The work of Shinique Smith is a vivid explosion that reflects a wide array of the artist’s

The work of Shinique Smith is a vivid explosion that reflects a wide array of the artist’s personal interests and experiences. Influenced by everything from graffiti and Japanese calligraphy to metaphysical spirituality and the rituals of burgeoning womanhood, Smith seeks to express the universality of the human experience in good times and bad, utilizing items that include found objects and used clothing. Materials about the artist and her work are available for viewing at the Ryerson & Burnham Libraries, including the 2016 publication Shinique Smith: Wonder and Rainbows.