Artspace will open My Own Backyard, a photographic exhibition by acclaimed artist Earlie Hudnall Jr., with a public reception on Friday, January 30, as the community approaches Black History Month.

The exhibition spans more than five decades of Hudnall’s work, from the 1970s to the present, and documents the everyday life, culture, and resilience of Southern Black communities. Through intimate and historically rich images, Hudnall’s photography highlights moments of beauty, dignity, and generational memory rooted in lived experience.

Guided by the influence of legendary artist and educator John Biggers, Hudnall’s work reflects a deep connection to community and place. His photographs trace a visual journey from his birthplace in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, to Houston’s historic Third Ward, creating a lasting record of Southern Black life and culture.

The opening reception will be held Friday, Jan. 30, from 5-8 p.m. at Artspace, located at 708 Texas Street in Shreveport. The exhibition will remain on view through March 13.

An artist talk with Hudnall is scheduled for Friday, Feb. 27, from 6-8 p.m., offering attendees an opportunity to hear directly from the artist about his work and career.

The exhibition is free and open to the public, and all are welcome to attend.