The foundational compatibility comes through between “Rituals of Resilience” and the diverse interpretations of Blackness in the exhibit. In a unique approach, Mkali drew inspiration from the research he did on each visual artist’s process of creation instead of from their finished product. Well known artists such as Tish Jones, Muja Messiah and Greg Grease are featured on the 16 tracks and the songs stand alone as powerful explorations of race and relationality separate from what hangs on Mia’s walls. QR codes linking to entire the album on streaming services are strategically placed on the walls of the gallery. The tracks are meant to supplement the exhibit.
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The music consists of poems and rap lyrics layered over a series of beats, all of which are somewhat hypnotic and calm. Perhaps the most revolutionary component of the exhibit is not physical, it’s a 50 minute album of music accompaniment also entitled “Rituals of Resilience” created by Mkali. Many of the works are on view for the first time ever. The diversity of materials the show is remarkable, with entry points accessible and poignant for any kind of community member.
Almost all of the works are two dimensional, including quilts, needlework, collage, print, oil paint and more. Identity, spirituality, trauma, pain, joy and power are just a few of the themes on display in the 28 pieces of art. “Rituals of Resilience” opened in March 2021 and will be on view until February 2022. In galleries 373 and 374 of the Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia) sits a historic art exhibit: “Rituals of Resilience.” A multimedia showcase of inventive art mediums, the exhibit is co-curated by Mia’s Curator and Head of Contemporary Art Gabriel Ritter and artist Chaka Mkali (also known as I Self Devine). Photo courtesy of Minneapolis Institute of Art. Oil, pastel, acrylic, photo transfer and fabric on canvas. Novem“Ellen Barlow” (2019) by Leslie Barlow.
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