Scene on Radio My White Friends (Seeing White, Part 12)
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Jul 12, 2017 Chenjerai Kumanyika, a media scholar probing race and whiteness, teams up with Myra Greene, an art professor renowned for her photography that explores identity. They dive into Greene's unique approach to capturing whiteness through photography. The duo discusses the complexities of racial identity and representation in art. Humorous anecdotes from a golfing experience reveal cultural stereotypes, while personal stories about interracial friendships highlight the intricacies of race within communities. Their insightful conversation challenges conventional narratives around race.
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Markedness and Whiteness
- Whiteness is often unmarked and considered the norm, while other races are marked as different.
- This concept of markedness applies to various social institutions like churches and schools.
Myra Greene's Shift in Focus
- Myra Greene, an African-American photographer, shifted her focus from portraying blackness to exploring whiteness.
- This change was inspired by a conversation with a white friend who claimed not to think about race.
Myra Greene's Friendships
- Myra Greene attended predominantly white schools and formed friendships with white individuals who shared her open-mindedness.
- She prioritizes starting with trust but walks away from relationships that exhibit racial insensitivity.
