Marjorie Guyon, Lexington

Marjorie Guyon Gallery is both an intimate creative space and a vibrant exhibition site showcasing works by the celebrated artist herself and collaborative public art initiatives. Tourists stepping inside will be greeted by Guyon’s signature style: a mesmerizing blend of contemporary and ancient, where layers of pigment, marble dust, collage, and mythic symbolism come alive in hauntingly textured mixed-media murals and prints.

The gallery serves as a hub for several of Guyon’s major art projects, such as “I was here”-a powerful public memorial of Ancestor Spirit Portraits featuring African‑American figures printed on roman blinds and installed in storefronts and civic buildings around Lexington. These collaborations with poet Nikky Finney, photographer Patrick J. Mitchell, and others bring poetry, photography, and public awareness together in a socially resonant narrative rooted in local history.

Visitors can also explore other ambitious pieces like “Illuminated City,” which activates vacant storefronts in the city’s vibrant downtown district, and large-scale works in the Keeneland series commissioned to celebrate the local racing legacy. Whether you're an art connoisseur or first-time gallery-goer, Guyon’s studio is a unique crossroads of literature, history, and visual poetry that engages both the mind and the senses.