Gordon Shadrach

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Anthony Gordon Shadrach is a Canadian artist and educator based in Toronto. Shadrach is known for exploring the semiotics of dress and its impact on culture, in particular the intersection and codification of race and fashion through his painting and textile based work. Born and raised in Brampton to Dominican and Trinidadian parents, Shadrach's work frequently engages themes of Blackness in Canada, the African Diaspora, and masculinity.

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Early life and education

Shadrach was born in Brampton, Ontario and was educated at OCAD University and Niagara University. [1]

Notable shows and exhibitions

Shadrach started painting casually in 2013 exploring different forms of figurative painting and portraiture. His early paintings did not include the faces of the sitters, enabling the viewer to interpret their race, gender, and sexuality through solely drawing on their own experiences and preconceptions. He initially exhibited his work through public spaces including cafes, public art fairs, and small group shows.

Notable collections

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  2. ↑ These Portraits Call Out Dangerous Assumptions About Black Men , retrieved 2022-01-04
  3. ↑ Seward, Edward (2019-12-18). "Gordon Shadrach: Portrait of the Artist as a Leader". Ed Seaward. Retrieved 2022-01-04.
  4. ↑ "Here We Are Here: Black Canadian Contemporary Art". Royal Ontario Museum. Retrieved 2022-01-04.
  5. ↑ Whyte, Murray (2018-01-28). "New show returns ROM to African-Canadian issues — and scores a provocative success". The Toronto Star. ISSN   0319-0781 . Retrieved 2022-01-04.
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  7. ↑ "Here We Are Here: Black Canadian Contemporary Art". www.mbam.qc.ca. Retrieved 2022-01-04.
  8. ↑ "Here We Are Here: Black Canadian Contemporary Art | Art Gallery of Nova Scotia". www.artgalleryofnovascotia.ca. Retrieved 2022-01-04.
  9. ↑ Andersen, Phil (March 5, 2020). "Interview with Gordon Shadrach at United Contemporary – ARTORONTO" . Retrieved 2022-01-04.
  10. ↑ Armstrong, Byron. "You Have To See This Stunning New Exhibit From Gordon Shadrach". byblacks.com. Retrieved 2022-01-04.
  11. ↑ "History Is Rarely Black or White". Agnes Etherington Art Centre. Retrieved 2022-01-04.
  12. ↑ Calahan, April (November 30, 2021). "Creators of History is Rarely Black or White: Fashion …". Podchaser. Retrieved 2022-01-04.
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