Susan Smith-Pinelo | |
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Born | Laie, Hawaii, United States |
Nationality | American |
Alma mater | Oberlin College (BFA), Columbia University (MFA) |
Known for | contemporary art, video |
Susan Smith-Pinelo is an African-American artist noted for her work in video and performance. She lives and works in Washington, DC.[1]
Smith-Pinelo received a B.F.A. from Oberlin College in 1991.[2] She received a M.F.A. from Columbia University[3] in 2000.
Susan Smith-Pinelo's work challenges conceptions of black identity and gender in rap music,[4] and is particularly concerned with questioning the misogyny of the genre.[5] For example, her 2001 Studio Museum in Harlem installation Sometimes has a close-up video of a black woman's breasts with a necklace saying "ghetto" around her neck dancing to music which sounds through the museum. Sometimes plays with form in order to "confront perceptions of black identity and femininity."[6]
Among the honors which Susan Smith-Pinelo has earned are:
Joan Sovern Sculpture Award (1999)[2]
Susan Smith-Pinelo’s work has been featured in exhibitions at numerous galleries and institutions including:[7]
Smith-Pinelo's work is held in permanent collections including:[2]