Delita Martin – Between Spirits and Sisters

Exhibition Dates: November 10, 2018 – February 2, 2019
Opening Reception: Saturday, November 10th, 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Artist’s Talk: Saturday, January 19th, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm

Galerie Myrtis is pleased to present its first solo exhibition of works by Delita Martin. In Between Spirits and Sisters, Martin offers mixed media works that explore womanhood inspired by the Mende belief “Wherever two or three women are gathered together, there is the spirit and authority of Sande.”

The opening reception will be held on Saturday, November 10th, from 2:00 – 4:00 pm. The Artist’s Talk will take place on Saturday, January 19th; from 4:00 – 6:00 pm. Martin will discuss the “Between Spirits and Sisters” series and traditions shared among the women in her family.

Delita Martin states, “the duality of women in this body of work project the spirit and its connection to the physical world, which reinforces the bond amongst women and how they co-exist in the physical and spiritual realms. The mask seen in the work is my interpretation of the Mende mask, specifically created for young girls being initiated into Sande. These masks are created as a reminder that human beings have a dual existence viewed as one body.” read Delita’s bio

Martin’s work is in the collections of the David Driskell Center, College Park, MD; Crystal Bridges Museum, Bentonville, AR; Minnesota Institute of Art, Minneapolis, MN; Petrucci Family Foundation Collection of African American Art, Asbury, NJ; U.S. Embassy of Nouakchott, Mauritania; and William J. Clinton Presidential Library and Museum, Little Rock, AK

SCOPE Miami Beach


Galerie Myrtis will participate in the SCOPE Miami Beach during Miami, Basel. The art fair runs from December 4-9. SCOPE Miami Beach features 140 International Exhibitors from 25 countries and 60 cities, and welcomes over 60,000 visitors over the course of 6 days.

FEATURED ARTISTS

LOCATION
SCOPE Miami Beach Pavilion – Booth H15
801 Ocean Drive
Miami Florida 33139
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SHOW HOURS
Platinum First View
Platinum Cardholders or By Invitation
Tuesday, December 4th, 12pm – 4pm

VIP | Press Preview
VIP Cardholders and Accredited Press, or By Invitation
Tuesday, December 4th, 4pm – 8pm

GENERAL ADMISSION
Complimentary for VIP and Platinum Cardholders

Wednesday, December 5th, 11am – 8pm
Thursday, December 6th, 11am – 8pm
Friday, December 7th, 11am – 8pm
Saturday, December 8th, 11am – 8pm
Sunday, December 9th, 11am – 8pm

Day Pass | $40
Multi-Day Pass | $75
Student + Senior | $30

Art Basel

SCOPE Miami Beach 2018

Galerie Myrtis will participate in the SCOPE Miami Beach during Miami, Basel. The art fair runs from December 4-9. SCOPE Miami Beach features 140 International Exhibitors from 25 countries and 60 cities, and welcomes over 60,000 visitors over the course of 6 days.

FEATURED ARTISTS

LOCATION
SCOPE Miami Beach Pavilion
801 Ocean Drive
Miami Florida 33139
scope-art.com

SHOW HOURS
Platinum First View
Platinum Cardholders or By Invitation
Tuesday, December 4th, 12pm – 4pm

VIP | Press Preview
VIP Cardholders and Accredited Press, or By Invitation
Tuesday, December 4th, 4pm – 8pm

GENERAL ADMISSION
Complimentary for VIP and Platinum Cardholders

Wednesday, December 5th, 11am – 8pm
Thursday, December 6th, 11am – 8pm
Friday, December 7th, 11am – 8pm
Saturday, December 8th, 11am – 8pm
Sunday, December 9th, 11am – 8pm

Day Pass | $40
Multi-Day Pass | $75
Student + Senior | $30

Exhibitions

Between Spirits and Sisters – Solo Exhibition by Delita…

Between Spirits and Sisters
by Delita Martin

 
Exhibition Dates: November 10, 2018 – February 2, 2019
Opening Reception: November 10th, 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Artist’s Talk: January 19th, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm
Film Screening: January 20th, 2:00 pm
Daughters of the Dust – Parkway Theater, Baltimore, MD

artwork | artist’s talk | film screening | bio | statement | resume

Galerie Myrtis is pleased to present its first solo exhibition of works by Delita Martin. In Between Spirits and Sisters, Martin offers mixed media works that explore womanhood inspired by the Mende belief “Wherever two or three women are gathered together, there is the spirit and authority of Sande.”

Delita Martin states, “the duality of women in this body of work project the spirit and its connection to the physical world, which reinforces the bond amongst women and how they co-exist in the physical and spiritual realms. The mask seen in the work is my interpretation of the Mende mask, specifically created for young girls being initiated into Sande. These masks are created as a reminder that human beings have a dual existence viewed as one body.”   Delita’s bio

Martin’s work is in the collections of the David Driskell Center, College Park, MD; Crystal Bridges Museum, Bentonville, AR; Minnesota Institute of Art, Minneapolis, MN; Petrucci Family Foundation Collection of African American Art, Asbury, NJ; U.S.
Embassy of Nouakchott, Mauritania; and William J. Clinton
Presidential Library and Museum, Little Rock, AK

Artist

Delita Martin Artwork

Delita Martin

artwork | video | statement | bio | resume


Building Bridges The Politics of Love Identity and Race

Opening Reception: May 13, 2017, 3:00 – 6:00 PM.
Artists’ Talk: May 13, 2017, 5:00 – 6:00 PM.
Community programming will be offered during the course of the exhibitions.

