Beyond the Surface Recent work by Jeanne F. Jalandoni and Sharon Norwood
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This exhibition features recent work by Jeanne F. Jalandoni and Sharon Norwood. Their work explores themes of identity, emphasizing all-too-often overlooked American histories and experiences. In this exhibition, resonant conversations between their works develop from the artists' shared interest in engaging in these veiled and obfuscated narratives.
Jeanne F. Jalandoni's paintings and textiles subvert early 20th-century political cartoons on American exceptionalism by centering marginalized identities. In her mythos, the "carabao figure" symbolizes Filipino American culture, exploring generational trauma and cultural responsibilities in the diaspora, aiming to redefine cultural legacies and identities.
Sharon Norwood's work investigates how cultural norms inform personal identities. In her work, the curly line is a stand-in for the "Black body." Within this conceptual understanding, the curly line is often paired with historical narratives, creating spaces for critical thinking and continuous exploration of the narratives that inform Black life.
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Artist - Jeanne F. Jalandoni