Vivid Matter Collective Pop-Up

Dates: March 10- April 30th | Location: VMC Pop-Up Storefront 917 E Pine St, Seattle, WA 98122

Vivid Matter Collective (VMC) member Perri Rhoden’s recent series, “Release,” is a collection of abstract art encapsulating her journey through self-discovery, grief, and ultimately, joy. Perri created 14 paintings and several hand-decorated pots & vases for her March-April exhibit at the VMC Pop-Up Storefront in Capitol Hill. Although her exhibit is now closed, you can view the collection and purchase remaining artwork by clicking here .

Artist Statement

Within the last two years of the pandemic, Black Lives Matter protests, continued displacement of marginalized communities, the increased violence against the Black community, I have recognized how much weight we, Black women, inevitably carry in our bodies and mental health.

We have developed a survival method rooted in self-healing and the ability to create joy out of turmoil. My experiences have taught me that the soulfulness birthed from this survival method is what allows me and countless others to transform our experiences into radical acts of self-expression and self-love.

I am currently exploring how I can more deeply encapsulate my ideas and emotions into my art practice by focusing on the foundational elements of art and design. What are our individual, and collective, connections to specific colors and materials? How can we continue to find joy, inspiration, relief, passion, and hopefulness around us? How can the art I create embody these ideas and reflect the world we are building now? How can I encapsulate the essence of Black women without portraiture? 

How to purchase:

All artwork is available for purchase. Visit the Vivid Matter Pop-Up Storefront under the “Shop” menu to view and purchase available artwork. Installment plans are available and are processed via request. Please submit a request form here to set up an installment plan with the artist. Indicate the amount and preferred frequency in your form. Artwork will be delivered/released upon completion of final payment.

Installment Plan examples:

  • Ex. 1: Full amount = $1,100.00; (3) payments of $367 every 2 weeks

  • Ex. 2: Full amount = $900; (2) payments of $450 within 60 days