This chapter explores the transition of an artist from Pratt to Yale, focusing on the significant influence of faculty and the lessons learned during a summer residency. It delves into the complexities of pursuing an art career while ensuring financial stability, highlighting the role of mentorship and the importance of education in maintaining artistic passion.
Known for her elaborate paintings composed of rhinestones, acrylic, and enamel, Mickalene Thomas draws on art history and popular culture to create a contemporary vision of female sexuality, beauty, and power.