The Truth In This Art: Stories That Matter #55 – Who Controls the Narrative? | Carter Wynne
Aug 5, 2025
Carter Wynne, an artist and curator from Washington, D.C., delves into her rich family history of activism that shapes her art focused on social justice. She shares her journey as a self-taught painter, harnessing emotions and personal experiences to fuel her creativity. Wynne discusses the importance of narrative ownership in art, the balance of her roles as an artist and advocate, and how genuine connections enrich her work. With a nostalgic lens, she reflects on her childhood and community ties, all while emphasizing resistance against societal pressures.
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Carter Wynne's Art Origin Story
- Carter Wynne shared her journey from law and civil rights work to becoming a self-taught artist.
- Chronic pain and burnout led her to embrace painting as therapy and ultimately a new career path.
Art as Visual Testimony
- Wynne's art explores the collision of personal grief with systemic violence and invisibility.
- Paintings act as visual testimony to resist ennui and politicized erasure.
Play as Political Resistance
- Play is a radical tool to disrupt capitalist productivity norms and sustain resistance.
- It creates space for contradictions like grief and joy, fostering emotional and cognitive resilience.
