Ayo, fam! It’s that time again! For the 5th Edition of Celebrating Our Black, we’re bringing the whole city together for an epic community photoshoot at the Texas State Capitol. Started in 2018, this tradition has been all about showing up, showing out, and celebrating our culture and letting everyone know that WE'RE OUT HERE. We’re back bigger and better thanks to the ATX in Color Collective —and for the first time ever, we’re adding a YEEHAW! twist!

The vibe? Urban Western in honor of Black Cowboy Culture. Think cowboy hats, boots, fringe, denim—however you wanna rock it. If Western ain't your thing, no worries—just stick to ALL BLACK and come ready to make history with us. Bring your energy, your best fit, and let’s show the world what Black excellence in Austin looks like.

After the Photoshoot, we're heading over to "Auntie's House" for the afterparty. Must RSVP separately for free entry here.

Photographers & Videographers: Leta Harrison (@letakphotography), Steven Hatchett (@steventhephotog), Larry Choyce (@lechoyce.foto), Keal Cohen (@ iamkeal), (Corlon Evans @foundryhousemedia), and Michael Blue Smith (@markedesign08).

Special thanks to all of the Community Partners, Photographers, and Videographers. This wouldn't be possible without all of us coming together as a community. The ATX in Color Collective is a collaborative community of local Austin organizations such as Young Black Austin, Soul Citi, Where Y'all At Though?!, Black Life Austin, Austin Urban Technology Movement, Encore ATX, The Moms Are Leaving, Black Women of ATX, All the Vibes, Black Girl ATX, Water Your Plants, Queer Black Women Alliance, Black Austin Matters, and More!

Schedule

1:00PM: Welcome/Breaking People into Groups

1:30PM: Subgroup Photos (Men, Women, Families, Couples, Kids)

2:00PM: Main Group Photo (Everyone)

4:00PM: Afterparty at "Auntie's House: YEEHAW!" located at The Pershing. Must RSVP here for free entry. The Pershing is located at 2415B E 5th St. Unit B, Austin, TX 78702.

FAQ

✅ All ages are welcome. All people are welcome.

✅ Meet in front of the Capitol on 11th Street.

✅ Capitol Visitors Parking Garage is free for the first 2 hours.

✅ Street parking is free on Sundays.

✅ Please wear as close to the theme as possible for cohesiveness: Urban Western or All Black.

✅ Wear whatever represents you the best.

✅ You can have text/images on your shirt, just no bright colors.

✅ Hashtags to use #CelebratingOurBlack #ATXinColor #WYATATX

✅ Pictures will be used for social media and gallery use.

Have any questions? Contact yo@whereyallatthough.com