Moon in Scorpio
Solo Exhibition – Megan Lewis
May 11th – July 20, 2024
Opening Reception
May 11th, 2:00 – 6:00 pm.
Programming
July 20th, 2:00 – 4:00 pm.
Artist Talk with Megan Lewis (SOLD OUT!)
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Galerie Myrtis proudly presents “Moon in Scorpio,” the inaugural solo exhibition by acclaimed artist Megan Lewis. The opening reception will be held at Galerie Myrtis, 2224 North Charles Street, Baltimore, Maryland on Saturday, May 11th from 2:00 ‐ 6:00 pm. The opening is free, and all are welcome. No appointment is necessary to attend.
“In ‘Moon and Scorpio,’ I delve into the emotional depth and passion of predominantly male figures as they contemplate life’s intricacies. Through my work, I explore themes of personal growth, transformation, and the pursuit of lessons learned. Drawing inspiration from my hometown of Baltimore, I weave together nonlinear, imaginative, and realistic scenes using collage, fabric and photography, enhanced by texture, color, glitter, and pattern. Resilient and transformative, Scorpio Moon individuals have a natural inclination towards self-improvement and personal growth. The Scorpio Moon tends to keep their emotions bottled up, not expressing much, which ends up leading them to run to extremes. This body of work serves as a release.
My subjects fearlessly confront their shadows, embracing change, diving deep into the wilderness of their emotions, unafraid, through stillness and contemplation, with an intensity that remains palpable. It’s a time for reflecting on the past and releasing the old to make way for the new. They are naturally inclined towards transformation and personal growth. They are not afraid to confront their shadows and work through challenges. Their approach involves deep self-reflection, embracing change, and using their emotional depth as a tool for self-discovery and improvement.” – Megan Lewis
Programing
Artist Talk featuring Megan Lewis
July 20th, 2:00 – 4:00 pm.
Artist Talk featuring Megan Lewis in dialogue with Dr. Myrtis Bedolla. Through her art, Lewis challenges viewers to examine their biases and assumptions, fostering a deeper conversation about the complexities of the human experience. Don’t miss the opportunity to witness the transformative impact of Megan Lewis’s work and contribute to the dialogue on Black masculinity in today’s society. The artist’s talk is free and open to the public. Seating is limited. RSVP is required to attend (registration details to be announced).
Megan Lewis (b. 1989, Baltimore, MD) is an accomplished painter known for using various mediums to create paintings that delve into critical perspectives on social, historical, and cultural issues related to Black life. Her recent body of work explores the Black male experience, particularly within the context of Baltimore.
Through her vivid and evocative compositions, Lewis provides viewers with thought-provoking portrayals of the daily lives of men in her community. Her artworks, whether based on real-life experiences or imagined scenarios, offer a window into the multifaceted ways men of the African diaspora navigate the world.
In her paintings, Lewis captures the universal truth of the shared concerns that Black men face in their lives, including the desire to assert their personhood, gain respect, and challenge the stereotypical beliefs and biases that often shape perceptions of who they are. Her work thus serves as a powerful reflection of the challenges and triumphs of Black men in their quest for dignity, recognition, and the dismantling of harmful stereotypes.