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LATEST NEWS UPDATE: MARCH 28TH- MARCH 30TH BE HUMBLE: KENDRICK LAMAR TRIBUTE URBAN ORCHESTRA AND ART EXHIBITION FEATURING MERCEDES LEWIS ART PIECES “DESTINY” AND “HEAVEN”.
KENDRICK LAMAR TRIBUTE: URBAN ORCHESTRA & ART EXHIBITION X MERCEDESLEWISART
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Be Humble: The Kendrick Lamar Tribute is an immersive experience of art and music for the lover of all things K. Dot where the beats of Kendrick Lamar meet the vibrant strokes of art. The Culture Society invites you to a groundbreaking show that transcends the boundaries between sound and sight. Get ready to be captivated by a dynamic atmosphere that celebrates creativity and innovation.
Our show seamlessly blends Kendrick Lamar’s iconic tracks with the rich, emotive power of orchestral music. Each note is thoughtfully arranged to complement the lyrical genius of Kendrick, creating a soundscape that resonates with both longtime fans and newcomers alike. The accompanying art exhibition delves deep into the themes of Kendrick’s music as well as Black life and culture, offering visual interpretations that enhance the storytelling of each track. From thought-provoking pieces to interactive installations, the art serves as a powerful reflection of the cultural and social narratives within Kendrick’s work. Finally, indulge in our signature drinks and soak in the unique atmosphere designed to transport you into a world of artistic fusion. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a music lover, or simply looking for a night of inspiration, this experience is for you. Join us for a tribute concert and art exhibition that promises to be unforgettable. Secure your spot and be part of this extraordinary celebration of art and music!
Mercedes Lewis Art and Home Interiors at West Elm Fort Worth Location . Mercedes Lewis Art was displayed her Fine Art Paintings and Prints in West Elm . She also designed home interiors blankets, bath mats , yoga mats and more.
My piece FREEDOM was selected as BEST OF MIXED MEDIA for the 26th Annual Carrol Simms Art Exhibition December 17th 2020! My piece FREEDOM will be displayed in the permanent collection at the African Museum of Art in Dallas, TX. Details coming soon!
FREEDOM is permanently on display at the African American Museum in Dallas, TX
FREEDOM also won BEST OF MIXED MEDIA at the the Carroll Harris Simms 26th Annual Art Competition 2020
Mercedes was a finalist for international art competition with Banality of Evil Art Competition 2019 for her artwork FREEDOM! This piece has been on exhibition & publication 2020.
FREEDOM
Mercedes Lewis
USA
Mixed Media
This piece was inspired by Adinkra cloths from traditional Asante culture in Ghana. These cloths were used for funerary and religious purposes. They used color and symbolism to tell a story about someone’s life. This piece represents the death of African American people in order to reach Freedom in a society influenced by Systematic Oppression. This piece contains symbolism of West African culture that represent the concept of FREEDOM of African American people.
26 Nov 2019
About the Project:
The Banality of Evil in our Daily Lives art competition is an open call for artists to communicate what they see as the banality of evil in our daily lives. It poses a challenge to communicate that which has never been communicated before and create a platform for groundbreaking ideas to be brought into our collectivity.
Artists the world over are invited to submit work that will use art as the language to communicate their hopes in creating a new vision for the world.
The competition aims to provide inspiration and solutions that address the most important crisis that faces humanity today: the loss of our humanity.
The Banality of Evil in our Daily Lives is a unique art competition that will have a strong emphasis on public engagement. The public will be invited to moderate the selection of the first 40 art works by liking and sharing the messages presented on the BOE in our Daily Lives social media platforms.
visit www.boeart.org for more information
ARTIST TO ARTIST INTERVIEW X MIMI CHIC
Check out my Artist to Artist interview with Mimi Chi! Learn more about my latest updates from being a world finalist for the Banality of Evil Competition to Moving to Colombia, Medellin. For more Artist to Artist interviews subscribe to her Youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheMiMiChicBIZ or follow her on Instagram: @mimichicboutique.
IRVING BLACK ARTS COUNCIL X IRVING ARTS CENTER X SMITHSONIAN
The Irving Black Arts Council celebrates Black History Month with an annual art exhibit to introduce and promote the work of Metroplex-area artists. This year, they featured the work of seven gifted female artists who took on the challenge of creating work on the theme, “Artistic Expressions from Within.” Susan Stephens attended the reception and spoke with the artists about their work. For more stories like this one, watch ICTN. For more information on ICTN, visit http://ictn.tv
HBCUBiQUITY PODCAST TOM JOYNER JR X PODOTRON NETWORK X MERCEDESLEWISART
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Learn more about the story behind MERCEDESLEWISART with her interview with Tom Joyner Jr. , listen to her artist journey and upcoming projects for 2020!
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A Fine Arts Life INTERVIEW- MERCEDES LEWIS
I was interviewed about my life as a fine artist and upcoming events hosted by Sharda the creator behind the “Characters Here” Podcast.
To Listen to the Podcast Interview: CLICK HERE .
HOME IS WHERE THE ART IS- D MAGAZINE
I selected to be a featured artist at the Juried Exhibition “LIKE A GIRL” curated by Molly Sydnor.
Click below on pages 28-29 or CLICK HERE .
AUTONOMY, ACTIVISM & ART DIRECTION
Shades Noir undertakes practice based social justice within the creative sector context and partnership with international educational and cultural institutions, as well as creative practitioners and a broad spectrum of organizations. Shades Noir is a publication based from University of Arts London (UAL). UAL is ranked 2nd in the world for Art and Design in 2019.
I interviewed with Shades Noir on the topic of Autonomy, Activism & Art Direction From an Intersectional Perspective.
Click below on pages 84-91 or CLICK HERE .
BODY POLITiĆ
Shades Noir undertakes practice based social justice within the creative sector context and partnership with international educational and cultural institutions, as well as creative practitioners and a broad spectrum of organizations. Shades Noir is a publication based from University of Arts London (UAL). UAL is ranked 2nd in the world for Art and Design in 2019.
I interviewed with Shades Noir on What now does the 'black' body politic look like, and how has this idea of body politics evolved in the present day?
below on pages 104-105 or CLICK HERE.