Past Artwork
Twins of Sankofa and Tribute To A Bachannalist Monument
Quentin Vercetty
Description
These digital collages explore Carnival from the lens of Afrofuturism, depicting each cosplaying masquerader as an embodiment of an empowered African deity. Each figure appears in costumes designed by the SugaCayne team, pictured at different iconic Toronto landmarks.
Additional Information
- Medium: Visual
- Year Created: 2019
- Artwork Type: Digital
- Program Name: ArtworxTO Project (New in 2021)
- Artist Website: https://www.vercetty.com/
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ArtworxTO Pop Up Hub | Carnival Portal - PAST EXHIBITION
This exhibition was located at Yorkdale Shopping Centre, 3401 Dufferin St, Toronto, ON
Curator: Dwayne Dixon
Carnival Portal exhibits a series of alternate stories as you travel through time and space. From its oppressive origins to its infectious expression of love and unity, vistors will experience a sensation that is, quite frankly, otherworldly.