In conjunction with the special exhibition, Gee’s Bend: The Architecture of the Quilt the Walters will feature Linda Day Clark: The Gee’s Bend Photographs, a stunning exhibition of 25 photographs by Baltimore resident, Linda Day Clark. This series has evolved over the past six years, and includes portraits, architecture, and a sensitive look at the surroundings that have inspired the works of the quilters

Day Clark is a nationally-known artist who uses her camera as a vehicle for change. In her work, she aims to touch inform, and create relationships between her subjects and the viewer. Also a community advocate, scholar, and educator, Day Clark is currently a professor at Coppin State University, who has formerly served on the faculty of the Maryland Institute College of Art, and on the education staff of the Baltimore Museum of Art.

Linda Day Clark, Arlonzia Pettway, quilter. Gee’s Bend Series