MARCUS MADDOX
Figures of Color: Radically Black
December 2, 2021 - February 15, 2022
Figures of Color is an ongoing project that looks closely at how black skin is represented in works of art, and the relationship between this representation and elements of light and darkness. Taking inspiration from painters such as Kerry James Marshall and Jon Key, the images contain a painterly quality which pushes the boundaries of photography. The work focuses on the marriage between color and form, engaging with stark Blackness as a symbol, while leaving room for creative interpretation. In a world that’s constantly changing, it’s interesting to think about all the ways in which black and white work together. This visual concept paired with the fundamental issues of race, make for a life-long personal project.
Figures of Color: Radically Black will be on view during in-person performances at OZ Arts. To schedule an in-person appointment to view the work outside of performance times, please email Manager of Artistic Programming Daniel Jones at daniel@ozartsnashville.org.
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ABOUT THE ARTIST
Marcus Maddox is a photographer (b. 1994) living and working in Philadelphia, PA. His work is characterized by a natural tone, guided by intuition and empathy. He became interested in making images while growing up in Nashville, TN, getting his start by observing local musicians. Drawn towards the personal, Maddox sets out to capture the human condition in a meaningful and cinematic way. His work has appeared in select publications including The New Yorker, NPR, American Chordata, Atmos Magazine, Wire Magazine, She Shreds Magazine, The FADER, New York Magazine, Philadelphia Magazine, The Independent Photographer, The New York Times and Interview Magazine. His prints have been exhibited in the United States and internationally. He is represented by Red Arrow Gallery in Nashville, TN.
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