Tanya Weddemire is the Founder and CEO of the renowned Tanya Weddemire Gallery. Originally from Montego Bay, Jamaica, she moved to Brooklyn at the age of eleven, where her passion for art flourished. At eighteen, she began her professional journey as the youngest Account Executive for couture designer Mary McFadden.
Weddemire earned a B.S.A. in Design Communications with a minor in Art and Corporate Branding from Philadelphia University. Her artistic perspective and analytical skills, combined with her degree, propelled her into a successful career as a Luxury Retail Executive. She demonstrated exceptional leadership at notable brands such as Pottery Barn, Natuzzi Italia, and Ethan Allen, where she redefined industry standards.
In November 2022, she launched the Tanya Weddemire Gallery with a mission to celebrate the transformative power of art and community and highlight the vitality of art in diverse communities. Since then, the gallery has been featured in prominent publications, including Forbesblk, Vanity Fair, ARTNEWS, Art in America, Brooklyn Rail, Industry City Publication, Amsterdam News, Black Art Magazine, PR News Wire, Brooklyn Reader, Hyperallergic, Bluecalf, Voice of America and Park Magazine.
Tanya Weddemire has demonstrated unwavering dedication, leading several impactful activations and exhibitions at art fairs such as the Affordable Art Fair, Art on Paper NYC, LA Art Show, Hamptons Fine Art Fair, and the upcoming Scope Miami Beach Art Fair. These events have transformed the gallery into a dynamic showcase of community, culture, and legacy, inspiring creativity in everyone who engages with it.
Tatianna Mack is the dedicated Art Liaison at Tanya Weddemire Gallery. She cultivates and strengthens the connections among artists, collectors, and the community. With a profound appreciation for emerging talent and a commitment to fostering meaningful relationships, Tatianna advocates for intersectionality through diversity in her work.
In 2019, Tatianna launched her blog, The Art of Tati, to promote representation in art spaces. Since then, she has moderated conversations focused on artistry and the transformation of gallery culture and she has led community initiatives in partnership with esteemed organizations, including Black Girls in Art Spaces, A Place Called Home, and Industry City.
Tatianna's innate ability to envision and implement dynamic programming highlights her dedication to art beyond the gallery setting. In February 2025, she will debut as a curator with "I Got a Story to Tell," an all-women exhibition inspired by a conversation with her Grandmother. Guided by her passion for art, fashion, and community, Tatianna remains committed to cultivating a more inclusive and vibrant art world.
Daijia Canton is the passionate Creative Coordinator at Tanya Weddemire Gallery. She skillfully combines creativity with strategy, storytelling with design, and passion with purpose. With a keen eye for detail and a strong commitment to sourcing information that pushes boundaries and fosters inclusivity, she channels her love for expressionism through literature into her work.
A graduate of Marist College, Daijia earned a Bachelor of Science in Fashion Merchandising, focusing on promotion, along with a minor in Theatre. This unique combination of disciplines fuels her deep appreciation for storytelling and artistic expression.
Daijia's strong work ethic and dedication to her community have enabled her to collaborate with notable designers and companies such as CB2, LDJ Productions, Marrisa Wilson, and LaQuan Smith. With her innovative vision and collaborative spirit, she continues to make a meaningful impact in the realms of art and design.
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