Mike Cloud and Nyeema Morgan on Doubt, Language, and Power in 'Story Structure, Pt. 2'
The Neubauer Collegium for Culture and Society in Chicago will host an exhibition titled "Story Structure, Pt. 2," featuring artists Mike Cloud and Nyeema Morgan, from April 7 to June 28, 2026. The show examines the relationship between language and meaning, emphasizing themes of ambiguity and power. Morgan integrates text into her work to highlight what is omitted, while Cloud employs a mix of imagery and symbols that provoke thought. Both artists address the role of doubt in creativity and critique shifting language dynamics. Additionally, an audio component explores artistic identity and representation, revealing deeper societal issues through their art.
Key facts
- Exhibition 'Story Structure, Pt. 2' at Neubauer Collegium for Culture and Society, Chicago
- On view from 7 April to 28 June 2026
- Features works by Mike Cloud and Nyeema Morgan
- Cloud's paintings use images from New York Times search results for 'sun'
- Morgan's work focuses on framing, omission, and context
- Includes a collaborative audio piece about the mythology of the artist's life
- Morgan cites the heroic archetype of the artist as appealing but limiting for women
- Cloud states that marginalized artists face difficulty in gaining recognition
- Both artists view doubt as essential to progress
- Cloud describes art as 'metaphysical propaganda' that serves multiple causes
Entities
Artists
- Mike Cloud
- Nyeema Morgan
- Pablo Picasso
- Vincent van Gogh
Institutions
- Neubauer Collegium for Culture and Society
- University of Chicago
- New York Times
Locations
- Chicago
- United States