2020 artist in residence: jaiye farrell

Although Jaiye’s residency was disrupted by the pandemic, he preserved and made big moves. Learn more about Jaiye and the outcomes of his residency.

artist statement

IG: @dawnjaiye

I like creating on a black canvas, because nonlinear line patterns disrupt the void while also constructing the whole of the piece—and it’s continual, intentional, it weaves a narrative together that I have in my mind that remains subjective to the viewer. When people interact with my art, I hope it sparks something for them. Oftentimes, people tell me that they see something moving in my work, or they see an image that is unique to their experience. That’s pareidolia: the mind perceiving familiarity in a realm where it does not exist. However, something is created out of this abstraction that’s personal to them. This interaction with my artwork promotes an experience that no longer conveys just a mental state of thought but a physical embodiment of perception.

curbside chronicle

In 2019, Bruce Waight expanded and opened a second location inside of the Homeless Alliance Day Shelter. He also launched the Hair Collaborative; a collective of hair care professionals who volunteer their time to provide barbering services to the clients at the day shelter. The Curbside Chronicle, Oklahoma’s street paper created to provide both a voice and employment opportunities for people who are experiencing and at risk of homelessness, did a cover story over the project and Jaiye designed the artwork for the cover. Hundreds of copies of the magazine were distributed by Curbside Vendors throughout the OKC area.

ROOTED X JAIYE FARRELL LIMITED EDITION DRIP

Jaiye and Rooted collaborated to design a limited edition sweater for the colder months. Jaiye is Rooted’s first artist to do apparel! Each sweater sold out.