Tides that Bind
A Tribute to Esther Rolle
Original Works Submission for Esther Rolle Centennial Life Celebration
African American Research Library Cultural Center ( AARLC)
Series Name : Garden of My Mind
These works are inspired by recordings from Savoy Records in the Original voice of Esther Rolle
Tides that Bind is a triptych painting that embodies a feeling of reverence, gratitude and respect for those who have contributed to our lives, especially those who have come before us. This triptych is part of a greater body of work, titled "Song to The Elders "; as a tribute to Esther Rolle, renowned entertainer and civil rights activist.
" An individual force for equality and rainmaker for African Americans in the Arts."
This body of work represents and abstraction with 3d media and technlogy.le.NColor is midnight blue with ocean highlights embellished with gold wires in the tide.Need something different color, size or an original creation inspired from Yvette Michele. Feel free to give her a call954-372-0096
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November 8, 2020, marks what would have been Esther Rolle’s 100th birthday.
Her indelible mark of film, stage, and television are even more significant because in her the Black community locally, nationally, and even internationally saw in her their wives, mothers, aunties, and sisters.
To celebrate the life and legacy of Esther Rolle, the African American Research Library and Cultural Center (AARLCC) in collaboration with various community partners held a centennial celebration in her honor. An integral part of the celebration included the grand opening of an exhibition of curated archival artifacts from the Esther Rolle Collection housed at AARLCC.
Alongside the archival artifacts was original artwork that spoke to the impact and legacy of Esther Rolle, Pompano’s native daughter who brought acclaim to our region as a history making, award winning actress and humanitarian. Best known for her role on the television sitcom Good Times, in our collective consciousness, Esther Rolle has come to epitomize the idea of the black matriarch
Mixed Media
Poured Acrylic on Canvas
Brass and Technology Elements
20" x 50"
This work is created with acrylic on canvas floater frame. Symbolically adorned with brass and technology elements that embody and abstraction of Esther's characteristics. The three panels measure 20″x 48″ inches each.
