On February 27th on zoom Latitude will feature our February artist in residence Bri Robinson who will be in conversation with creative director, writer, and photographer Candace Sanders. This program is a partnership with WITH(IN).DIGITAL, a digital respite engaging Black artists, creatives, and the art curious in curated conversations about art, the creative process, and being Black on the internet in the 21st century. The conversation will be hosted on zoom so that captions are available to participants.

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Bri Robinson is a mixed media artist, analog collagist, sculpture artist, and historian who weaves intricate narratives of love, loss, and identity across the expansive Midwest. Raised in Ohio and now based in Chicago, Bri’s work reflects the rich cultural tapestry of the region, combining personal history with broader societal concepts. Brought up by a large, close-knit family, Bri draws inspiration from the everyday moments and memories that shape our lives, using images found in family photo albums, adult magazines, and personal portraits. Through their unique process of cutting, pasting, and layering, Bri deepens the meaning of these found objects, transforming them into evocative works of art.

Bri’s practice is deeply rooted in the exploration of identity, relationships, and the constant evolution of self. By merging archival materials with elements of popular culture, they create thought-provoking narratives that invite viewers to engage with the complexities of the queer experience. Through their work, Bri honors the past while also pushing the boundaries of contemporary art history, crafting pieces that are as introspective as they are expansive.

Candace Sanders is an award-winning multidisciplinary creative director, photographer, poet, and essayist based in Washington, D.C. A steward of memory and culture, her work explores the blurred boundaries between the digital and physical, and how technology reshapes intimacy and connection. Through her art practice, she explores the unseen, examining how we unfasten and refasten ourselves across the arc of our lives. Candace’s work is informed by contemplative spirituality and a research-based approach, creating an ecosystem attuned to the pulse of the cultural zeitgeist, where art, culture, and history intertwine to deepen understanding and cultivate community. With a focus on the poetics of kinship, memory, and the mystery of the creative process, Candace creates spaces that inspire discourse, foster connection, and invite others to reach toward wholeness. View her work at candacesanders.com.

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