“A meditation on southern identity.
For me, the South is more than just a place; it’s a rhythm, a memory, a lineage, and a portal to a wider world. These dirt roads serve as both map and memory, shaping my path while grounding me in the spirit of home.
Through imagery, objects, and storytelling, this exhibition traces the moments that shape who we become.
At its core, Dirt Road Baby is about finding oneself in the landscape of the south, understanding cultural value beyond what the mainstream offers and channeling the energy of those who came before us.”- LeXander Bryant
**Co-curated by Evan Brown
LeXander Bryant (b. 1989) is a photographer and visual artist living and working in Nashville, TN. His practice focuses on capturing the essence of Black life, particularly in the American South. Through stories of triumph, resilience, and cultural identity, his work documents and designs narratives of the Black experience. In 2022, he debuted his first solo museum exhibition, Forget Me Nots, at the Frist
