ADAPTING: VIVIAN’S FIGHT FOR FREEDOM
Ingrid Yuzly Mathurin is a Haitian American oil painter and muralist based in New York City. Known for her bold portraits layered with mosaic mirrors and bees, she has exhibited at the Brooklyn Museum of Art and collaborated with major institutions like the Los Angeles Lakers, Peacock TV, and the United Way. A 2024 Soho House Fellow and NYFA Artist as Entrepreneur, Mathurin’s work reclaims joy and visibility for marginalized voices.
Recently, Mathurin's work has gained further recognition with her participation in the "Afro-Latinx Mixtape" exhibition at the Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning, where her portrait of Celia Cruz, titled "Queen of Salsa" (2024), was showcased. This piece pays homage to Cruz’s Yoruba practices and aligns with Mathurin’s dedication to celebrating Caribbean culture. (Hyperallergic)
In addition, Mathurin’s artwork graces the cover of the book "Jimmy’s Faith: James Baldwin, Disidentification, and the Queer Possibilities of Black Religion" by Christopher Hunt, published by Fordham University Press in 2024. This work commemorates the centennial of James Baldwin and reflects Mathurin’s ability to capture the essence of influential figures through her art.
