ABOUT THE EXHIBIT
Sonya Clemons’ exhibit, “Sweet Home Alabama”, focuses on different elements of home, specifically her home here in Alabama. Her sources of inspiration range from her own personal surroundings to the State itself. “I think there’s a lot of good here in Alabama and seeing that good, I believe, is a way to relate with others and bring people together.” – Sonya Clemons
A reception for this exhibit will be held in the gallery on Friday, July 18th, from 6-7:30.
ARTIST BIO
Sonya Clemons is known simply by her title, “The Artlady”, which she is called by many Alabama locals. She officially began her career as an artist in 1996, but she has been drawing her whole life. She often tells people it is the only thing she knows how to do and how she communicates.
Clemons first began her art career as a “brush for hire” and eventually became a muralist for the Madison County School System, where she painted over 50 Arts in Education based murals. As an artist, Clemons enjoys focusing on the community and culture in Alabama and the south. She creates art for both local and state governments, as well as organizations, which they feature to promote the area, the people, etc. Her passion is in creating art that can reach anyone and everyone.
She is currently a resident artist for the Jackson County Drug Court and the Recovery Community. The program, Pictures of Hope, brings art to people who need something bright and positive. This program has branched out to the Madison County Probate Court Mental Health Program and earned both local and national attention. Clemons also creates her own art, which she sells to several galleries. She currently resides in Jackson County, but she grew up in Huntsville, which means she conducts most of her business in the North Alabama area. Her many accomplishments include designing a Panoply poster, being named one of the Women That Shape the State, and a Commendation from the Governor for years of service.
