ABOUT

My artwork began with the telling of my story. The story of a Black woman, a Black mother, and a Black artist. My research began with the exploration of myself and how my creation of artwork to document my personal journey has empowered me. Although my practice is currently based solely within the visual arts, the use of storytelling through imagery and process is evident in my practice.

Working at the intersections of gender identity, nonverbal storytelling, communal healing my practice delves into the narratives of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color who experience the world through the lens of womanhood, in its many complexities and presentations. 

I've been using a collage method using textiles and exotic woods to create my art. Bringing together a variety of mediums to create art speaks to my understanding that as individuals we are created from a variety of experiences and these experiences help define who we are. My practice in itself is an informal story of the artistic practices and methodologies found across the Diaspora. These narratives and histories manifest themselves physically into forms created through wood and stone carving, bronze work, and collage traditions of Black America.

Community and collaboration have, in recent years, played a crucial role in my practice. As I have moved into a practice that heavily incorporates the contemporary stories of BIPoC women, I’ve built an artistic community that heavily mirrors the richness of our narratives. 

BIOGRAPHY

As a lifelong teacher, Conyers-Hinson continues to bring arts education to underserved communities throughout the Midwest. Currently, she oversees and directs Joslyn’s Kent Bellows Mentoring Program, a space that utilizes intergenerational learning and mentorship.

Her work has been exhibited at The Kaneko, The Museum of Science & Industry, Chicago, The Union for Contemporary Art, Peninsula Museum of Art, and THE ROOM Contemporary Art Space in Venice, Italy.  

Conyers-Hinson is the recipient of the Council of American Art Society, Award for Excellence in Representational Sculpture, and the Omaha Entertainment Art Awards 2021 Outstanding 3D Artist.

She has traveled with statewide exhibitions from Sheldon Museum of Art bringing artist workshops to underserved communities throughout Nebraska. In 2018, she published her first artist book, Expressions of Black Heritage Through 50 Faces a companion book to her art installation.