A pioneer of conceptual photography, Lorna Simpson is best known for her large-scale works combining images and text. Simpson’s photography often questions and challenges conventional views on gender, sexuality, race, identity, and culture in the United States.
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Melvin Edwards: Weapon of Freedom at Rollins Museum of Art
Melvin Edwards (American, b. 1937)Weapon of Freedom, 1986Welded steel11 x 9 x 6 in.The Alfond Collection of Contemporary Art, Gift of […]
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Celebrate Black Artists With Resources from the Rollins Museum of Art
The Rollins Museum of Art honors and recognizes the impact that Black artists have in art and culture. Explore the resources below that showcase […]
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Works by American Photographer Carrie Mae Weems in the Rollins Museum of Art Collection
Gain insights into the works of American Photographer Carrie Mae Weems that are featured in the permanent collection at The Rollins Museum of Art.
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Tar Beach by Faith Ringgold, From the RMA Collection
As an artist and activist, Ringgold’s career has been dedicated to exploring themes of race and gender equality. She grew up in the creatively fertile Harlem Renaissance, a time and place where perceptions of black culture and identity were redefined. Her work incorporates the narrative traditions of quiltmaking and African American history with great resonance, serving as platform to share her story and that of those before her.
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Work of the Week: Marcus Jansen, “Plot #2”
Marcus Jansen (American, b. 1968) Plot #2, 2018, oil, enamels, mixed media on canvas, 60 x 48 in. Given by […]