About
Margot Blackk is a contemporary abstract artist.
My life is shaped by a series of experiences that influence my actions, emotions, and reflections. Even seemingly insignificant moments carry profound weight, as they accumulate to form my identity. This ongoing process often reflects a sense of displacement, both internal and external, as I navigate the tension between belonging and otherness. These interactions, representing a journey of self-discovery, deeply inform my artistic practice and enable me to create immersive experiences.
My identity is multifaceted, shaped not only by my experiences as an Asian individual in Western contexts like the UK and Canada, but also by the societal expectations placed on women. These forces create a dynamic interplay between cultural identity, gender, and displacement. The sensation of being an outsider challenges the notion of fixed belonging and constantly reshapes the way I view identity.
The pictorial transcends emotional representation to embody the cumulative effects of introspection and displacement. Through layered colors and gestural brushstrokes, I explore the depth of oil paint, evoking a broad spectrum of reactions. The materiality of the paint itself becomes a metaphor for the complex interplay of influence, adaptation, and resistance. I am drawn to its potential to elicit diverse experiences and multifaceted effects, refusing to conform to any specific classification, context, or ideology.
I view my work as a realm of resonance—open-ended pictorials that invite viewers into a continuous dialogue. This process reflects the fluid and ambiguous nature of identity, encouraging them to navigate their own interpretations and connections. The layers within my work are not only personal experiences; they also represent external forces—societal expectations, cultural differences, and gendered pressures—that challenge, disrupt, and ultimately shape who we are.
By embracing the inherent ambiguity of identity, my art seeks to transcend the boundaries of locality, gender, and cultural context. It creates a space where the resonance of otherness, the search for belonging, and the nuances of displacement coexist, offering a richer, more inclusive understanding of identity.
Ultimately, my work aspires to transform the personal into the universal, creating connections through universal experiences. Through a perspective shaped by both internal and external forces, I intend to create something that is as fluid, dynamic, and ever-evolving as the experiences that shape it—transcending cultural constraints and fixed definitions.
Education
2025/2026 MA Painting, Royal College of Art, London, UK
2024 (Honours) Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drawing & Painting, OCAD University, Toronto, On, Canada
Solo Exhibitions
2024 Please, Black!, Ada Slaight Gallery, Toronto, On
2023 Adversity to Contemplation, Ada Slaight Gallery, Toronto, On
Group Exhibitions
2023 “Iridescence”, Ada Slaight Gallery, Toronto, On
2022 “Abstraction”, 100 McCaul st, Toronto, On