Bee-keeper, Shanna Strauss, 2019 |
shroud (in threadbare light) 1, Marigold Santos 2020 |
We had to confront the reality that some people around us are so deeply racist they refuse to acknowledge the humanity in those that are not their color. I want to classify their bias as of being about color because we are ALL the HUMAN RACE!
Ancestor 1, Rajni Perera 2019 |
In the works of Shanna Strauss we are introduced to very close relatives with whom she has a profound loving bond. In the symbols of the painting we are made aware that bees are important spiritual guardians in many African spiritual practice. She used recycled wood she found in Montreal and applies traditional techniques she learned in Tanzania.
Marigold Santos revives the folklore of her native Philippines with her subtle paintings of unsubstantial female forms manifesting in nature. She redeems the mythological figure of Asuang who had been demonized by the colonist invaders.
Rajni Perera's paintings critique the way the cultures of the west have limited their understanding and representation of people issued from the diaspora. She wants to integrate who they were before, what they are experiencing now and how they are forging ahead with beauty and dignity.
You will discover the art works and stories of more than 50 artists.
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 precautions you will have to reserve your time-space to visit the exhibit: RESERVATIONS - on this link you will see many activities you might also enjoy.
Ms Sims informed me that a catalogue is in the works and should be available soon, so check the site for that. As usual the activities are free!
I take a journey, you take a journey, we take a journey together (Mask 4), Rajni Perera 2020 |
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