Pioneering American artist Avis Collins Robinson, celebrated for her insightful explorations of race, gender, oppression, and history through vibrant paintings and abstract quilts, has tragically passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2023. Avis, the wife of esteemed journalist Eugene Robinson, succumbed to a long and valiant fight against cancer. Her departure marks the end of a remarkable artistic journey that left an indelible mark on the American cultural landscape.
Avis Collins Robinson’s body of work, characterized by its depth and sensitivity, delved into the often unspoken tensions of American society. Through her paintings and quilts, she skillfully captured the complexities of African-American life, using her art as a medium to explore the profound meanings of the word ‘soul’, both literal and metaphorical. Robinson’s portraits were windows into the very essence of her subjects, encouraging viewers to connect on a shared, deeply human level.
Her fabric quilts, rich in color and history, wove narratives of the past and resonated with profound emotions. Drawing inspiration from the tradition of African American quilt-making, Avis pioneered a unique visual language, imbuing her seemingly simple designs with intricate layers of meaning and a relentless, soul-stirring energy.
Lois Anne Smith shared a post on fb on the death of Avis Collins:
So sorry to hear the sad news of the passing of Avis Collins Robinson on Saturday. Wife of Eugene Robinson PulitzerPrize journalist at WAPO. I was wondering why he was missing from the MSNBC airwaves.A delightful man & excellent journalist. GodSpeed to him and his family🙏🏽Avis Robinson was an extraordinary visual artist best known for her paintings and abstract quilts that explore America’s tensions over race, gender, oppression and history.#EugeneRobinson (Washington Post columnist, MSNBC analysis, and author) on X: Avis Collins Robinson, the love of my life, passed away Saturday after a brief battle with cancer. She was an extraordinary woman, and my profound grief is tempered by gratitude that she allowed me to share her extraordinary life. [😥]
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Avis Collins Robinson’s work, echoing the sentiment of W.E.B. Du Bois, conveyed the timeless nature of the human experience, encapsulating moments of joy and sorrow, the triumphs of achievement, the solace of familial bonds, and the enduring echoes of history. Her art was a testament to the enduring power of the human spirit.
Eugene Harold Robinson, renowned newspaper columnist and associate editor at The Washington Post, mourns the loss of his beloved wife. Avis’s legacy, her art, and the soulfulness she brought to the world will forever be remembered, inspiring generations to come. The artistic community, as well as her friends and family, grieve the loss of a brilliant mind and a compassionate soul, cherishing the impact she made on the world.
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