Image above: Left - Tariku Shiferaw, Tearz (Wu-Tang), 2019, spray paint, iridescent film, mylar, vinyl, 48 x 36 inches,⠀Photo by Dario Lasagni, courtesy of the artist. Right - Tajh Rust, -nation (Hyphenation), 2016, acrylic on nylon, 60 x 36 inches, edition of 5, Photo by NURTUREart, courtesy of the artist.⠀
An independent, activist-oriented platform, For Which It Stands spotlighted contemporary artists using the iconic American flag, loaded with centuries of convoluted history and exclusion, to create new symbols of national identity. Launched by the Ford Foundation Gallery and presented by Assembly Room, this initiative by curators Emily Alesandrini, Natasha Becker, and Eileen Jeng Lynch featured talks, performances, and presentations of artworks in physical and online spaces.
For Which It Stands engaged different artists and curators in virtual and real time conversations and initiatives from October 5, 2020 through December 5, 2020.
ARTISTS
Anthony Akinbola
Donna Bassin
Sanford Biggers
Mel Chin
Abigail DeVille
Tasha Dougé
June Edmonds
Jeffrey Gibson
daaPo réo
Tajh Rust
Tariku Shiferaw
Kiyan Williams
Sandy Williams IV
Stephanie J. Woods
Go to forwhichitstands.art to explore the various programs.