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Mike Martin

Graduate Student, MFA Program

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  • BA, African American and African Studies, Michigan State University College of Arts and Letters
  • BA, Arts and Humanities, Michigan State University Residential College of Art and Humanities

Michaela Nichelle "Mike" Martin (She/They) is an interdisciplinary artist whose creative journey is a vibrant exploration of Black expressionism and experience. Martin's love for Black girlhood is fundamental to their work; through it, Martin delves deep into the complexities of identity, culture, and history with their art.

Martin's background in African American and African studies & arts and humanities enriches their desire to capture the multifaceted nature of Blackness; Martin's work transcends traditional boundaries, blending various mediums such as painting, printmaking, and photography. Their pieces are visual narratives, each telling a story of resilience, resistance, and celebration.