Above: Artist Aneesah Rahmaan
The Kresge Gallery at Lyon College is hosting “This Woman’s Work,” an exhibition showcasing the artwork of Aneesah Rahmaan, until Nov. 22. A reception is set for Thursday, Nov. 14, from 5 to 6:30 p.m., featuring an artist talk by Rahmaan at 5:30 p.m.
Rahmaan is a Little Rock-based artist who has been creating art throughout her life. A graduate of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock with both undergraduate and master’s degrees, she currently works as a programs director and director of curation.
According to a release from the college, Rahmaan’s identity is deeply influenced by her diverse life experiences and her culture, heritage and traditions. She often draws inspiration from her family, with many of her portraits reflecting likenesses of her loved ones.
Rahmaan is represented at The ARTSpace on Main in Pine Bluff and at Art DeCentrale in Springdale. Her artwork has been exhibited across the state, including venues such as Brandon House Cultural and Performing Arts Center and INTERFORM. She is also a former art teacher at Mohammed Schools in Little Rock and has been featured in several publications, including the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, The Idle Class Magazine and Women’s United Art Movement Magazine.
“My artwork primarily reflects cultural elements emphasizing components that contribute to and blend African American culture,” Rahmaan said in an artist statement. “’This Woman’s Work’ explores themes of the strong African American woman and women who have contributed to the rich history and legacy of Black women in the United States. These images were created to induce memories that may be delightful or painful. The use of colorful lines serves to emphasize certain factors and to draw attention when viewing the art. This collection was created to teach some history as well as take the viewer on a stroll down memory lane.”
The exhibition and reception are free and open to the public. Kresge Gallery hours are Monday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Tuesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
“Labels” by Aneesah Rahmaan
Images provided by Lyon College
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