Delayna Robbins Exhibit
What We Carry, We Grow
In June our Vault Gallery will feature original paintings by Wilson, NC artist Delayna Robbins.
What We Carry, We Grow explores Black identity, resilience, and transformation through an Afro-surrealist lens. This exhibition reimagines moments within the Black community, honoring both generational trauma and the beauty of healing. Through layered storytelling and symbolism, it reflects on what we inherit, what we release, and how we cultivate something new. In embracing both vulnerability and strength, this series serves as a love letter to Black resilience and the power of transformation.
Through her use of bold colors, ethereal imagery, and surrealistic elements, Delayna invites viewers to consider their own experiences and perspectives, fostering empathy, understanding, and connection.
Exhibition Dates + Artist Info
What We Carry, We Grow will be on display in the Vault Gallery June 6-28, 2025.
There will be an opening reception on Friday, June 6 from 6pm to 8pm, where visitors can meet Delayna and view her work.
The opening reception is during downtown Manteo's First Friday festivities and is free and open to the public.
Delayna Robbins, also known as A Colorful Chaos, is a multidisciplinary artist who explores her take on Contemporary Afro Surrealism. A genre which seeks to highlight the complexities and unique experiences faced by People of Color, while also celebrating their resilience and beauty. Robbins draws inspiration from her experiences as a woman of color and her ongoing
journey towards understanding the intersection of spirituality and mental health.