Black Arts and Culture
Celebrated Artist Maizelle Passes
Norfolk’s beloved artist Maizelle, known for her vibrant depictions of Black life, passed away on November 2, 2024. As a founding member of the Southeastern Virginia Arts Association and owner of two galleries, Maizelle leaves behind a profound legacy in the local arts community.
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NORFOLK
Maizelle Brown, best known by only her first name Maizelle, passed on November 2, 2024 in Norfolk, her hometown. Born March 18, 1941, she was a prize-winning artist for most of her life, celebrated for capturing the essence of everyday Black life in her paintings.
A founding member of the Southeastern Virginia Arts Association in 1982, she was the former owner of two art galleries: The Art Cellar and Maizelle Gallery of Art. She worked over 20 years in the Art Therapy Activities Program.
Funeral arrangements were pending at press time.
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