Amber Robles-Gordon: Illuminating Boundaries with Mixed Media Artistry
Welcome to another captivating episode of "The Truth in This Art"! Join host Rob Lee as he engages in an enlightening conversation with Amber Robles-Gordon, an esteemed mixed media visual artist based in Washington, DC. Amber's artistic journey encompasses the transformation of found objects and textiles into captivating assemblages, large-scale sculptures, installations, and public artwork, earning her recognition as a 2022 Sondheim Semifinalist.
In this episode, we explore:
- Amber's artistic philosophy and her unique approach to creating visual representations of her hybridism, incorporating gender, ethnicity, cultural experiences, and social perspectives into her vibrant and thought-provoking artworks.
- The profound connection between light, color, and energy in Amber's work, as she harnesses their healing power to evoke tranquility and explore the harmonious balance of feminine and masculine energies present in nature.
- The celebration of 12 years of Morton Fine Art, a renowned gallery founded by curator Amy Morton in Washington, DC, dedicated to showcasing exceptional contemporary art and fostering dialogue and exchange of original voices, with a particular focus on the artwork of the African Diaspora.
Join us as we delve into the captivating world of Amber Robles-Gordon's mixed media artistry, exploring her creative process, the significance of her hybrid identity, and the power of art to transcend boundaries and ignite transformative experiences.
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Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard.
Episode illustration by Alley Kid Art.
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If you have a story about art, culture, or community, share it with us at rob@thetruthinthisart.com for a chance to be featured on 'The Truth In This Art' podcast.
Follow The Truth In This Art on Twitter, Threads, IG, and Facebook @truthinthisart
Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard.
Episode illustration by Alley Kid Art.
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Rob Lee
The Truth In This Art is an interview series featuring artists, entrepreneurs and tastemakers in & around Baltimore.
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Amber Robles-Gordon
Amber Robles-Gordon, an esteemed mixed media visual artist based in Washington, DC.