A celebrated artist known for exploring issues of race, gender, class and how the present can be understood through history and identity. Named a MacArthur Fellow in 2013, Weems continues to engage local communities through art and activism.
Considered one of the most influential contemporary American artists, Carrie Mae Weems has investigated family relationships, cultural identity, sexism, class, political systems and the consequences of power. Determined as ever to enter the picture—both literally and metaphorically—Weems has sustained an on-going dialogue within contemporary discourse for over thirty years. During this time, Carrie Mae Weems has developed a complex body of art employing photographs, text, fabric, audio, digital images, installation and video.
Admission/Cost: FREE
Location:
Price Center Theater
UC San Diego
San Diego, CA 92093
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Wednesday, November 7 - Reception: 6:00 PM, Lecture: 7:00 PM
Considered one of the most influential contemporary American artists, Carrie Mae Weems has investigated family relationships, cultural identity, sexism, class, political systems and the consequences of power. Determined as ever to enter the picture—both literally and metaphorically—Weems has sustained an on-going dialogue within contemporary discourse for over thirty years. During this time, Carrie Mae Weems has developed a complex body of art employing photographs, text, fabric, audio, digital images, installation and video.
Admission/Cost: FREE
Location:
Price Center Theater
UC San Diego
San Diego, CA 92093
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Wednesday, November 7 - Reception: 6:00 PM, Lecture: 7:00 PM
