In the Orbit of Ra
Photography by Steve Weinik Photo
This piece is a tribute to the cosmic brilliance, imagination, and legacy of Sun Ra and the Sun Ra Arkestra. Sun Ra was an architect of possibility. A pioneer whose sound, philosophy, and vision helped shape Afrofuturism, he imagined new worlds through music, myth, and creativity. His influence continues to ripple across generations, and his legacy remains alive through the Arkestra’s ongoing practice and performances.
Client: Mural Arts Philadelphia
Project Partners: October Gallery, Sun Ra Arkestra
Lead Artist(s): Ernel Martinez and Keir Johnston
Assisted by: Terrence Bostic, James Enderson, Samiha Hadeed, Efrain Herrera, Jaq Masters, Juan Carlos Valencia Michileno
Location: October Gallery, Philadelphia, PA
Date: June 13, 2026
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