"These photos are an experimentation visual inspired by process art. Continuing the use of Watermelon imagery - I used watermelons as a symbol of truly learning your history and owning your narrative. First presented as 31 Watercolor paintings in a show at Portland Art Museum - these pictures of Watermelons were actually a piece I bit, photographed and kept during an artist in residency in May. Paired with flowers - the flower photographs were taken on walks around the neighborhood and a reminder to be present - it’s a form of self care. Watermelons with flowers pays homage to any black person plagued not just the Watermelon stereotype but any false narrative for that matter - with hopes of starting conversations to question ingrained stories in everyday society."

Christine Miller

“This collection celebrates daydreaming, community, growth and communication. It is inspired by my parents, by the connections I’ve made and growing I’ve done despite the pandemic, and by my hopes and dreams for a more luscious future where I can be in community with all of my loved ones from the past, present and future. Much like all of my work, at its core, the collection aims to display and celebrate Black bodies.”

Nia Musiba