The Owsley Moment

Vivid descriptions of art on display in our part of the state

A painting of an African American woman seated in a carved wooden chair, wearing a vibrant blue dress. Her hands are folded in her lap, and she wears a red bracelet that matches the red on her lips and fingernails. The background is dark, made up of browns and blacks, emphasizing her glowing skin and the bright colors of her clothing and accessories. Painterly brushstrokes are visible throughout.

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S04 E15 – Joseph Delaney, Woman with Red Bracelet, 1940

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In Woman with Red Bracelet, Joseph Delaney captures the quiet dignity of an African American woman through expressive brushwork, vivid contrasts, and a deep sensitivity to form—showcasing the artist’s lifelong devotion to portraying the beauty and complexity of the human figure.

 

Research by Qamille Armour
Voiced by Blake Chapman

Produced by Blake Chapman in cooperation with the David Owsley Museum of Art and the Ball State School of Art.

Music used in this episode:
He Used to Be Your Man, But He’s My Man Now
Composed by Perry Bradford
Performed by Edith Wilson

Original air date: August 15, 2025

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About The Owsley Moment

Created by Ball State School of Art professor Dr. Lara Kuykendall, The Owsley Moment is a brief, informative program that describes one work in the David Owsley Museum of Art's collection every week. Each Moment takes the listener on a small adventure, often telling the history of the piece, recounting the life of the artist, or vividly detailing the characteristics of the work.

The Owsley Moments are written by Ball State art history students. They are produced in collaboration with the David Owsley Museum of Art and Indiana Public Radio and are voiced by Ball State students.

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