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Richmond, VA
Blythe King and Dean Whitbeck’s compelling portraits work at the intersection of complexity and possibility to visualize women as bonfires of history. The collaborative work recognizes that dynamic formations of women change culture. Whitbeck lends powerful portraits of refugees, the homeless, women with special needs, and Holocaust survivors. King weaves common and discarded elements with the rare and valuable in layering IKEA catalog clippings and 23K gold leaf. Their curation and process remind us that while change can be stirring, it can also be fluid and enriching. The project examines and celebrates courage, resilience, integrity, diversity, and connection among women. It moves us to expand our perception of women which, by extension, causes a cultural effect.
Lexandrine
The original photograph of Lexandrine was taken in collaboration with The International Rescue Committee and ReEstablish Richmond. Lexandrine is from the Democratic Republic of the Congo and immigrated to the US with her mother and four siblings. (Injustice in America)photographic print, acrylic transfer, collage, and 23K gold leaf on wood panel / 30 x 24 in
Jayla
The original photograph of Jayla was taken in collaboration with Richmond Public Schools.(Injustice in America)photographic print, acrylic transfer, collage, and 23K gold leaf on wood panel / 30 x 24 in
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