These sculptures were made by Murjoni Merriweather, she is a Baltimore-based sculptor and MICA (Maryland Institute College of Art) graduate with a B.A. in Ceramics and Film who creates expressive clay busts and figures celebrating Black culture, natural hairstyles, and lived experiences.
Her "grow bottom" sculptures appear to emerge directly from surfaces, featuring detailed elements like intricate braids, locs, afros, gold grills, and jewellery to challenge European beauty standards and counter stereotypes.
Merriweather's work has been exhibited at venues including the Walters Art Museum, Rubell Museum, and group shows on hip-hop and contemporary art. She draws from real people to give each piece it's own spirit and personality.
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