Building Bridges: The Politics of Love, Identity and Race features works by American and Cuban artists who unite to investigate the politicization of love, identity and race. Artists of multi‐racial and multi‐cultural backgrounds explore the notion of love—as power and play; offer conceptual and formal dialogue on identity; and examine race as a mechanism to unify or divide a nation and its people.

The exhibit builds upon the new relationship charted by America and Cuba. Participating in the exhibit are preeminent Cuban artists: Julia Valdés Borreno, Zaida del Rio, Alicia Leal Veloz and Eduardo Roca (Choco) Salazar will be visiting from Havana, Cuba.

Featured Artists
Cuban: Julia Valdés Borreno, Zaida del Rio, Alicia Leal Veloz and Eduardo Roca (Choco) Salazar
American: Morel Doucet, Michael Gross, Jamea Richmond-Edwards and Delita Martin

Curated by Myrtis Bedolla and Ana Joa

Crossing, Acrylic on canvas, 40” x 60”, 2016, by Alicia Leal Veloz, Cuban

Exhibitions

Building Bridges: The Politics of Love, Identity and Race


Night Travelers (detail), Gelatin printing, mixed media on paper, 6 ft. x 12.5 ft. (Triptych), 2016 by Delita Martin, American

Building Bridges: The Politics of Love, Identity and Race

May 13 – July 21, 2017

Building Bridges: The Politics of Love, Identity and Race features works by American and Cuban artists who unite to investigate the politicization of love, identity and race. Artists of multi‐racial and multi‐cultural backgrounds explore the notion of love—as power and play; offer conceptual and formal dialogue on identity; and examine race as a mechanism to unify or divide a nation and its people.

The exhibit builds upon the new relationship charted by America and Cuba. Participating in the exhibit are preeminent Cuban artists: Julia Valdés Borreno, Zaida del Rio, Alicia Leal Veloz and Eduardo Roca (Choco) Salazar will be visiting from Havana, Cuba.

Featured Artists
Cuban: Julia Valdés Borreno, Zaida del Rio, Alicia Leal Veloz and Eduardo Roca (Choco) Salazar
American: Morel Doucet, Michael Gross, Jamea Richmond-Edwards and Delita Martin

Curated by Myrtis Bedolla and Ana Joa

Artwork

Art Basel

Spectrum Art Fair 2016

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In association with Miami Art Week and Art Basel, Galerie Myrtis participated in the Spectrum Miami Art Show. Spectrum Miami is a juried, contemporary art show taking place in Miami’s Arts and Entertainment District.
Featured artists: Anna U. Davis, Morel Doucet, Michael Gross, Ronald Jackson, Delita Martin and Jamea Richmond-Edwards.

Galerie Myrtis at Spectrum Miami - Booth S900
Galerie Myrtis at Spectrum Miami – Booth S900

Artists


 

Spectrum Art Fair 2016

Artist

Delita Martin Statement

Statement

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Art movements have always been instrumental in shaping the discourse of contemporary art, reflecting the cultural and societal shifts of their time. Among these movements, Cubism is a style of art that emerged in the early 20th century, characterized by fragmented forms, multiple viewpoints, and geometric shapes. It was pioneered by artists such as Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque, and soon became a dominant style in the art world.

Like many contemporary artist of today I too am drawn to cubism’s ability to break down and reassemble forms in a way that challenges traditional notions of representation. Although I use the same basic principles as cubism, I refer to my work as Afro-Cubism. Afro-Cubism is characterized by its ability to seamlessly blend diverse artistic elements into a harmonious whole. One of its defining features is the incorporation of bold, geometric shapes and intricate patterns that echo the motifs found in African art. These forms are often imbued with symbolic meanings, representing spirituality, cultural identity, and the shared experiences of the African diaspora.

Furthermore, Afro-Cubist art frequently embraces vibrant colors, reflecting the vivacity of African cultures. This visual vibrancy serves as a visual link between the past and the present, inviting viewers to engage with the history and emotions embedded in the artwork. This art form challenges the conventional notions of artistic expression and allows me to explore new mediums, techniques, and narratives that pay homage to my heritage while engaging with modern contexts. It encourages a dialogue between tradition and innovation, bridging the gap between past and present.

Sometimes I Wonder, 2023
Relief Printing, Charcoal, Pastels, Acrylic, Hand-Stitching, Printed Papers

Artist Talk

Lest We Forget Artists Talk

Lest We Forget

Artists’ Talk & Closing Reception: The exhibition presented at Galerie Myrtis, Lest We Forget examines pivotal moments and figures in US history, as well as the everyday occurrences and unknown individuals that have impacted, to various degrees, the African American experience here, and by extension, throughout the world.
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Artists’ Talk

Moderators: Jarvis DuBois and Deirdre Darden
Talk Participants: Shaunte Gates, Amber Robles-Gordon, Jamea Richmond-Edwards, Delita Martin and Wesley Clark

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Closing Reception/Healing Ceremony

Facilitator: Geoffrey Edwards, LAC, Nu Healing Arts
The objective of the Healing ceremony is to provide the space and opportunity for attendees of the Lest We Forget exhibition and community at large to engage and reflect on the lives of the influential figures of both distant and recent past who have directly impacted current movements of social justice.

Nu Healing Arts use the expressive arts as a way to explore creative solutions to these issues by asking how can my community become a platform for creating the space that welcomes my transition to a healthier, abundant life? Geoffrey Edwards, LAC, Nu Healing Arts

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