A Space of Her Own is an effort to bring to the forefront the need for women’s representation in art and society. The relevance of women’s contributions to history should be undisputed, but their narratives as told by women themselves are largely absent from our societal fabric. The purpose of this initiative is to create more collaborative artistic spaces that are accessible to everyone, especially women, while in turn acting as homage to women artists from previous generations.
Each artist listed on this site has chosen a trailblazing female artist of a previous generation to act as their muse for a new piece that they have created. They will present their muse in a multi-sensory artist reception at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center, Newport News, VA. The exhibit itself will be displayed from January 6-27, 2018. |
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"Midnight in My Garden" (2015) by Shinique Smith: Artist Dinisha Ellis will use this piece created by Shinique Smith as her muse for her mixed media work that will be presented this January.
Image Source: https://shiniquesmith.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Midnight_in_my_garden_2015.jpg |
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On January 6, 2018, we will converge at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center for a multi-sensory art exhibit opening.
During the day there will be free art and dance workshops to include a dance masterclass and a winter wonderland painting. During the evening, the Downing-Gross's Newport News Community Gallery will come to life as our female artists present their work and muses in imaginative and visceral ways. |
Where: Newport News Community Gallery, Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center
2410 Wickham Avenue Newport News, VA 23607 When: January 6, 2018 Time: 6pm-9pm |