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COLORING OUTSIDE THE LINES: LEX MARIE’S CREATIVE PURPOSE

podcast March 28, 2025

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On this episode of The Truth In This Art, I’m excited to share my conversation with Lex Marie, a DC-based multidisciplinary artist whose powerful work I’ve been eager to explore for years. Lex creates compelling paintings, sculptures, and installations that reflect personal experiences and deeply resonate with the African diaspora, often using everyday and reclaimed materials.   

We explore Lex’s creative process, from her early creative explorations as a child (where she was known for coloring outside the lines with purpose!) to her pivotal decision to pursue painting in college and her impactful first solo exhibition in 2021. Lex shares her insights on the courage it takes to create art that addresses personal experiences and societal challenges, including the weighty realities of childhood for many African American children and children of color, systemic challenges, and her experience as a mother to a young Black boy in America.

This conversation is more than just an interview; it’s an insightful look into the motivations and inspirations behind her thought-provoking pieces and the importance of authenticity in artistic expression.

This episode was recorded at Eaton DC, my creative home away from home, a hotel that’s also a vibrant cultural center. 

If you’re interested in contemporary art, the power of artistic expression, or stories that matter, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in and discover the compelling and authentic work of Lex Marie.

Host: Rob Lee
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
Production:

  • Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel Alexis
  • Edited by Daniel Alexis
  • Show Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and Transistor

Photos:

  • Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.
  • Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.

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