$500.00
Artist: Nadine Shillingford
About the Artist
22.5 x 19 x 1
(H x W x D, inches)
Medium: Charcoal and pastel on paper
In stock
Description
This charcoal and pastel drawing captures a woman mid-song, her voice implied through an open expression and a sense of movement in her posture. The richness of charcoal grounds her figure, while vibrant pastels energize her colorful dress, transforming sound into visual rhythm. The contrast between dark and color suggests both strength and vulnerability, discipline and freedom. Aligned with the theme “Global Voices, Local Heart,” the piece reflects how singing operates as a universal language rooted in personal and cultural memory. Her song feels expansive, shaped by influences beyond borders, yet intimate and familiar, echoing community spaces, shared histories, and lived experience. The drawing celebrates the idea that global expression gains meaning through local identity, reminding us that every powerful voice carries the imprint of home.
Other work from this artist:
Mosaic of Play and Sound
Nashville Proud
NOTE: The artwork will remain on display in the Soundwaves Gallery through the end of the 2026 Season. We will contact purchasers at the conclusion of the season (November/December 2026) to make arrangements for local pickup of your purchase. If you have any questions, contact us at info@abcnashville.org.
