UNDERCOVER:
Performing and Transforming Black Female Identities
Now through December 5, 2009 Undercover: Performing and Transforming Black Female Identities, on view now through December 5, 2009, is an original exhibition organized by the Spelman College Museum of Fine Art. This exhibition, which explores the social implications of disguise, race, gender is curated by Andrea Barnwell Brownlee, Ph.D., Director of the Museum, and Karen Comer Lowe, Director of Comer Art Advisory, L.L.C. 
Location
Spelman College Museum of Fine Art
in the Camille Olivia Hanks Cosby, Ed.D. Academic Center
350 Spelman Lane
Atlanta, GA 30314
Renée Cox, The Discreet Charm of the Bougies - Missy At Home (detail), 2008, archival digital print on aluminum, 30 x 40 inches. Courtesy the artist.
UPCOMING PROGRAMS
ONE DAY. TWO GREAT EVENTS. After “Hot-En-Tot”
Thursday, October 22, 2009, 2:30pm
JOIN US for the lively conversation between artist Renée Cox and art historian Lisa E. Farrington, Ph.D. as they discuss Cox’s signature piece, the photographic self-portrait “Hot-En-Tot” featured in the “Undercover” exhibition.
Cox’s photograph “Hot-En-Tot” is based on the 19th-century Khoisan woman, Saartjie Baartman, who was exhibited naked throughout Europe as a physiognomic curiosity. Wearing oversized prosthetic breasts and buttocks, Cox, disguised as the embattled historic subject, confronts racism, sexism, and spectators from three centuries.
Seating and capacity are limited. Arrive early. For more information and to RSVP for After “Hot-En-Tot.”
This program is organized in collaboration with the Spelman College Department of Art and the Women’s Research and Resource Center.
Location
Spelman College Museum of Fine Art
in the Camille Olivia Hanks Cosby, Ed.D. Academic Center
350 Spelman Lane
Atlanta, GA
30314
At High Museum of Art
Artist Lecture: Renée Cox
Thursday, October 22, 2009, 7:00pm
DON’T MISS Renée Cox’s lecture, which promises to be memorable! This free program will be held in the Hill Auditorium. Advance tickets are no longer available online.
Arrive early. Seating is limited.
Location
High Museum of Art
Hill Auditorium
1280 Peachstreet St., NE
Atlanta, GA
Renée Cox (b. 1960), a Jamaica-born, New York-based artist is widely acclaimed for her photographic series that provoke, question, and challenge the multi-layered impact of sexism and racial prejudice.
Lisa E. Farrington, Ph.D. is the founding Chair of Art & Music Department at John Jay College at the City University of New York, as well as an accomplished curator, author, and 2007-2008 William and Camille Cosby Endowed Scholars chair at Spelman College. Her comprehensive book “Creating Their Own Image: The History of African-American Women Artists,” is the seminal survey of black women artists overcoming racism and sexism and responding to black female stereotypes.
A NOTE FROM THE DIRECTOR What an exciting week ahead of us. Next Thursday: One Day. Two Great Events. In these open dialogues “Undercover” featured artist Renée Cox will take us on a journey and explain how she has examined history and pop culture throughout her dynamic career. Topics such as body image, sexuality, race, gender, and representation will be discussed during the lively mid-day conversation between Renée and Lisa. In her evening lecture, Renée will discuss how she heightens the multiple dimensions of black womanhood through her bold, larger-than-life protagonists.
The artists in the “Undercover” exhibition address issues concerning black female identities that connect historical content to relevant topics—many which are drawn from today’s headlines. Expect discussions in next week’s programs that will resonate with broad current themes and perceptions that are addressed through many sources: Chris Rock’s new film, “Good Hair,” Mattel’s new line of black Barbies, Disney’s upcoming movie “The Princess and the Frog,” music videos, images of women in media, and so much more. - Andrea Barnwell Brownlee, Ph.D., Director, Spelman College Museum of Fine Art
 UPCOMING PROGRAMS
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 6:30pm
Deep Cover: An Interactive Gallery Walk with exhibition curators Andrea Barnwell Brownlee, Ph.D. and Karen Comer Lowe
SPONSORS Major support for Undercover: Performing and Transforming Black Female Identities was provided by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners under the guidance of the Fulton County Arts Council.
Visitor Information
MUSEUM HOURS:
Tuesdays - Fridays,
10:00am - 4:00pm
Saturdays,
Noon - 4:00pm
Closed Sunday, Monday, holidays and official
Spelman College breaks.
FREE Admission
Spelman College Museum of Fine Art
350 Spelman Lane
Box 1526 Atlanta, GA 30314 404.270.5607 |
