Monglinh Darisme, previously known as Carol Nguyen, is an artist of Vietnamese descent. She was born in Prince George's County, Maryland, and spent her childhood between Maryland and Florida.

Her versatile creativity has been recognized in various fields, such as interior decor, fashion photography, art director, Nike collaborations, and innovative nightlife marketing in Washington D.C. Monglinh has a unique ability to transform ordinary things into opportunities for pushing boundaries that challenge the status quo. For this exhibit, Darisme will be showcasing her abilities through acrylic paint & origami.

The MLK Block Party of 2024 over 40,000 people for #DCArtAllNight inside the iconic MLK Library and on G Street NW between 9th and 10th Street NW; double the amount of people from last year. Take a look at our recap featuring one of our Artist in Residence Alumnus Brian Baliey who curated the Art Gallery alongside Tabi Boney’s exhibit in the Grand Lobby entitled L’ Amour D’ Afrique: The Love of Africa

INFINITY & Beyond is a homage to Black Women’s creativity and care. Through the literal and metaphorical lens of Jada Imani M, its avant-garde presentation of Black hair acknowledges the scandalous creativity of Black hair artists in her community and the women who proudly fashion these hairstyles. The Black Hair Show, a cultural tradition within the African American community which often operates outside of the white gaze, is honored through this presentation of images.