'LORNA SIMPSON' + WHATS ON MY COFFEE TABLE ?
On our coffee table lives vintage EBONY magazines from year 79’ and 80’. We thrifted these a couple years ago at a vintage shop when my grandparents came to visit. The images on the inside are such a beautiful representation of black people. A similar way of style and dress has emerged again which is pretty nostalgic. These magazines radiate positivity and wealth - they are a reminder for me to stick to the plan.
Lorna Simpson was introduced to me by a friend who thought I’d love her work - and I do. Lorna takes images from magazines just like the ones on my coffee table and transforms them into something that feels dated, but modern simultaneously. The way she represents black lifestyle is poetic and bold. The images she chooses to mix, merge beautifully together. After falling into a research hole, I found this video. Here’s a peek into Lornas’ vision and expertise.
I love the showcasing of an older black creative showing us this confidence in the art world. I feel like my peers and I have too much doubt with our work. I aim to be as fierce and graceful as Lorna. As an art lover, I thought I’d share. I also included some of Lorna's work.I hope you enjoy it. Who are some artists you’re channeling right now ?
