Shantell Martin, a multifaceted artist known for her work across various disciplines, has achieved notable success in the realms of fine art, education, design, philosophy, and technology. Her journey includes collaborations with prestigious institutions such as MIT Media Lab, NYU Tisch ITP, and Columbia University’s Brown Institute, as well as choreographing for the Boston Ballet. Martin's art explores themes like intersectionality, identity, and play, and she has showcased her work in solo exhibitions at renowned galleries, including the 92Y Gallery in New York, Albright Knox Gallery, and the New Britain Museum of American Art. Her involvement in media and technology innovation, particularly at the Brown Institute for Media Innovation, highlights her role in integrating visual art with storytelling and technology.
Shantell Martin's influence extends into fashion and design, collaborating with brands like Vitra, Max Mara, Tiffany & Co, and The North Face, which launched a collection featuring her designs. Her partnerships with celebrated figures such as Kendrick Lamar and Kelly Wearstler further underscore her impact in the art world. Martin's accolades include the Central Saint Martin's/UAL Honorary Award, the 92Y Extraordinary Women Award, and the Shorty Award for Best in Art, among others. Renowned for her distinctive style and meditative approach to art, Martin is not only a creator but also a mentor, teaching others to find their unique artistic paths and advocating for the benefits of creativity in enhancing mental health and personal growth.
For more details on all her awards and accolades, click here for her formal CV.
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Photos of THE FUTURE
2022
Shantell Martin’s THE FUTURE is now open at Shepard and Amanda Fairey's Subliminal Projects in LA. Here is a photo reveal of some exhibit details.
In addition to inviting Martin to exhibit THE FUTURE, Fairey and Martin collaborated on a limited-edition letterpress print (run of 150).
Martin expanded on Fairey’s well-known phrase “obey” and titled the reflective work “obey more.”
“Considering the time period we’re in and Shepard’s iconic ‘obey’ brand, the concept of ‘obey more’ is meant to make us think a bit more deeply about current events and consequences,” commented Martin.
After developing and drawing the concept, Martin handed the art off to Fairey who letterpressed his art on top (letterpress is a process that prints from an ink-raised surface to create a very crisp, high-quality image).
Additionally, here is an image of Martin’s 27-point Future of Art manifesto reminding us collectively to ask: What and who is art for?
The exhibit runs through June 4th at Subliminal Projects, 1331 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA.
More images of the exhibit below...
