Lyrin Bailey

Artist Statement

My work explores the experiences that have shaped me. Through the lens of emotion I reveal and address my wounds, scars, strength and power.

I know I am not alone in the anguish, rage and sorrow that I have felt in my past. None of us are alone in these experiences. And I pull strength from knowing that. Each one of us is bound by this emotional collective. This human condition; indifferent to its individual impact.

This world is dark and ruthless. I believe it is within us to illuminate. Be a beacon of hope and joy. A beacon of truth and justice.

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Current & Upcoming Exhibitions & Features

Upcoming: Speakeasy Soirée: Tastefully Risqué- Isle of Aeaea, Islip Art Council Feb 27th 2026 Tickets Required

Upcoming: Curious Figure 3- Veneer, Unmoved & Stoic, The Siren Scene: Co Creative Center New Bedford, MA April 1st -May 31st 2026

Past Exhibitions & Features

Tattoo: The Human Canvas- Lecture of the Tattoo history of Long Island and the impact of the ART Nouveau in tandem with The Triumph of Nature Art Nouveau exhibition from The Chrysler Art Museum Co-Host & Speaker Sept 2025

Group Exhibitions

Masters Showcase- Isle of Aeaea, Forlorn, Huntington Arts Council, Huntington NY, Feb 2026

Imagination- 2nd Best in Show: Isle of Aeaea, Forlorn, Mills Pond Gallery, St. James NY,  Oct 2025

Black & White - Veneer, Huntington Arts Council May 2025

Iconography Best in Show: Isle of Aeaea, Huntington Arts Council Feb 2025

Mythologies-  Island of Aeaea, Veneer, Torment of Phineus, Goddess Art Mag, Virtual- https://www.goddessartsmag.com/exhibitions Dec 2024 - Jan 2025

Women Only- 1st Place: Isle of Aeaea, Blue Koi Gallery, Virtual Nov 2024

Pop Surreal- 2nd Place: Forever, Blue Koi Gallery, Virtual Nov 2024

Imagination- Honorable Mentions: Veneer, Indifference, Mills Pond Gallery, St. James NY,  July 2024

Beyond the Scars- Forlorn , Art Fluent, Virtual- https://art-fluent.com,  July 2024

Show Off Your Art- Veneer, KBM Art Gallery, Virtual July 2024