities like Chicago and Atlanta, I learned what was possible. I learned how people from all walks of life could come together for fun and good vibes, not just for sporting events or holidays. But Indiana remained much different than those cities. Yet somehow, Ganggang made Indianapolis feel cool, even if it was for just one weekend. Right in the heart of the city, old and young gathered to see beautiful pieces of art from innovative Black artists. And even for the people who had little interest in art, there was something to explore. It was clear some people were just there to wear fly outfits, show off their shoes and hairstyles, run into old friends and...