TED Talks Daily The artists re-framing Chicago | Far Flung with Saleem Reshamwala
Feb 25, 2024
Amanda Williams, an artist renowned for her Colored Theory project, discusses the vibrant transformation of Chicago's neighborhoods through art. She shares insights on how colorful houses reflect community identity and address social issues. The conversation delves into the Folded Map Project, aiming to bridge divides in the city, and explores the role of place-based art in activism and social justice. Through personal stories, Williams underscores the importance of authenticity and community engagement in reshaping urban spaces.
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Folded Map Project
- Tanika Jackson's Folded Map Project photographs homes with mirrored addresses across Chicago's North and South sides.
- These photos reveal stark economic disparities between racially different neighborhoods.
Busing and Segregation
- Tanika Jackson's high school busing experience from Inglewood to the North Side highlighted racial and economic segregation.
- This personal experience fueled her desire to explore and bridge these divides through her art.
Bridging Divides
- Tanika facilitated conversations between residents of mirrored addresses, recording their interactions.
- These discussions unveiled shared interests and systemic issues hindering equal access to resources.