Emergence
By Stephanie Morris
Below are three photographs I exhibited in Big Blaq, a recent show created by TAWU (The Artist Within Us), a Twin Cities-based collective of artists of color. My participation in TAWU and this event is meaningful because it was an opportunity to make my debut in a community art forum. This show was about bringing art in a big and bold way to a community of folks that don't customarily seek out art in traditional galleries and exhibitions. It was a great turnout for the opening and the goal of Big Blaq was accomplished. There was some amazing art shared by a group of very talented local artists of color. This was the first of many more shows to come.
The pieces I chose to include in the exhibit are a narrative about the mystery of women. Each of us has our own unique story. There is much to be considered about what we think, how we feel, how we love and what we do. This work is a deconstruction of a composite female. It asks us to contemplate that which we do not see – to conjure the story behind the woman and to appreciate that there is often more there than what our eyes can perceive.
I call this series “A Woman’s Mystique.”
Keyhole Silhouette - 33x57
Fancy Feet - 38x50
My Muse is a Muse - 49x34
Artist’s Statement:
I have been a lover of photography for many years and continue to be amazed by the majesty of nature, and the juxtaposition of the human form in nature. I am most intrigued by that which is not obvious at first glance. My goal is to create images that reverently extend my worldview. My hope is that my work will be a provocative commentary on life.
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Stephanie Morris
Glad to know about this artist, and about artists of color working together in our community
ReplyDeleteThank you for the post Ann. I am so happy to see Steph out there finally doin' it!...and delighted about all the support.
ReplyDeleteAnd I echo the previous comment about artists of color working together in a our community- that is refreshing and encouraging on many levels.