Ode to She: Tribute to Her Story

ODE to SHE tribute to Her Story

Natalie Alleyne Ramona Candy Robert Carter Louis Delsarte James Denmark Frank Frazier Tyrone Geter Paul Goodnight Lissa Hirsch Otto Neals Larry Pierce Ann Tanksley Emmett Wigglesworth

– EXHIBITION –

MARCH 10th - APRIL 24th co-curated by Heather Carter and Mary Z

ODE to SHE tribute to Her Story

– EXHIBITION –

MARCH 10th - APRIL 24th co-curated by Heather Carter and Mary Z

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CURATOR NOTE: Heather Carter It is a distinct honor to serve as co-curator with Mary Z of this extraordinary exhibition celebrating Women’s History Month. I am humbled by the incredible talent of each artist selected for this show, many of whom are nationally acclaimed and I have known since childhood through my dad, artist Robert Carter. My personal mission is to ensure that their extreme talent does not get overlooked, under-valued or under-appreciated, and that they are embraced and acknowledged by generations to come.

This show is a tribute to women in all the roles we play – as mother, daughter, sister, wife, partner, friend. The images depict our sisterhood, strength, power, tenacity, resilience and defiance of the status quo. The common thread that binds these artists together is their deep understanding of the human condition and compassion for their subjects. Each artist brings their own perspective on how fierce we women are and the hope we bring for a brighter future.

Heather Carter, 2019

CURATOR NOTE: Mary Z

“Ode to She, Tribute to Her Story” sought to bring together a diverse, far-ranging and aesthetically profound look at the various way artists have interpreted their respect, appreciation and admiration for womanhood through their individual insights and perceptions. The thirteen artists represented here have masterfully demonstrated a multi-faceted homage to the feminine aspect from the day-to-day, uplifting, endurance, love, dignity, to the powerful and mysterious. They have employed a wide variety of techniques and media in doing so, from traditional painting and drawing to mixed media and collage.

“Ode to She” is both a physical curated exhibition at the gallery with selected works from this catalog on view and a digital exhibition on the “Artsy” platform with all the works cataloged here included online. The resulting dual exhibitions (concrete and virtual) sets the stage for a real celebration of Women’s History Month.

These artists on the whole have been engaged in a lifetime of social commentary and activism through their work as artists and in their lives in general. All of them have matured as artists respected and influential in their field, earning awards and recognition time and again, many of whom are nationally acclaimed. Their work is featured in renowned institutions including: Denver Art Museum, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Museum of Fine Arts - Boston, Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, Smithsonian Institution and The Studio Museum in Harlem.

It seems fitting and is an honor for 73 See Gallery to exhibit this eminent group of artists as the gallery strives to bring art that speaks to the experience of our local community, to inform it of themselves in a broader context offering a deeper connection to our shared humanity. However, this experience is not limited to our own neighborhood but is shared with the greater community and virtually the world as well. It is a milestone to curate these distinguished artists and a privilege to share these works publicly.

Mary Z, 2019

Natalie Alleyne

"She" represents all the women in my life, past present and future. "She", embodies birth (creativity), life, nurturance. "She" encompasses mother, grandmother, aunts, sisters, nieces and cousins, flowing through my bloodline and beyond. There have been many "She" in my life that has shaped the woman/artist that I have become. Additionally, it's important to me to represent women of color in my work, to see images that look like me. Regardless if they are purple, blue or brown, one knows that their roots are entrenched in Africa. – Natalie Alleyne

Egun 24 x 36, Mixed media, 2015 1,700.

Natalie Alleyne

Forest Maven 48 x 36, Mixed media, 2019 3,900.

Natalie Alleyne

Indigo Queen 36 x 36, Mixed media, 2018 2,800.

Ramona Candy

We’ll Be Okay 24 x 30, Mixed media, 2019 3,000.

Ramona Candy

Bèl Matante Lan 30 x 24, Mixed media, 2019 3,000.

Ramona Candy

Our History, Our Pride: Mahvynee Betsch 20 x 20, Mixed media, 2016 2,000.

Our History, Our Pride: Lena Baker 20 x 20, Mixed media, 2016 2,000.

"I was inspired by the theme of this show given my works reflect the pride I have in my maternal ancestral spirit.

When one stops to study the faces of these amazing women I paint, I hope their spirit of endurance and activism will shine through. They may not have stood on picket lines but their activism may have been in their sacrifice and survival. They’re stories of struggle, and survival, and strength, and Still I Rise!" – Ramona Candy

Robert Carter

Laundry Day 28 x 25, Mixed Media, 2014 6,500.

Robert Carter

Church Lady 34 x 29, Mixed Media, 2014 7,000.

When employing the figure as a vehicle of expression, gender choice plays an important role in flavoring the feel and understanding of the message sent. It would be hard for us to think of our Statue of Liberty as a male representation, and it would be equally difficult to see Uncle Sam as Aunt Samantha. Artwork selected for this exhibit was made to bring recognition, honor and tribute to women. Messages behind the images and titles could be assigned to males – but that would be a different story! – Robert Carter

Robert Carter

Mama Taught Me Piano and Much More 60 x 48, Mixed Media, 2007 19,000.

Robert Carter

Praise Him 18 x 24, Mixed Media, 2015 4,500.

