Acrylic and Oil on Canvas
40 inches x 30 inches x 2.5 inches
$7,500
Biography
Shara Mays (she/her) is an African-American visual artist who creates paintings which take the shape and form of both landscape and intuitive figuration. Her works are performances of both subconscious motions and are in constant conversation with the natural world seen throughout Northern California. Originally from Princeville, North Carolina, her art practice represents an evolution of narrative, from a focus on literal, southern landscapes, and family struggles, to chasing freedom through the act of painting. She received her BFA degree from The Corcoran College of Art and Design at George Washington University, and her MFA in Painting from the San Francisco Art Institute. Recent shows include solo shows at Mehari Sequar in Washington, DC and Chandran Gallery in San Francisco. Select group shows include LatchKey Gallery in New York, Green Family Art Foundation in Dallas, and the de Young Museum in San Francisco. Residencies include the Vermont Studio Center, Meta Open Arts, and the Headlands Center for the Arts. Her work is included in both public and private collections, including the International African American Museum, the Green Family Art Foundation, and Art in Embassies.
Thoughts on Djerassi Resident Artist Program
As both a working artist as well as a trustee of Djerassi, I am committed to the Djerassi Resident Artists Program and its path forward towards both sustainability and equity.
The program has been a strong proponent of ensuring there’s room for all perspectives in the arts and sciences. I chose to be a Board Member because of this.
www.sharamays.com
instagram: @sharamays