Phillip Collins (@phillipmichaelcollins)

Throughout history, art collection and curation have been powerful tools for cultural preservation, enabling societies to document their stories, values, and identities. From the patrons of the Renaissance preserving the legacy of European artistry to the institutions that house cultural treasures, the act of collecting art has always been about safeguarding history. Yet, access to this form of cultural stewardship has often been limited to the elite, leaving many voices—and entire communities—underrepresented or erased. Phillip Collins, a Black and queer art collector, marketer, entrepreneur, and founder of Good Black Art, is flipping this dynamic on its head. By democratizing the collecting and investing in Black art, his company provides a platform for cultural preservation that is inclusive and accessible. Good Black Art, the first and only tech-enabled company that provides a full-service platform dedicated to art by emerging Black artists, empowers collectors of all backgrounds to engage with and support the next generation of Black artists, ensuring that their stories are celebrated and preserved for future generations. For Phillip, this work is deeply personal. “I think it’s important to talk about why I started collecting—it was pretty intentional,” Phillip shared. “It was a form of self-love. It was a form of therapy and healing from past trauma, and it was also a form of activism. And those three things were essential for my own survival.” Read the full story at queerency.com. Link in bio. COVER CREDITS: Photographer:  @daveedbaptiste @foto.baptiste Talent:  @phillipmichaelcollins Creative direction:  @daveedbaptiste @phillipmichaelcollins Cover story writer:  @traversjohnson

“If you don’t see something, you have to create it.” ⁠ ⁠ Unable to find art that reflected his personal experience, member @phillipmichaelcollins began the process of finding works that spoke to him. After months of research, Phillip found himself having connected with dozens of incredibly talented Black artists. ⁠ ⁠ Inspired by this journey, Phillip founded @goodblackart—​the first and only tech-enabled company that provides a full-service platform dedicated to showcasing the work of Black artists.

Thank you @essence and @ebdawn_ for facilitating this conversation on intersectionality between art and technology within the Black community. I appreciate you for including me in this article. We at @goodblackart look forward to listening and learning from our artists, collectors and art enthusiasts on how we can better serve them in bridging the gap between physical and digital spaces. Congrats to @sabrenakhadij, @slickcityceo, @yourartguy, and @itsjordynjay for the incredible work you’re doing and I’m honored to be making change in the arts alongside such diverse and talented innovators in our community. To read the full article, check out the link in bio.

Excited to join the panel “Collecting Collectible Design” at @collectiblefair’s New York Edition on Friday, September 5th at 4 PM at @wsanyc. The conversation will be moderated by Adrian Madlener, alongside my fellow panelists Alyssa Gerasimoff, Scott Lippens, Nazy Nazhand, and Emily Marant. Join us for the talk, and the only fair in the world dedicated solely to 21st-century design, located at 180 Maiden Lane in the Financial District. Portrait by @daveedbaptiste.

Installation images of 𝘞𝘢𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘙𝘰𝘰𝘮. This exhibition produced by @goodblackart is still on view until Sunday, September 14 at @creative.legion. Captured by @william.kaner

Thank you to everyone who came out to support the final stop of the 𝘚𝘯𝘢𝘬𝘦𝘴 𝘏𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘉𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 book launch tour last month. A special s/o to our friends at @printedmatterinc and @its.maivino for helping make it all happen, and to @snakebone_ and @eyesrevive for such a thoughtful and necessary conversation. Nights like these remind us why community, representation, and preserving our stories matter. Captured by Danté Maurice ( @donteze)

New flyer, new dates: 𝘞𝘢𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘙𝘰𝘰𝘮 is extended until Sunday, September 14th at @creative.legion. 📍7 Fairview Avenue, Hudson, NY 12534 Captured by Danté Maurice ( @donteze)

Studio visits with 3 of my favorite fashion designers: @k.ngsley @aislingcamps @agbobly

The Good Team. 📸: @donteze

𝘞𝘩𝘰’𝘴 𝘉𝘦𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘉𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘬 𝘈𝘳𝘵 was one of @goodblackart’s first milestones—opening new doors to the art world for us, and so many others. At @upstateartweekend, we partnered with @creative.legion for a special screening of the docu-series, written, directed, and produced by Hudson resident @jcintime. Centered on five Good Black Art artists and their creative practices, it also shines light on the overlooked labor of Black archivists, strategists, producers, and curators — those shaping culture behind the scenes. Reuniting with John was a full-circle moment. Together we reflected on our transitions from corporate life to creative work, and how the vision of this project continues to shape our missions today. You can now stream 𝘞𝘩𝘰’𝘴 𝘉𝘦𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘉𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘬 𝘈𝘳𝘵 from home. Link in bio. 📸 : @donteze

We’re catching up.

Thank you to @terrellestime and @livenationurban for inviting me to Summer Social: Where Culture Meets Capital—an evening at the intersection of culture and the creator economy. From networking to a powerful panel with Anthony Brown ( @musicbreakr), James Jones, Esq. ( @bumpglobal), Alexis Dulan ( @capitalize_vc), and Adontis Haskins ( @popstarventures), the night underscored the need for access and infrastructure to power the next wave of creative businesses. Moderated by Terrell, the conversation reflected his dedication to opening doors for artists and entrepreneurs, uniting innovation, investment, and impact to build a more inclusive future where companies like @goodblackart can thrive.