Louis Delsarte

The Light I - (A/P) 30 x 22, Mixed Media Etching, 2005 3,000.

Louis Delsarte

In honoring women, my paintings and drawings celebrate their power, their strength and their influence on family, community and the world. Over the past 60 years, women have inspired my canvas as memories of mothers, sisters, aunts, cousins, daughters and wives have weaved their stories into my narrative of hope for everlasting love and peace on earth. – Louis Delsarte

The Light II - (A/P) 30 x 22, Mixed Media Etching, 2005 3,000.

James Denmark

A high percentage of my work features the universal grace and beauty of the female figure. This show “Ode to She” falls in line with a concept that is featured in my works over and over. – James Denmark Full Moon 18 x 24 (unframed), Lithograph, 2006 1,200.

Frank Frazier

I’ve always saluted my black sisters especially in the art world because a lot of black women don’t get the respect and play. It is sometimes because they are mothers, wives or partners and they are taking care of so many others, but I am always here to salute my black sisters.

– Frank Frazier

Family 29 x 43, Silkscreen, 2018 2,500.

Frank Frazier

Aisha 30 x 40, Collage, 2018 4,400.

Frank Frazier

Color and Symbols 28 x 34, Watercolor, 2018 3,500.

Frank Frazier

We Are Who We Are 30 x 40, Shoe Oil Polish, 2019 3,400.

Tyrone Geter

"I have spent a lifetime trying to communicate with my fellow humans. It started with a focus on the Black community by trying to speak to the issues that confound us. Quite often the images of women and children, historically the most underrepresented group in society, are integral parts of my message." – Tyrone Geter

Sting Like a Bee 40 x 60, Charcoal, Torn Paper, 2015 (original available) 9,000.

Tyrone Geter

Wired 48 x 65, Charcoal, Torn Paper 12,000

Tyrone Geter

My Back Was Your Back And I Guarded It 40 x 54, Charcoal, Torn Paper, Circa 2014-16 7,500

Tyrone Geter

Target 40 x 60, Charcoal, Torn Paper, Circa 2015-16 $7500

Paul Goodnight

Sax a fied 38 x 45, Oil, 2016 28,000.

Paul Goodnight

The culture of a nation for the most part is nurtured by women and without it, we become servants of the world without a voice and without a voice, we have no choice.

Our strength is in our awareness of ourselves. Thank God for women like Harriet Tubman to Oprah Winfrey to my foster mother Essie Lockette.

This is what I’ve been taught, this is what I believe. – Paul Goodnight

Do It Duet 37 x 47, Graphite, 2015 20,000.

Paul Goodnight

Road to Rhythm 56 x 49, Oil, 2010 40,000.

Lissa Hirsch

Contemplation 12 x 14, Oil, 2016 1,000.

Lissa Hirsch

My work centers around the female body, juxtaposing its inherent strength and beauty with a sense of vulnerability. It is the sense of ownership and ease that I try to portray in my work, but the dichotomy of who controls our bodies is always there." – Lissa Hirsch

Women In Motion II 22 x 28, Watercolor and Ink, 2015 2,000.

Women In Motion I 22 x 28, Watercolor and Ink, 2015 2,000.

Otto Neals

Proud Mother 15 x 12, Etching, 1981 900.

Otto Neals

"Whether working in wood, stone, bronze, oils, watercolors or pastel, the female form has always played a large part in my creations."–Otto Neals

Ecstasy 24 x18, Acrylic, 2016 2,800.

Otto Neals

Subtle Vibration 12 x16, Collage, 2018 1,200.

Larry Pierce

Gaia After the Fall 24 x 19, Graphite, 2005 25,000.

Larry Pierce

"Women represemt the soul of civilization – exuding self confidence, exemplifing the changwe aspire to be, and defying the status quo." – Larry Pierce

Almost Heaven 25 x 42, Acrylic, 2018 15,000

Larry Pierce

Black Market Beauty 25 x 24, Acrylic, 2018 10,500.

Ann Tanksley

Endangered Spieces 36 x 46, Oil,1993 20,000.

Ann Tanksley

Save Our Babies 24 x 30, Oil,1991 15,000.

Ann Tanksley

“Everything Must Change� is a song that came to mind when selecting work for this exhibit.

Unfortunately time has proven that not everything does change. Children are being separated from their parents at an alarming rate in their attempt to seek asylum. Black men are being incarcerated and murdered at an alarming rate. Then there is the age old conflict that exists sometimes when the Mother has difficulty giving up her son.

My fervent hope and prayer is that things will get better for all.– Ann Tanksley

The Conflict 36 x 46, Oil,1982 20,000.

Emmett Wigglesworth

Katrina 37 x 51, Oil/Pastel, 2006 10,000.

Emmett Wigglesworth

The Angels Brought Us Together 29 x 26, Ink, 2018 8,000.

This tribute goes out to our mothers, wives, sisters and other formal relatives, our teachers, friends, all the women in politics, the arts, medicine and science, sports and entertainment, law, the military, and every other station and occupation that you have earned. This is an acknowledgement of your greatness, your accomplishments despite pushback, your tearing down of barriers, your holding together of families, your love, your strength, and your potential. – Emmett Wigglesworth

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