Carmen Neely Lecture
@ The Art Institute of Chicago
Fullerton Hall, 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
Opening Tuesday, September 17th, from 6PM - 7:30PM
Join us in person for a lecture by visiting artist Carmen Neely followed by an audience Q&A.
Carmen Neely delves into semantics through her art. Rather than mere formal inquiries confined to the canvas, Neely sees the distinction between lines as a means of grappling with personal and inherited histories. Her paintings, characterized by vibrant strokes against soft backdrops, evoke catharsis. They reflect a continual process of renegotiation and reiteration, suggesting a journey toward inner peace. Each brushstroke embodies layers of identity, values, and memories spanning generations. Neely’s expressive use of color and gesture speaks to the fluidity of these elements across time and place. Through her work, she navigates the complexities of interpretation, offering a vulnerable exploration of selfhood.
This event will be live captioned by Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) services. For additional access requests, visit saic.edu/access.
Image: Carmen Neely, l’esprit de l’escalier, 2023, oil on linen, 84 x 144 inches. © Carmen Neely. Courtesy of Mariane Ibrahim (Chicago, Paris, Mexico City)
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