Shaunie Berry
Your Light Illuminates the World
Portraits by artist Shaunie Berry
Exhibition Date: Winter 2023
In early 2023, artist Shaunie Berry created space for artistic exchange as residents used laundry, food, and showers at Crossroads Mobile Services in Northglenn. Every week, Shaunie arrived with open ears and art supplies in hand. She listened as residents shared their stories and used artmaking to affirm each participant’s creativity and unique form of self-expression.
The portrait series “Aura” is a reflection on her experiences. The colors in each painting represent the aura or vibe of the people she came to know. “Aura” is an energetic exchange honoring these individuals. “Aura” and other works by Shaunie will be on view through January.
About Shaunie Berry
Shaunie Berry creates multi-layered portraits that capture the extraordinary essence of individuals as they move through their daily lives. Personal experience, growth, spirituality, and pride are common themes in her work. Shaunie uses her MA in Public Health to integrate health promotion within her art practice. As Art Education Manager at RedLine Contemporary Art Center, she runs community advocacy programs. Originally from Kansas City, MO, she is the descendant of black country folk whose elders passed down a love of growing food, nature, gardening, and remembering one’s roots. Learn more about Shaunie.
This program is funded in part by SCFD.
