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What s new at the Mu? Studio M to host Andrea Palagiano: Self-Conscious
Margy Vogt
Special to The Independent
Mythological references in Andrea Palagiano: Self Conscious in MassMu’s Studio M dovetail with MassMu’s 2021 NEA Big Read, based on Circe, by Madeline Miller, a book reimagining the story of a mythological Greek sorceress.
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The exhibition reflects the relationship between introversion and projected self. The integration of figure and pattern and the application of layers indicate the thought process in defining self within society. She is inspired by characters from Greek mythology and 16th century Italian artist Caravaggio’s sense of drama. Living in a different country every year of her childhood introduced Palagiano to varying cultures and customs, sparking her love of sociology and psychology.
December 10, 2020
Myers School of Art alumna Shani Richards is featured in ‘Suffrage: Inequality. Persistence. Justice.’, the Emily Davis Gallery’s Latest Exhibition that seeks to honor women involved in the suffragette movement.
The exhibit opened on Oct. 20 and will be available to the public until mid-December.
“I create art that addresses issues of racism, sexism and stereotypes,” said Richards. “These issues are all reflection of this country and my work is all American.”
Richards created her Hanging Cabinet Series as a symbolic way to explore the role of hair for not only black women but also that of black men. Hair, or more specifically hair texture, used to be a way of showing status or race.
December 11, 2020
Matt Miller credits his artistic inspiration to his fascination of the archetypal characters and symbolism that can be found in the mythologies and folklore of different historical cultures.
“Most of my personal artwork explores these traditions and ideologies with a touch of surrealism and psychedelia.”
When Miller is faced with developing a concept for his work he combines the needs and goals of his clients with his personal vision, making a cohesive design that is reflective of both parties.
Detail image of Matt Miller’s painting. (Image via Matt Miller)
“Sometimes everything just clicks, but other projects involve significant research as I piece together all of the necessary elements.”