Born in Portland, OR, 1953
Lives and works in Syracuse, NY
For more than 25 years, Carrie Mae Weems has explored themes of race, gender relations, and family history in her installations. Recently, the award-winning visual artist teamed up with the critically acclaimed jazz pianist Geri Allen on Flying toward the Sound (2010). Weems produced images and videos for Allen’s amazing solo piano excursions.
Biographical information courtesy of: Corcoran Gallery of Art and Rubell Family Collection