National Black Arts Festival

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National Black Arts Festival Saturday in Atlanta

Benton had several different paintings for sale as he made the journey from Dallas, Texas to participate in the event.

Jerome White of Cleveland, Ohio waits for customers to visit his booth and observe his artwork.

Rain didn't deter festival attendee Charles Gilbert of Sandy Springs ....

.... or six-year-old Kiyarah Carter of Lithonia, who continued to eat her pizza through the raindrops ....

.... or participant David Pearson, who dried off his items after the rain and placed them back on display.

These works of art by Woodrow Nash were among the most eye-catching items during the Festival.

McKenzie Williams, 4, of Roswell wears a nurse outfit as children were encouraged to dress up in the future chosen profession.

Kayden Dean, 5, of Stone Mountain sports face paint while having her photo taken.

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The National Black Arts Festival at Centennial Olympic Park featured artisans from around the world showcasing their prized possessions. E. Aminata Brown of New Orleans folds her blankets during Saturday's showing.

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