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Joe Overstreet’s Activism Through Abstraction

Last updated: June 29, 2025 3:05 pm
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The Menil Collection in Houston is currently showcasing an exhibition that shines a long-overdue spotlight on the remarkable artist Joe Overstreet. The exhibition, titled “Joe Overstreet: Taking Flight,” features his iconic work “Justice, Faith, Hope, and Peace” from 1968, which was created the day after Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination. This massive four-paneled painting reflects the tumultuous times of the 1960s with its explosive energy and innovative use of shapes and colors.

Born in Mississippi in 1933, Overstreet was a pivotal figure in the Black Arts Movement, using his art to convey powerful messages about Black experiences in America. He broke away from traditional rectangular canvases and instead created elaborate shaped canvases that challenged Eurocentric views of art. One of his most notable series, “Flight Patterns,” featured unstretched canvases suspended mid-air, symbolizing the tension and strain of the era’s political and social unrest.

The exhibition at the Menil Collection reunites all four panels of “Justice, Faith, Hope, and Peace” and also includes works from Overstreet’s other major series. The show is curated by Natalie Dupêcher and offers a deep dive into the artist’s exploration of color, form, and political commentary. Overstreet’s Senegal series, inspired by his visit to Gorée Island, a site of the transatlantic slave trade, immerses viewers in layers of pastel oil paint and beeswax, evoking a sense of quiet beauty with underlying themes of pain and resilience.

Visitors to the exhibition will have the rare opportunity to see Overstreet’s works, including pieces that have not been publicly displayed for nearly 30 years. The Menil Collection’s decision not to include didactic wall texts allows viewers to experience the art on a visceral level, appreciating the beauty while also acknowledging the deeper historical and social narratives embedded within each piece.

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“Joe Overstreet: Taking Flight” will be on display at the Menil Collection until July 13th. The exhibition offers a profound look into the life and work of this groundbreaking artist, showcasing his bold vision and enduring relevance in the art world.

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