This week we speak to fine artist Nina Chanel Abney. Nina has been receiving global recognition for her paintings that speak to pop culture and political commentary. Between her many magazine interviews (like on Essence.com, Paper, W, and Glamour magazines), a show wrapping up tomorrow at the Fredericks and Freiser Gallery and an installation at the Brooklyn Museum of Art, Nina takes some time to answer Fly 10 Questions.
How old were you when you first discovered your talent?
I was five years old when I discovered my talent. I would copy known cartoon characters, but place them in my own scenes.
What space or institution would you love to have your work exhibited, and why?
It's definitely a tie between MOMA (New York) and The Centre Pompidou in Paris. They both have amazing contemporary art collections, they also draw in people from all walks of life, from all over the world, so I would be able to expose my work to new audiences. And because of their abundance of space, they could accommodate large works, and therefore I could paint without any size restrictions. And then there's the obvious...they are both in great cities! [[read on]]
