STILL HOT
by Murjoni Merriweather $23,000
This black painted ceramic bust is of the genius himself, Stevie Wonder in the 80’s. His hair, strung up individually with red , yellow, orange and silver beads mimic his iconic look during that time. The red framed sunglasses on his face are similar to the red beads, and add contrast against the all black sculpture. This ceramic bust looks up toward the viewer and sits on top of a black and white circular piano made from wood.
TILL HOT, 2023
23” x 10” x 13”
Ceramics, Hand Braided Synthetic Hair, Beads, Resin, Paint
About the Artist
As a black woman artist from Maryland, Murjoni Merriweather has found that the best way to create and talk about black culture is through art, especially claywork. As a student from the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA), Murjoni creates sculpted beings that are based around real people and real experiences. Her work addresses and eliminates stereotypes through clay portraits and video work. With this, she enjoys going against the European standards of “beauty” that are placed upon people of color. (light skin, petite figure,etc.), and normalizing what is natural about black bodies; loving and accepting them as they come.
Through the artwork, connections and reflections with herself and others based on shared experiences. Continuing her craft, she plans to continue eliminating stereotypes and prejudices while uplifting the black community.
IG: @mvrjoni
Other Original Works in this Exhibition
Limited Edition Prints - From LA Edition
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Photography Prints by Bruce W. Talamon
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