On this episode of Neon Galactic, we interview Dr. Marques Redd, an artist whose work explores the power of African traditional mysticism and its currency in today’s complex social world.

Redd was an academic who decided to forego the distant and at times antiseptic institutional approach and develop a much more intimate and visceral connection through art.

We discuss African mysticism, how the various strands intersect and what they say about ancient knowledge. We also explore how art can be a kind of contact modality for accessing the transcendent.

His work, often on a monumental scale, is meant in part to evoke humanity’s creative powers.

We also discuss how gender in these traditions was at times elastic and complicated, with Gods and Goddesses who embodied multiple genders and presented anatomically ambiguous features. 

To learn more about Redd and his work, or to support his efforts:

therainbowserpent.org

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Music Credits:

Music: Cinematic Logo 04 by TaigaSoundProd

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Music: Technology Calm Logo 01 by TaigaSoundProd

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