Joyce J. Scott is a sculptor, installation and performance artist who uses traditional craft techniques to explore contemporary issues. Known for her intricate beadwork, she transforms everyday materials into powerful statements about race, sex, and politics.
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Welcome to the Baltimore Museum of Art's digital guide for "Fashioning Consciousness," featuring the extraordinary work of Joyce J. Scott.
Joyce J. Scott is a Baltimore-born sculptor, quilter, installation and performance artist whose work has been transforming the art world for over four decades.
In this exhibition, you'll experience Scott's intricate beadwork, mixed-media sculptures, and powerful installations that confront issues of race, class, gender, and violence with both humor and unflinching honesty.
Scott learned traditional crafts from her mother, Elizabeth Talford Scott, a renowned quilter. She transformed these heritage techniques into a distinctly contemporary artistic language.
As you move through this guide, you'll hear from the artist herself, along with curators and scholars who help illuminate the profound impact of her work.
Press play on each stop to begin the audio, or read the transcript at your own pace. You can also download transcripts for offline reading.
Let's begin our journey into Joyce J. Scott's remarkable artistic vision.
