The title of the exhibition “The Game Is Mine” references Lafitte’s version of his grandmother’s propensity for telling him “The game has changed” throughout his childhood - a mentality the Artist credits with keeping him focused on a path to success.
Alchemy Gallery is pleased to present The Game is Mine, a solo exhibition of new work by Dapper Bruce Lafitte. The exhibition runs March 7 - April 6 .
Born and raised in New Orleans, Hurricane Katrina made a deep impact on the young artist. While so much of his world quite literally disappeared with the passing of the storm, the ritual and resilience of his community remained – against all odds – in-tact. Lafitte’s work is a celebration of black culture. From Mardi Gras parades to marching bands, each painting represents a historic coming together – an exemplification of the kind of teamwork it takes to overcome any hell or high water that may come one's way. In each piece, the individuals that form the artist’s crowds are quite clearly depicted: equally recognized for their individuality as they are celebrated for contributing their independence to the group. Lafitte’s figures make up and become part of something so much larger than themselves. They are boundless and joyful in the face of unspeakable strife. They are – exactly, black culture.
The title of the exhibition “The Game Is Mine” references Lafitte’s version of his grandmother’s propensity for telling him “The game has changed” throughout his childhood - a mentality the Artist credits with keeping him focused on a path to success.
As all we move, quickly, into a world facing the apocalyptic challenges of climate change, the enemy becomes more common every day. We ought to take notes from Lafitte, and realize what power we have in facing that enemy together.
