Join us for a conversation between artist Adrienne Elise Tarver and Jenée-Daria Strand, Assistant Curator at Public Art Fund. The discussion will delve into the inspiration and references in Tarver’s Public Art Fund exhibition "She who sits," now on view on JCDecaux bus shelters in New York City, Chicago, and Boston. They will discuss the work’s cultural connections historically and presently, and connect the works in the exhibition to other chapters of Tarver’s artistic practice.

"She who sits" is Tarver’s first solo public art exhibition and features six new works that continue her exploration of the centrality of the Black matriarch. Each subject is seated in an intimate environment and each painting is inspired by the artist’s personal archive as well as media archives–especially that of Ebony Magazine, a cornerstone of culture, news, and entertainment. Tarver’s imagery positions the act of sitting as a reclamation of rest and power.

Attend in person at The Cooper Union. Registration is required, and capacity is limited. Seating is first come, first served, so please arrive early. Your registration does not guarantee a seat. Doors will close at 6:45pm.

Accessibility: Email Gabriela López Dena, Associate Curator of Public Practice, at glopez@publicartfund.org with questions and requests for accessibility. Please send any needs for services or accommodations to support your participation in this program, including ASL interpretations.

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