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Artists Dawoud Bey and Carrie Mae Weems, who met in a photography class in 1976, will participate in an intimate conversation moderated by curator LeRonn Brooks. The event, which is free and can be attended in person or online, complements the exhibition “Dawoud Bey & Carrie Mae Weems: In Dialogue” and will focus on the impact of their work on each other and exploring the medium of photography to create authentic images of Black Americans. The event will also feature a hosted reception and a jazz concert with musician David Murray. A separate ticket is required for the concert.
In 1976, artists Dawoud Bey and Carrie Mae Weems met in a photography class taught by Bey at the Studio Museum in Harlem. Their shared but unique perspectives led them to explore the medium of photography and visually record their own presence in the world, and to create authentic images of Black Americans. Moderated by LeRonn Brooks, curator at the Getty Research Institute, this intimate conversation between Bey and Weems reflects on their individual artistic pursuits, the profound impact of their artwork on each other, and the enduring bond that connects them.
Exhibition galleries will be open before and after the program with a hosted reception from 6-7pm. At 7pm, a related jazz concert with esteemed musician David Murray occurs in the Harold M. Williams Auditorium. A separate ticket is required for the performance. Reserve a free ticket.
Complements the exhibition "Dawoud Bey & Carrie Mae Weems: In Dialogue."
This free event is in person and online. Learn more: https://gty.art/3ZaQJaT
Image: Left: Carrie Mae Weems. Right: Dawoud Bey (Photo: Whitten Sabbatini)
In 1976, artists Dawoud Bey and Carrie Mae Weems met in a photography class taught by Bey at the Studio Museum in Harlem. Their shared but unique perspectives led them to explore the medium of photography and visually record their own presence in the world, and to create authentic images of Black Americans. Moderated by LeRonn Brooks, curator at the Getty Research Institute, this intimate conversation between Bey and Weems reflects on their individual artistic pursuits, the profound impact of their artwork on each other, and the enduring bond that connects them.
Exhibition galleries will be open before and after the program with a hosted reception from 6-7pm. At 7pm, a related jazz concert with esteemed musician David Murray occurs in the Harold M. Williams Auditorium. A separate ticket is required for the performance. Reserve a free ticket.
Complements the exhibition "Dawoud Bey & Carrie Mae Weems: In Dialogue."
This free event is in person and online. Learn more: https://gty.art/3ZaQJaT
Image: Left: Carrie Mae Weems. Right: Dawoud Bey (Photo: Whitten Sabbatini)
Dawoud Bey and Carrie Mae Weems in Conversation
Starts at: 2023-04-04 23:00:00
Ends at:
Getty Center