Sydney Mangaroo Art

Sydney Mangaroo is an American fine artist of Jamaican and Irish heritage exploring memories and aesthetics through her artwork. She conducted a research study in the food decisions laboratory at The Pennsylvania State University before earning her B.F.A in painting from The Savannah College of Art and Design. She’s taught drawing, painting, comics, and pottery classes across Atlanta and New Jersey while illustrating for book publications, exhibiting artwork, and curating art events in her community. Sydney is currently based in the NJ/NYC area.

Current Solo Exhibition on view:

Flavors of Memory, Gotan Restaurant, Corner of 8th and Jackson, 770 Jackson St, Hoboken, NJ 07030

Flavors of Memory

Memories are the foundation for our perception of the world. By creating from the subconscious mind, I am documenting my navigation of memory and identity. The human psyche is a delicate playground and how we internalize our interactions determines how we remember life. I find the most peace balancing on the line between reality and make believe, while simultaneously comforting my inner child. I enjoy creating surreal imagery that does not have to belong to one culture, gender, or person, but transcends the physical world entirely. Food has always had a remarkable way of overcoming these boundaries. I’ve come to realize that it is not just about sustenance; food is a language of its own, capable of communicating emotions, memories, and stories.