Biography
Alexis McKinnon was born in 2001 in Sarasota, Florida. She received her Bachelor of Fine Arts from Florida International University. She presented her thesis show at Florida International University’s Viertes Haus Gallery. McKinnon is currently working and residing in North Miami Beach, Florida.
Artist Statement
Many of the themes I explore stem from issues that have long been pushed down or aside, giving reason to how heavily they influence my conscience and more so how disturbing they appear when visualized. Mental health and interpersonal relationships are some of the main subjects I focus on, such as social anxiety, depression, self doubt, codependency, and the harmful relationship I have with my parents. These concepts weigh heavy on my mind, so as I materialize them into physical representation, they become beastly and intimidating, mirroring that weight. These works also have a common thread of often being drawn on red-stained surfaces (paper or wood) with white and black charcoal. If the paper itself is not stained, my pieces in some way utilize the black, white, and red color scheme. This color combination captures the boldness that I aim for with these themes, emphasizing the shocking imagery in my work.
Alexis McKinnon 