There are many organizations that Fletcher loved and contributed to during his life. In lieu of flowers, the Mackey family asks that folks make donations in Fletcher’s name to local Black community arts-based organizations in Houston and Baltimore. Below are some suggestions.
Call for Submissions!
Fletcher Mackey influenced so many people all around the world through his friendship, presence, and his teaching. You are invited to honor Fletcher by making a piece of artwork or writing about his influence on you.
Please use the below prompt to help guide your submission
“Because of/Thanks to Fletcher, I…”
There are two ways you can submit your message.
1. Digital Quilt
You can make a painting, compose a photograph, create a collage, write a response on paper, design a digital image, build and photograph a sculpture, or some combination, or create something different entirely. The piece should honor Fletcher’s influence in your life. To be featured as part of this collective artwork, it must be submitted as a digital image. (JPG, PNG format only).
Please use the form on the right/below to submit for the digital quilt.
Please note: All images should be 500kb or less in size.
Your submissions will be added to the digital quilt gallery.
2. Stories and Poems
For longer pieces of writing honouring Fletcher’s life and to share stories of his influence in yours, please submit your stories below.
Please note: All images should be 500kb or less in size as PNG or JPG formats.
Your submissions will be added under the Stories tab.