World mourns passing of artist Angel Beth Smith
Art enthusiasts around the world mourn the passing of renowned artist Angel Beth Smith from Brooklyn, Connecticut. At 63 years old, Smith’s innovative, abstract, and deeply emotional artworks became a global sensation, leaving a profound impact on the modern art scene.
Survived by her husband and two children, Smith’s family was her bedrock. They weathered the joys and hardships of life with her, recognizing her dedicated pursuit of art, and affectionately referring to their home as “The House of Art”.
Many are grieving this unexpected loss, with plans emerging for a memorial service at Smith’s favorite local art gallery. The date and time will soon be announced to honor an artist whose legacy continues not only through her mesmerizing art but also in the hearts of all the budding talents she inspired throughout her career.
Born into the Narragansett Tribe, Smith developed a deep love for music early on.
Remembering artist Angel Beth Smith’s legacy
Encouraged by her tight-knit family, she explored various music genres, and her tribal heritage often inspired her art.
By age 13, her talent for the flute was recognized. She attended prestigious institutions, such as Lincoln School for Girls and Brown University, earned impressive accolades, and increased her reputation as a flutist.
Following a BFA in Textile Design, Smith honed her indigenous art gift during a residency with the Turkey Land Cove Foundation. Her work combined traditional weaving with contemporary textile techniques, an accomplishment celebrated in the Indigenous Peoples Project.
Renowned for her Indigenous Peoples Project: The Mashantucket (Western) Pequot Women, Smith received the Princess Red Wing Award. She showcased her storytelling abilities using visual arts and elevated the awareness of fellow Indigenous Artists.
Smith served the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Government and Foxwoods Resort Casino for almost 20 years, leaving behind a significant void and surviving children, who treasure memories of their loving mother.
A commemorative ceremony will be held in her honor on July 1, 2024, at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center. Loved ones will pay tribute to Smith’s life, and attendees are invited to bring floral arrangements to honor her memory.
