Voices of Identity

2022

Voices of Identity is a video art series that explores people of my generation, our experiences, and how we reflect on these experiences that have shaped who we are now. We all are aware that we are human, but our individual experiences, accomplishments, and setbacks shape who we are, making no one human the same.

As I progress through this series, my research has shifted back and forth between experiences and identity. Hearing a person's journey, not only what they are doing in life but the how and why, shows a relationship between their identity and how they think they are viewed. My series holds the concept of self-identity, and I want my audience to understand that even though we all have different experiences in life, we can share and grow from each other through learning one's identity and purpose in life. Voices of Identity will give not only my models the opportunity to share their life but for my audience to learn from one another, as we as humans have been doing this for centuries

Bio:

Jarvis Mace is a native of Jackson, Miss. He grew up creating art throughout his childhood, which allowed him to study at the Power Academic and Performing Arts Center, where his love of visual arts expanded. Mace graduated from William B. Murrah High School with honors and enlisted in the Army National Guard as a photojournalist shortly after. Upon completing his military training, he enrolled at MSU in 2017 as an art student and Army ROTC cadet. He was accepted into the university’s photography program, where he is doing work that best expresses his experience and love for the arts. Upon Graduation in December, Mace will earn his commission as an officer in the Ms Army National Guard, a Bachelor’s of Fine Art, and a state employee job with the Ms National Guard as a public affairs specialist. Beyond his undergraduate, he will continue to express himself through photography and art.