Anthony Gordon Shadrach is a Canadian artist and educator based in Toronto. Shadrach is known for exploring the semiotics of dress and its impact on culture, in particular the intersection and codification of race and fashion through his painting and textile based work. Born and raised in Brampton to Dominican and Trinidadian parents, Shadrach's work frequently engages themes of Blackness in Canada, the African Diaspora, and masculinity.
Early life and education
editShadrach was born in Brampton, Ontario and was educated at OCAD University and Niagara University.[1]
Notable shows and exhibitions
editShadrach started painting casually in 2013 exploring different forms of figurative painting and portraiture. His early paintings did not include the faces of the sitters, enabling the viewer to interpret their race, gender, and sexuality through solely drawing on their own experiences and preconceptions. He initially exhibited his work through public spaces including cafes, public art fairs, and small group shows.
- Pride and Prejudice (2017) and Visceral (2018), Black Artists' Network and Dialogue, Toronto, Ontario[2][3]
- Here We Are Here: Canadian Black Contemporary Art - Royal Ontario Museum 2018,[4][5][6] Montreal 2018,[7] and Halifax 2019[8]
- Net Worth and Net Worth+ at United Contemporary Gallery, Toronto, Ontario 2020[9]
- Trade at United Contemporary Gallery, Toronto, Ontario, 2021[10]
- History is Rarely Black or White, Agnes Etherington Art Centre, Queens University, Kingston, Ontario, 2021/22 -External Links[11] [12]
Notable collections
edit- Art Gallery of Hamilton
- The Wedge Collection[13]
- The Tonya and Ato Wright Art Collection[14]
References
edit- ^ "Info/CV". Gordon Shadrach. Retrieved 2022-01-04.
- ^ These Portraits Call Out Dangerous Assumptions About Black Men, retrieved 2022-01-04
- ^ Seward, Edward (2019-12-18). "Gordon Shadrach: Portrait of the Artist as a Leader". Ed Seaward. Archived from the original on 2022-01-04. Retrieved 2022-01-04.
- ^ "Here We Are Here: Black Canadian Contemporary Art". Royal Ontario Museum. Retrieved 2022-01-04.
- ^ Whyte, Murray (2018-01-28). "New show returns ROM to African-Canadian issues — and scores a provocative success". The Toronto Star. ISSN 0319-0781. Retrieved 2022-01-04.
- ^ Reinventing Museums, retrieved 2022-01-04
- ^ "Here We Are Here: Black Canadian Contemporary Art". www.mbam.qc.ca. Retrieved 2022-01-04.
- ^ "Here We Are Here: Black Canadian Contemporary Art | Art Gallery of Nova Scotia". www.artgalleryofnovascotia.ca. Retrieved 2022-01-04.
- ^ Andersen, Phil (March 5, 2020). "Interview with Gordon Shadrach at United Contemporary – ARTORONTO". Retrieved 2022-01-04.
- ^ Armstrong, Byron. "You Have To See This Stunning New Exhibit From Gordon Shadrach". byblacks.com. Archived from the original on 2022-01-03. Retrieved 2022-01-04.
- ^ "History Is Rarely Black or White". Agnes Etherington Art Centre. Retrieved 2022-01-04.
- ^ Calahan, April (November 30, 2021). "Creators of History is Rarely Black or White: Fashion …". Podchaser. Retrieved 2022-01-04.
- ^ "S". The Wedge Collection. Retrieved 2022-01-04.
- ^ "How to Collect "Images of Affirmation"". Larry's List. Retrieved 2022-01-04.