Internal Light , 2023
Despite Collection 2023
Internal Light
Despite Collection 2023
* This creation includes 2 pieces
** The pieces in this creation have an inner frame
Lauren Bullard
Specialization/Major
Art – Illustration
Graduation Year
2020
Location
United States
About
My work is a direct reflection of my journey exploring my queer identity as an artist of color and community activist. I create to be visible and to understand my inner spirituality, authenticity, and connection to the natural world, as well as to connect and show up for my Detroit community.
Embracing and acknowledging my own vulnerability, humanity and creativity has strengthened my clarity to use my art as a medium to express the challenges and harm marginalized groups withstand and endure daily such as death, grief, poverty, homophobia, lack of safe spaces and resources. My creative values and entrepreneurship is rooted in the liberation of all people through social resilience and revolution, art empowerment, and the preservation of BIPOC culture.
I incorporate elements of calmness, queerness, symmetry, Abstract Expressionism, surrealism, and healing into my work to combat the clutter, chaos, and unrest caused by our industrial society. I find my voice and passion through illustrating, painting, printmaking, mural work, sculpting, and community arts engagement. Additionally I am inspired by the diverse methods and limitless materials that can be used to create art with conventional and digital tools.
Measurements (Width X Height X Depth)
12 X 36 in
30.48 X 91.44 Cm
Weight
2 lb
0.91 Kg
Materials
Oil Paint, Ink, Acrylic Paint, Oil Pastels on Canvas