Family First: Who Am I?

In this workshop, explore the journey of self-discovery inspired by Christopher Myers' exhibition, Please Trouble Carry Me, currently on view at the Gantt. Using alcohol ink to emulate fluid motion, participants will express themselves like water. Layering acrylic paint atop the ink, different facets of identity will be symbolized, followed by words written with paint pens, reflecting the poetic inspiration from Myers' work.

Ultimately, the final artwork will either represent identity or pose the timeless question of "Who am I?". Participants will use a range of materials, including acrylic paint, paint palette, brushes, alcohol ink, canvas, and paint marker pens. Techniques such as dabbing, blending, stirring, or flattening with the paint palette will be utilized to spread paint over the ink.

Family First is presented by Novant Health

DeNeer Davis, a Charlotte native, transitioned from pursuing a career in basketball to embracing art after an ACL injury. She is a multifaceted individual, excelling as an educator, muralist, speaker, and sneaker artist. Davis is passionate about using art as a means of self-expression, sparking dialogue, and advocating for underrepresented voices. Her extensive portfolio includes teaching K-8 arts and crafts, contributing to significant community projects like Black Lives Matter murals, and collaborating with organizations such as Credit Karma, Charlotte Hornets, and Carolina Panthers. Davis's work has been showcased in numerous prestigious venues locally and internationally, aiming to inspire and be inspired by fellow artists, students, and communities.