By Rhiannon Leigh Newton, MA - “Migrating Colors 2015,” an exhibition featuring the work of 10 Haitian artists, is currently on view at Lasell College’s Wedeman Gallery. These artists, both from Massachusetts and Jacmel, Haiti, depict their experiences of the 2010 earthquake and the subsequent emotional journey from loss to acceptance to growth. Common themes within the work include the marketplace, the jungle, magic realism, voodoo rituals and, most importantly, a sense of community. The artists, who had lost their workspace, materials and many of their works during the earthquake, also lost the drive and passion to create art. However, with the help of the Haitian Arts Assembly, the artists were able to obtain new materials and through the creation of new works, were able to transform from victim to survivor. The exhibition features paintings by Norestant Lamour, Vady … [Read more...] about Migrating Colors 2015, Haitian Art at Wedeman Art Gallery
