Dominique Greene
Statement
As a graphic designer and video artist, my creative compass is fixed on the rich tapestry of Black womanhood. Each composition serves as a celebration and an invitation, sparking conversations and highlighting narratives often overlooked in mainstream discourse. With every project, I aim to amplify the voices and stories of Black women, offering a space for empowerment, representation, and reflection. With a multi-channel video projection, my thesis exhibition piece will spark discussions about the realities of Black girlhood through the lens of Black womanhood.
Black girls are confronted with the adversity of being denied innocence and the right to a childhood in American society. This issue has historical origins but manifests in modern times with Black girls being systematically over-sexualized, over-policed, and overlooked. Young Black women, intimately familiar with this cultural landscape having existed as little Black girls, become the most vigilant observers of this injustice, passionately championing the protection of Black girls.
With this piece, I carve out a sanctuary where Black girls can rediscover the essence of childhood, shielded from the prying eyes of society. Additionally, I also honor the lineage of Black women becoming the staunchest protectors of Black girlhood.
Bio
Dominique Greene (b. 2001, Birmingham, AL) is a multidisciplinary artist currently pursuing her BA from Vanderbilt University (2024) in Studio Art. She plans to pursue an MFA in the Fall of 2025 and hopes to develop her career as a practicing artist and college art professor.
Her work serves as a powerful platform to shed light on the challenges and triumphs inherent in the lived experiences of Black women while imbuing her creations with a profound sense of empowerment. Through her practice, which encompasses video art and graphic design, Greene skillfully navigates the intersection of art and social commentary.
Drawing inspiration from influential video and feminist art movements, as well as the groundbreaking works of esteemed Black artists like Lorna Simpson, Arthur Jafa, and Mickalene Thomas, Greene crafts compositions that are both visually striking and thematically rich. Her bold and graphic approach captivates viewers, inviting them to engage deeply with the complexities of race, gender, and identity in contemporary society.
