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Testimonial
Curatorial Statement:
Curatorial Statement: Rethinking Curation as a Reflective Practice
In an era of shifting cultural narratives, my practice reimagines curatorial spaces as heuristic environments—not merely to present objects, but to foster dialogue, inquiry, and reflection. Exhibitions, in this view, are active sites of discovery and engagement, where objects, performances, and bodies serve as catalysts for deeper understanding and collective meaning-making.
Each curatorial project is conceived as an opportunity to construct a curriculum—one that embeds knowledge, nurtures curiosity, and activates the pedagogical possibilities inherent in cultural expression. By placing works in relation across histories, geographies, and disciplines, I seek to blur traditional museological boundaries and invite audiences to rethink and reimagine their interpretations of art and culture.
My practice is anchored in inclusivity, reflection, and dialogue. I aim to create environments where audiences are encouraged to become co-thinkers—active participants in interpretation and meaning-making rather than passive observers. This approach challenges dominant narratives, amplifies underrepresented voices, and opens pathways for more nuanced and expansive understandings of art, identity, and cultural production.
Ultimately, my curatorial work seeks to cultivate spaces where curiosity and engagement can flourish—where the encounter with art becomes not only aesthetic, but also educational, connective, and transformative.
The synergy between curator and educator is another fundamental aspect of my practice. Both roles involve guiding audiences through complex narratives embedded within artworks, fostering reflection and critical engagement. As a curator, I embrace my role as an educator, creating exhibitions that provoke thought and connect thematic elements to broader societal issues. I invite viewers into the complexity of these narratives, encouraging a more nuanced engagement with the art and its broader cultural significance.
My curatorial practice is anchored in inclusivity, dialogue, and reflection. I seek to redefine the relationship between art and audience, viewing the exhibition space as a collaborative environment where critical engagement can flourish. By integrating the interconnected roles of curator and educator, I aim to create meaningful experiences that inspire curiosity and critical reflection on the world around us.
My academic journey, including studies at Columbia University, The Graduate Center, and New York University in art history, curatorial practice, and related fields—such as Art of the African Diaspora, Curatorial Practice, and Black Otherwise Worlds—has further enriched my curatorial framework. These experiences have allowed me to incorporate critical theory and social justice into my curatorial vision, creating exhibitions that challenge dominant narratives and amplify underrepresented voices in the art world.
Metropolitan Museum of New York
Over the past year, I had the privilege of refining my curatorial vision through my selection for the Metropolitan Museum of New York’s Curatorial Practice Program (CPP), where I participated from January 2023 to December 2023. This immersive experience involved weekly dialogues led by curators and museum staff, providing invaluable insights into curatorial methodologies and collaborative practices essential for developing and presenting contemporary museum exhibitions.
During my time in the program, I conducted comprehensive research on institutional materials and social-cultural archiving methods, which informed my approach to exhibition planning, collection development, and gallery presentations. I also actively participated in a study day with curators from the Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) in Boston, where we explored curatorial strategies behind the “Hear Me Now” exhibit, comparing curatorial approaches between institutions.
Additionally, I crafted an art acquisition proposal report for the permanent collection, along with a proposed exhibition and programming, aimed at contextualizing diverse artistic voices and celebrating the cultural significance of the artwork.
