Monica J. Brown

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Monica J. Brown: The Biomythography of Jaybird & The Queen of Hearts

Opening Reception: Friday, July 11, 2025, 5-8pm

“Biomythography” is a term coined by Audre Lord defined as “combining elements of history, biography and myth” within literature. My exploration of this idea is a continuation of the ongoing series of paintings, collages and poetry in my Mythical Memory series. This body of work combines Afro-surrealism, abstraction, and elements of pop art aesthetics. This overlap and intersection of genres is used to create a dialogue around the abstract qualities of time and memory, the liminality of the dream space and the way in which personal narratives can create a mythology. Time and memory are components of history.  The mythology enters as the realm where the dream space and memory coincide. Love is the enduring force that weaves it all together.

  • Exhibition dates: July 3 - 25, 2025

  • Gallery hours: Thurs – Fri 2-6pm, Sat – Sun 12-4 pm

  • Please note ARC Gallery will be closed Friday, July 4 and Sunday, July 6 .

This program is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council.

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