Rosa Joy

Fire Body Bather, oil on canvas, 30x40in

The concept of nurturing takes on a multi-layered significance in Lyndy Bazile’s exhibition Rosa Joy, showing through September in the Speck Gallery. Bazile not only pays homage to the enduring bond between a mother and her child but also celebrates the potential of art to heal, connect, and explore the depths of our emotions and heritage.

Rosa Joy is a testament to the power of art as a conduit for emotions, healing, and cultural reconnection. The collection spans three years of Baziel’s journey and captures the essence of enduring maternal love, and transforms it into a tribute of creative energy. The origins of this journey, rooted in the aftermath of a deeply personal loss, demonstrate the beautiful ways that art can be a means of both catharsis and celebration. 

Wade no.2, oil on panel, 8x8in

Lyndy Bazile’s decision to channel her grief into her studio practice is an example of how art can provide solace and serve as a bridge between the tangible and the intangible. 

Blue Body Bather, oil on canvas, 30x40in

Rosa Joy goes beyond personal grief to embrace a broader narrative of cultural reclamation. Bazile’s exploration of her Haitian ancestry, driven by the same artistic coping mechanism, underscores the power of art to bridge emotional and cultural distances. As a half-Haitian artist living outside of Haiti, she grapples with feelings of cultural disconnection. Through her creations, she discovers a way to resurrect the stories and styles of her ancestors, breathing new life into her heritage. 

Citadelle: Ancestors Say, mixed media on panel, 26x77in

The exhibit’s diverse collection of works reveal Bazile’s versatility and artistic depth. This journey through loss, love, and reconnection invites viewers to reflect on the universal themes of memory and identity.