Wonderland
- Title
- Wonderland
- Creator
- Xee Reiter Xee Reiter is an inspiring first-generation Hmong American artist whose creations beautifully capture her vibrant cultural heritage and personal journey. As a self-taught artist, she excels in watercolor and pen-and-ink illustrations while also venturing into various artistic realms, including portraiture, children's book illustrations, art journaling, mural art, typography, and calligraphy. Drawing deeply from her life experiences and cultural background, Xee’s artwork champions freedom of expression and confronts societal norms, especially empowering women to pursue their dreams. Through her collaborations with organizations such as TPT PBS, the Minnesota Museum of American Art, Minnesota Public Radio, The Ordway, and Hmong Museum, Xee has harnessed her talent to connect with and uplift communities. Her work not only honors Hmong culture but also promotes the values of individuality and creativity in all its forms.
- Date
- Created: Summer 2020
Documented: 27 OCT 2024 - Description
- The mural features a minimalistic and narrative-driven design. It depicts women in dynamic and contemplative poses, accompanied by symbolic elements such as a black cat and a white rabbit. These figures are set against a soft, pastel-toned background with colors of peach, yellow, green, and blue that blend smoothly in a gradient-like transition. This color palette evokes a sense of calm and lightness, while the use of black and white for the figures creates a striking contrast, ensuring they remain the focal point. The natural growth of plants around the building further enhances this integration, blending urban and natural elements. Overall, the piece conveys themes of everyday life, introspection, and connection to nature, inviting viewers to interpret its narrative through its symbolic simplicity and harmonious composition.
- Subject
- The mural holds a deeply personal significance as it is a tribute to the artist’s daughter, Alice. It embodies themes of resilience, connection, and hope during these challenging times we all face. The decision to create such a monumental outdoor piece is a striking expression of love and creativity, serving both as a heartfelt homage and a gift to the community. The figures in the artwork, depicted in dynamic and contemplative poses, evoke the curiosity, growth, and imaginative spirit of childhood. Situated in the Creative Enterprise Zone, this mural stands as a public artwork intended to inspire and forge connections among those who behold it. Its soft, symbolic elements lend a dreamlike quality, possibly reflecting the innocent viewpoint of a child. Furthermore, created amidst the pandemic, the mural gains even more depth; it symbolizes not only a personal act of love but also highlights the beauty and creativity that can emerge from adversity. In this way, the mural serves as a lasting testament to love, resilience, and the transformative power of art, turning individual experiences into something that resonates on a universal level.
- Rights
- Artist: Xee Reiter
Researcher: Joseph Lan - Source
- “Projects.” Xeereiter.Com, www.xeereiter.com/. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
“Xee Reiter.” Chroma Zone Mural & Art Festival, www.chromazone.net/xee-reiter. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
“Xee Reiter: Art, Culture and Identity.” YouTube, www.youtube.com/watch?v=0uHh3VmSNUM. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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Xee Reiter Xee Reiter is an inspiring first-generation Hmong American artist whose creations beautifully capture her vibrant cultural heritage and personal journey. As a self-taught artist, she excels in watercolor and pen-and-ink illustrations while also venturing into various artistic realms, including portraiture, children's book illustrations, art journaling, mural art, typography, and calligraphy. Drawing deeply from her life experiences and cultural background, Xee’s artwork champions freedom of expression and confronts societal norms, especially empowering women to pursue their dreams. Through her collaborations with organizations such as TPT PBS, the Minnesota Museum of American Art, Minnesota Public Radio, The Ordway, and Hmong Museum, Xee has harnessed her talent to connect with and uplift communities. Her work not only honors Hmong culture but also promotes the values of individuality and creativity in all its forms., “Wonderland,” Museum in the streets: Murals in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, accessed February 19, 2026, https://mspmurals.omeka.net/items/show/46.