The Black Opera Project

Cincinnati Opera’s multi-year initiative, The Black Opera Project, explores new possibilities for opera through stories centred on Black voices and experiences. For its feature on the initiative, Cincinnati Magazine commissioned Quincy to create an artwork inspired by the premiere of Lalovavi.

Quincy’s illustration reflects the Afrofuturist themes of the opera, featuring Black performers in striking costumes as they sing and take centre stage. Using his signature bold, minimal style, with strong graphical shapes and expressive portraits, Quincy creates an uplifting image that captures the forward-looking spirit of the work.