Thought Bubbles

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By E. L. Briscoe
Curated by Jerry Truong

FEB. 10 - MAR. 12, 2023

Thought Bubbles

MAIN GALLERY

By E. L. Briscoe
Curated by Jerry Truong

FEB. 10 - MAR. 12, 2023

E.L. Briscoe's exhibition at The DC Arts Center delves into the intricate interplay between popular culture and its profound impact on society's collective worldview. Employing evocative comic book imagery and drawing inspiration from prominent African-American figures, the artist delves deep into the cognitive processes and ingrained assumptions of the audience. With a discerning eye, Briscoe critically reevaluates the media he absorbed during his formative years, questioning its profound influence on his own perceptions. In a compelling manner, the exhibition extends an earnest invitation to the viewer to actively participate in this profound dialogue and introspectively examine their relationship with media and its role in shaping their understanding of the world.

Featured Above
E.L. Briscoe
Para Dice, 2022
Oil on canvas, 46” x 58”
The DC Arts Center, Thought Bubbles, 2023
$6,000, purchase here


Featured Below

E.L. Briscoe
Id, Ego, Super Ego, 2020
Oil on birch wood, 42” x 50”
The DC Arts Center, Thought Bubbles, 2023
$6,000, purchase here

ABOUT THE EXHIBITION

ABOUT THE EXHIBITION

E.L. Briscoe's exhibition at the DC Arts Center explores the relationship between popular culture and society's understanding of the world. Using comic book imagery and referencing African-American figures, the artist delves into the thought processes and preconceived notions of his audience.

Through his art, Briscoe reexamines the media he consumed as a child and questions its influence on his perceptions, inviting the viewer to join in the conversation and consider their own relationship with media and the world around them.

Featured Above
E.L. Briscoe
Para Dice, 2022
Oil on canvas, 46” x 58”
The DC Arts Center, Thought Bubbles, 2023
$6,000, purchase here


Featured Below

E.L. Briscoe
Id, Ego, Super Ego, 2020
Oil on birch wood, 42” x 50”
The DC Arts Center, Thought Bubbles, 2023
$6,000, purchase here

Opening Celebration
Friday, February 10, 2023
7:00 PM

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Closing Reception
Sunday, March 12, 2023
6:00 PM

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Artist Talk
Sunday, February 26, 2023
3:00 PM

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EVENTS


EVENTS


Opening Celebration
Friday, February 10, 2023
7:00 PM

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Artist Talk
Sunday, February 26, 2023
3:00 PM

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Closing Reception
Sunday, March 12, 2023
6:00 PM

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E.L. Briscoe is an artist and art educator who adeptly employs captivating imagery from popular culture, notably drawing inspiration from comic books, as a means to delve into the intricate thought processes and ingrained assumptions of his audience. Through his artistry, Briscoe seeks to deftly articulate his profound reflections on society and its multifaceted nuances. His distinctive artistic lens serves as a powerful conduit for illuminating critical issues and circumstances within the societal framework, as he fervently believes in art's potent ability to communicate and effect change.

At The DC Arts Center, the exhibition Thought Bubbles unveils an engaging compilation of Briscoe's artworks, wherein he masterfully weaves together personal experiences from his formative years and the rich perspectives garnered through years of astute observation and introspection. The focal point of Briscoe's exploration lies in unraveling the complex interplay between societal phenomena and the pervasive entertainment media that significantly shapes our collective understanding of the world.

Diligently undertaking a reevaluation of the media that permeated his childhood, Briscoe methodically probes the ways in which these influences have left indelible imprints on his perceptions. His artistic endeavor is an ongoing and contemplative investigation, instigating thought-provoking inquiries while offering a composed and contemplative vantage point. Each artwork serves as an evocative continuation of this profound exploration, extending a sincere invitation to the viewer to actively engage in this introspective dialogue and to scrutinize their own connection with the media and the intricate tapestry of the world it constructs.

FROM THE CURATOR

My hope is to examine the world through my personal lens and convey my perspectives through character examination. Throughout history, people have attempted to explain why things have come to be and in many cases, fantastic characters have been created that were proposed as the cause of these "happenings". My attempt is to use a mashup of characters and personalities in an attempt to explain, clarify, and at times contradict the world around me.

FROM THE ARTIST

FROM THE ARTIST

My hope is to examine the world through my personal lens and convey my perspectives through character examination. Throughout history, people have attempted to explain why things have come to be and in many cases, fantastic characters have been created that were proposed as the cause of these "happenings". My attempt is to use a mashup of characters and personalities in an attempt to explain, clarify, and at times contradict the world around me.

FROM THE CURATOR

E.L. Briscoe is an artist and art educator who uses imagery from popular culture, particularly comic books, to explore the thought processes and preconceived notions of his audience. He aims to convey his thoughts and feelings about society through his art. He uses his own filter to point out important issues and circumstances in society that he wants to expose to people, believing that the art form is an effective way of communicating.

In his exhibition, Thought Bubbles, at The DC Arts Center, E.L. Briscoe presents a body of work that explores the ways in which he interprets and understands the world. Drawing on personal experiences from his youth, as well as the perspectives gained through years of observation and reflection, Briscoe delves into the complex relationship between societal phenomena and the entertainment media that shapes our understanding of them. Through his art, Briscoe seeks to reexamine the media he consumed as a child and to question the ways in which it has influenced his perceptions of the world. His work is an ongoing investigation, raising thought-provoking questions and offering a sense of calm perspective. Each piece serves as a continuation of this exploration, inviting the viewer to join in the conversation and to consider their own relationship with the media and the world around them.

Meet the Artist

E.L. Briscoe

ABOUT THE ARTIST

E.L. Briscoe was born in Charles County, MD, attended Charles County Public Schools and went on to attend Charles County Community College (now College of Southern MD), Morgan State University (BA, 1996), and Howard University (MFA, 1998). Briscoe is also a professor in Visual Art and the Coordinator of the Visual Arts Program in the Department of Fine and Performing Arts at Morgan State University in Baltimore, MD. and has artwork in the collections of the James E. Lewis Museum of Art, The David C. Driskell Center, the Jean and Robert Steele Collection of African American Prints and the African American Museum of Art, Dallas, TX.

Briscoe has exhibited his artwork at The James E. Lewis Museum of Art, SoWeBo Gallery, Baltimore, The Creative Alliance, Baltimore, National Black Art Show, SOHO, NY, Art-O-Matic, Washington, D.C., and others.

Meet the Artist

E.L. Briscoe

ABOUT THE ARTIST

E.L. Briscoe was born in Charles County, MD, attended Charles County Public Schools and went on to attend Charles County Community College (now College of Southern MD), Morgan State University (BA, 1996), and Howard University (MFA, 1998). Briscoe is also a professor in Visual Art and the Coordinator of the Visual Arts Program in the Department of Fine and Performing Arts at Morgan State University in Baltimore, MD. and has artwork in the collections of the James E. Lewis Museum of Art, The David C. Driskell Center, the Jean and Robert Steele Collection of African American Prints and the African American Museum of Art, Dallas, TX.

Briscoe has exhibited his artwork at The James E. Lewis Museum of Art, SoWeBo Gallery, Baltimore, The Creative Alliance, Baltimore, National Black Art Show, SOHO, NY, Art-O-Matic, Washington, D.C., and others.