Through painting and traditional quilting techniques, Chicago artist Jim S. Smoote II explores the beauty of portraiture and Black representation. Smoote combines humor with contemporary urban and pop culture references to create provocative commentaries.
Jim Smoote, Matthew, hand quilted, acrylic on cotton, silk, and machine pieced cotton, 46″ x 51″, $5,000Jim Smoote, Nas + Neil, hand quilted, acrylic on cotton, silk, and machine pieced cotton, 46″ x 46″, $5,000Jim Smoote, Rainbow Kiss, hand quilted, acrylic on cotton, silk, and machine pieced cotton, 43″ x 41″, $5,000Jim Smoote, Cool Too, hand quilted, acrylic on cotton, silk, and machine pieced cotton, 46″ x 46″, $5,000Jim Smoote, Chantelle, hand quilted, acrylic on cotton, silk, and machine pieced cotton, 46″ x 51″, $5,000Jim Smoote, Theo, hand quilted, acrylic on cotton, silk, and machine pieced cotton, 46″ x 51″, $5,000Jim Smoote, Thea, hand quilted, acrylic on cotton, silk, and machine pieced cotton, 43″ x 41″, $5,000Jim Smoote, Anok, hand quilted, acrylic on cotton, silk, and machine pieced cotton, 45″ x 48″, $5,000
Gallery Information
The Promega Spring Art Showcase: ArtScience of Innovation
Dates of Spring Exhibit March 21 – June 2, 2023
BioPharmaceutical Technology Center5445 East Cheryl Parkway, Fitchburg, WI 53711
Exhibit HoursMonday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm
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The Upcoming Summer Showcase: Threads of Joy
Symposium & Opening Reception: June 13, 2023 | 3:30-6:30 pm
Dates of Summer Exhibit June 13 – September 8, 2023