Jamea Richmond-Edwards

In this episode of Truth in This Art, host Rob Lee interviews Detroit-bred interdisciplinary artist Jamea Richmond-Edwards. They discuss her latest exhibition, Ancient Future, which explores Afrofuturism, Black mythologies, and the power of imagination. Jamea shares her journey as an artist, her inspirations, and the importance of decolonizing the mind. 🎨✨ Episode Highlights: Jamea's background and her role as a cosmic stewardess. [00:01:03] 🚀🌌 Moments and experiences that influenced Jamea's path as an artist. [00:02:16] 🎨🌟 The impact of seeing Renee Cox's work and the importance of representation in art. [00:05:04] 🖼️✊ The paradigm-shifting influence of Kanye West's album, My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy. [00:07:13] 🎶🔀 The importance of recognizing and embracing one's own genius and the brilliance of others. [00:08:45] 🌟🤝 The significance of imagination and world-building in Jamea's work. [00:10:28] 🌍✨ Jamea's exploration of dragons and genealogy in her art. [00:15:06] 🐉🧬 The impact of pop culture and the need for authentic representation in various genres. [00:20:35] 🎬🎤 The importance of research and information mining in Jamea's creative process. [00:23:08] 📚💡 The value of time and the need to decolonize the mind in order to tap into creativity. [00:29:03] ⏳🧠 The role of imagination in shaping the future and creating new narratives. [00:30:36] 🚀📖 The need for Black imagination and the power of envisioning ourselves at our greatest. [00:36:04] ✊🌟 The influence of imagination in various genres and the importance of cultivating it. [00:40:08] 🌈🌐 The impact of imagination on representation and the role of Black creators in shaping the future. [00:45:38] 🎭👥 Key Takeaways: Embrace your own genius and recognize the brilliance of others. Cultivate imagination and world-building to create new narratives. Tap into your own creativity and play your part in shaping the future. Challenge the dominant narratives and create authentic representation in all genres. Embrace the cyclical nature of time and trust in the power of imagination. Explore your own imagination and challenge the narratives that limit your creativity. Embrace your unique perspective and contribute to shaping the future through your art. 🎨🔮 Websites: Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami 🏛️ jamearichmondedwards.com Social Media Links: Facebook: jamea richmond-edwards Instagram: jamear

In this segment I got a chance to sit and interview world renown visual artist, Jamea Richmond-Edwards. Her resume speaks for itself; she's been in over 80 publications, her work has garnered the attention of various art critics including the Washington Post and the Huffington Post's "Black Artists: 30 Contemporary Art Makers Under 40 You Should Know". Jamea has exhibited her artwork nationally and internationally including the Delaware Art Museum, California African American Museum, Charles Wright Museum in Detroit, MI, and Galerie Myrtis in Baltimore, Maryland. What I was most intrigued about was her passion and what helps drive her creative influence! I got everything that I was looking for in this interview & you're going to love her energy and vision so sit back and enjoy!!

For 20 years, CulturalDC has been making space for art. That includes physical places like galleries, theaters and affordable housing for artists. But it also includes making space in the conversation for art. We’re excited to bring you the second episode in our podcast series with our friends at Caandor Labs. On this episode, we hear from Mobile Art Gallery artist Jamea Richmond-Edwards about her exhibit Stay Fly, on view at CityCenterDC through April 13. She’s joined by Desiree Venn Frederic and Howard University Professor Dr. Melanee Harvey. They talk about fashion and the power of the Black consumer. Thanks to our friends at Eaton for hosting this important and timely conversation. Jamea Richmond-Edwards has exhibited her artwork nationally and internationally including the Delaware Art Museum, California African American Museum, Charles Wright Museum in Detroit MI and her current representation Kravets Wehby Gallery. Desiree Venn Frederic is the founding director of Combing Cotton Co., a think tank and social equity firm and The Venn Frederic Fashion Library and Institute of Material Culture. Dr. Melanee Harvey has published extensively on Black Arts Movement artists including Faith Ringgold, James Phillips and African Commune of Bad Relevant Artists (AfriCOBRA).