I further deepened my curatorial perspective by attending study days at the Leonard A. Lauder Research Center for Modern Art, the Picasso Celebration Workshop for Graduate Students, and sessions on the Harlem Renaissance and Transatlantic Modernism led by Denise Murrell
Exhibitions
SELECT MUSEUM AND GALLERY EXHIBITIONS
- An Artist Showcase, Give1Project International headquarters, Dakar, Senegal (2015), Curator
- Dak’Art biennale Give1Arts group show exhibition, at National Sorano Theater, Dakar, Senegal (2014), Curator
- Legacy ‘64 Ripple Art Exhibit, Oak Hill Country Club, Rochester, NY, (2017), Curator
- Grand Opening, N’Namdi Center for Contemporary Art, Detroit, MI (2010), Curatorial Assistant
- Chasing the Light, Deborah Dancy solo exhibition, G.R. N’Namdi Gallery, Chicago, IL, (2009) Curatorial Assistant
- M Windows, Angelbert Metoyer solo exhibition featuring G.R. N’Namdi Gallery, Chicago, IL, (2009) Curatorial Assistant
- Permission, Gregory Coates solo exhibition, G.R. N’Namdi Gallery, Chicago, IL, (2009) Curatorial Assistant
- Forms of Abstraction, G.R. N’Namdi Gallery, The Hamptons, NY, (2009) Curatorial Assistant
- Summer Art Series, G.R. N’Namdi Gallery, The Hamptons, NY, (2008) Curatorial Assistant
- Outside the Box, D’Fine Arts, New York, NY, (2006), Curator
- An Artist Showcase, D’Fine Arts, New York, NY (2005), Curator
Research Interests
Jacqueline’s research focuses on the intersections of arts, education, and culture. She explores how arts-based methodologies can enhance learning and foster a deeper understanding of diverse cultural perspectives. Her research interests cut across interdisciplinary studies, critical pedagogies, arts-based curriculum studies, and African diasporic arts.
Research Experience
- 2023-Present Co-Principal Doctoral Investigator (IRB pending), Department of Curriculum & Teaching, Teachers College, Columbia University | New York, NY. Mixed-methods research inquiry into maternal solidarity in graduate school: “Black and Asian mothers navigating academia and parenting.” Exploring emotional support, collaborative strategies, and advocacy for inclusive policies, contributing to racial justice and unity
- 2022-Present Podcast Partnership, Columbia University Libraries, Columbia University | New York, NY. Pioneered podcast Beyond Beauty, highlighting Global Majority women artists, from conception to partnership selection. Researched, conducted interviews, and managed audiovisual editing, transcription, and collaboration with relevant teams.
- 2022-Present Principal Doctoral Investigator for dissertation project (IRB approved), Department of Curriculum & Teaching, Teachers College, Columbia University | New York, NY. Executed "Beyond Beauty: Epistemologies and Aesthetic Praxes of Black Women Artists," an arts-based dissertation study exploring diverse knowledge and expertise of Black women artists. Successfully defended my thesis proposal before a panel of 3 faculty and 10 doctoral researchers.
- 2022 Graduate Research Assistant, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville | Edwardsville, IL. Remote collaboration on Black Women's Identities research with Dr. Angel Jones and 4 graduate associates. Analyzed interview data on responses to gendered-racial microaggressions
- 2020-2022 Graduate Research Assistant Participatory Creativity Research Lab, Social Justice Group, Creativity and Cognition in Department of Human Development, Teachers College, Columbia University | New York, NY (supervised by Dr. Michael Hanchett Hanson) Engaged in bimonthly research team meetings, presenting project updates and receiving feedback. Innovatively approached data collection and analysis methods to enhance scholarly work.
- 2020-2021 Graduate Research Assistant Equity Matters Teacher Inquiry Group, Department of Curriculum & Teaching, Teachers College, Columbia University | New York, NY (supervised by Dr. Marjorie Siegel) Engaged in collaborative action research with a team of one research associate and five school teachers, investigating teaching and learning experiences to understand challenges across diverse school settings.
- 2005-2006 Graduate Student Researcher, The City College of New York, City University of New York | New York, NY Conducted an IRB-approved experimental study with around 90 students in 3 middle school classrooms, assessing the effects of arts integration lessons on science concept comprehension.
- 2003 Graduate Student Researcher, Annenberg School for Communication, The University of Southern California | Los Angeles, CA Analyzed mixed-methods study results to evaluate museums' diversity efforts and audience attendance experiences. Conducted interviews with museum professionals and designed a survey involving 250 African-American participants to gather insights into museum attendance histories and experiences.
- 2001 Graduate Research Assistant, Annenberg School for Communication, The University of Southern California | Los Angeles, CA (supervised by Dr. Hernan Galperin) Conducted media content analyses on race representation in Latin American television.
