Title: Lemonade: Self-Portrait
Artist: Dionna Bright
Medium: Archival Pigment Print
Dimensions: 16inx20in
Year: 2021
 
 
Granny passed away in April 2021. My childhood memories of community love are intertwined with family gatherings at her house during holidays and celebrations. Granny's kitchen table, laden with a variety of southern meals, was the focal point and we’d all eat, drink and commune. These are memories that I treasure greatly. Despite the challenges of raising eight children in a modest 2-bedroom home during segregation, Granny’s place served as the backdrop for these gatherings, a safe place that fostered family, life and love. This self-portrait serves as a tribute to Granny's resilient spirit, showcasing how she turned challenges into opportunities throughout her life.