In this episode of #MFAminute, @gioswaby discusses “New Growth Second Chapter 3” and its corresponding series, which honors the beauty, skill, and creativity of Black hair. “A pervasive colonial standard of beauty can overwhelm us with trauma and shame connected to our hair,” Swaby writes. “This series is a way for me to contribute to the continued efforts of repositioning Black hair as a beautiful extension of ourselves to be cared for with love and held in the highest regard.” ✨ ”Gio Swaby: Fresh Up” is on view #AtTheMFA through October 9: https://bit.ly/mfafreshup Exhibition made possible in part by generous support from @thestuartsociety, @pncbank, @gobiofffoundation, Sonia Raymund Foundation Inc., James G. Sweeny, and Garth Family Foundation. Contributing support provided by @stpetefl and the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture, the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, and @neaarts. Media Partners: @tampabaytimes @wusfpublicmedia Gio Swaby, “New Growth Second Chapter 3”, 2021, Thread and fabric sewn on canvas, Collection of Claire Oliver and Ian Rubinstein #WorldAfroDay #FreshUpMFA #GioSwaby #GioSwabyFreshUp #BahamianArt #supportblackartists #blackhair #stpeteart #stpetersburgfl #tampaart #textileart #contemporarytextiles #embroidery #artfeature #soloexhibition #floridamuseums