Amber Robles-Gordon: Illuminating Boundaries with Mixed Media Artistry

Welcome to another captivating episode of "The Truth in This Art"! Join host Rob Lee as he engages in an enlightening conversation with Amber Robles-Gordon, an esteemed mixed media visual artist based in Washington, DC. Amber's artistic journey encompasses the transformation of found objects and textiles into captivating assemblages, large-scale sculptures, installations, and public artwork, earning her recognition as a 2022 Sondheim Semifinalist.

In this episode, we explore:

• Amber's artistic philosophy and her unique approach to creating visual representations of her hybridism, incorporating gender, ethnicity, cultural experiences, and social perspectives into her vibrant and thought-provoking artworks.
• The profound connection between light, color, and energy in Amber's work, as she harnesses their healing power to evoke tranquility and explore the harmonious balance of feminine and masculine energies present in nature.
• The celebration of 12 years of Morton Fine Art, a renowned gallery founded by curator Amy Morton in Washington, DC, dedicated to showcasing exceptional contemporary art and fostering dialogue and exchange of original voices, with a particular focus on the artwork of the African Diaspora.

Join us as we delve into the captivating world of Amber Robles-Gordon's mixed media artistry, exploring her creative process, the significance of her hybrid identity, and the power of art to transcend boundaries and ignite transformative experiences.

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Host: Rob Lee
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
Production:

• Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel Alexis
• Edited by Daniel Alexis
• Show Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and Transistor

Photos:

• Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.
• Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.

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