BIO

Shawnequa Linder is a curator, photographer, and visual artist based in Omaha, Nebraska. She obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Studio Arts from Bellevue University in 2006. Her artistic practice investigates the dynamic interplay between chaos and harmony, manifested through nontraditional approaches to landscape and portraiture, utilizing a combination of bold color palettes and unconventional materials. Linder's work has been showcased in multiple solo and group exhibitions, including notable venues such as the Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts, the Museum of Nebraska Art, Gallery 1516, and the Fred Simon Gallery.

ARTIST STATEMENT

My research investigates the dynamic relationships between chaos and harmony, particularly as they pertain to nontraditional landscape and portrait compositions utilizing a blend of textures and colors. I am particularly interested in the interaction of light and shadow within my works, which contribute to depth perception and emotional resonance for the observer. Additionally, I explore various techniques and materials, thereby expanding the confines of conventional artistic practices to elicit a sense of wonder and curiosity. The objective of my work is to challenge the viewer's conception of beauty and to inspire a re-evaluation of their perception of the world through my artistic expressions.