About this Event
TITLE IX: RELAY
MAY 3 - JUNE 29, 2024
(In the Back Gallery)
Opening Reception: Friday, May 3rd, 6-9pm
Artist Talk: June 7th
Curated by: Eric Murphy
Title IX: Relay" emerges as an immersive photographic art series, a tribute pulsating with the unyielding spirit of women's sports and the indomitable determination of female athletes. This collection, birthed from the artist's journey as a former Division-I student-athlete at Southern Illinois University Carbondale and later at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, undergoes a metamorphosis through her post-collegiate years as a semi-professional athlete training in the Bay Area, evolving through personal experiences into a vision for the future.
The genesis of this exhibition resonates globally, mirroring monumental milestones within women's sports, such as the establishment of Oakland Soul, Oakland's inaugural female soccer club, and the parallel developments in the artist's hometown of Kansas City, Missouri, with the rise of KC Current and the inauguration of the first women's sports stadium in the world. Beyond personal narrative, "Title IX: Relay" serves as a resounding beacon, amplifying the aspirations of forthcoming generations of female athletes.
Central to these compelling artworks lies the very essence of Title IX—a pioneering legislation sparking parity for women in educational sports programs since 1972. This series embodies the artist's unwavering commitment to sculpting a vibrant sports panorama, cultivating innovation, embracing diversity, and authentically representing women within the athletic arena. It stands as a tribute to the relentless efforts of numerous girls and women, ceaselessly dismantling barriers and forging pathways toward an inclusive and progressive future. This resounding message echoes the collective triumph of those pioneering progress in the realm of sports.
Joyce Gordon Gallery is a commercial fine art gallery located in the downtown district of Oakland, California. It exhibits art that reflects the social and cultural diversity of the Bay Area and international artists. The aim of the gallery is to respect the creative pursuits of the individual and seeks to make such work accessible to a broad audience. IG/FB @Joycegordongallery406 14th St., Oakland, Ca. 94612 | Wed - Sat 1 - 6pm | http://www.joycegordon.gallery
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
14th Street & Broadway, 406 14th St, Oakland, United States
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