Hello. My name is Carl Floyd Medley III and I will eat your pizza if you don't want it.
Through his work, Carl Floyd Medley III attempts to confront his surroundings the only way he knows how; with humor. As a child of the 80s, Carl (b. 1981) grew up with a healthy mix of Choose Your Own Adventure books, cartoon merchandising and a family whose method for dealing with life's trials and tribulations was centered around jokes. He now uses his foundation in realism to turn cultural references on their heads and create narratives ranging from absurd to heartfelt. By employing various techniques and mediums, Carl continues his journey to create encompassing experiences and ignite dialogues that lead the viewers to question, understand and even laugh at themselves and the world they live in.
He also loves blueberry cake doughnuts and doesn't fully understand 0% financing.
Contact
carlmedley@mac.com for all inquiries, commissions or just to say hey.
Nourish - Group Exhibition at Virginia MOCA
Discussing my collaboration and contribution to a group exhibition at Virginia MOCA in 2021. The exhibition brought together local artists and individuals in the food world with the intent to, "encourage members of our community to forge new connections with each other and to gain a greater understanding of the challenges of filling our plates."
2020 ViBe Mural Festival
Process video of postcard style mural installation. Thanks to the Beach Bully and Vibe Creative District for the opportunity. Also thanks to artist Chris Zidek who is featured in the video assisting me.