Renée Cox, Yo Mamadonna and Child. Courtesy of the artist and UTA Artist Space
UTA Artist Space is pleased to announce the upcoming opening of an exhibition featuring the works of the distinguished artist, Renee Cox. On the heels of two significant institutional exhibitions: A Proof of Being at Guild Hall and The Ten Commandments at Princeton University Museum, UTA Artist Space will present Cox’s first solo exhibition in Atlanta.
The exhibition will highlight seminal work from the Whitney Independent Study Program alum’s 30-plus- year career, showcasing the evolution of her robust practice and candid explorations of racial and gender politics.
Celebrated for her radical gestures of Black reclamation and unrepentant self-expression, Cox brings a powerful and imaginative perspective to these pieces. At the heart of the exhibition is the powerful representation of the artist’s journey. One of the central themes explored in Cox’s exhibition is the reconciliation of lives of privilege within Black communities. Cox boldly asserts that Black narratives and conflicts can unfold against backdrops of wealth and comfort, disrupting the prevailing narrative that centers exclusively on impoverished settings.
The exhibit will feature pieces from throughout Cox’s artistic career, including Black Leather Lace-Up (above), The Jumpoff (right) and Young Yo Mama. Her pieces invite viewers to engage with an artistic journey that goes beyond the image, encouraging a profound exploration of identity, joy, relaxation, and the resilience of the Black spirit.
