Jex Blackmore, a contemporary artist and activist, was born in 1986 in Southfield, Michigan. Her provocative performances, often staged in public spaces such as state capitols and outside women's health clinics, aim to challenge institutions of social and sexual oppression. Focused on the relationship between moral religious rhetoric, sexuality, and political policy, her work sparks controversy and debate.
As a prominent figure in the Satanic movement, Blackmore organized the largest Satanic gathering in history in 2015, unveiling The Satanic Temple's Baphoment monument. This event was featured in the documentary short, The Satanists Next Door (2015). Her involvement with The Satanic Temple has also led to appearances on live television, debating evangelical preachers.
In addition to her activism, Blackmore has ventured into film direction and large-scale performance. She created a performance series in conjunction with the theatrical release of the A24 film, The Witch (2015),which toured in major cities such as New York City, Los Angeles, and Austin. Her directorial debut, "An Undue Burden," is a twenty-four hour endurance film that explores the burden of abortion waiting-periods.
As a reproductive health care advocate, Blackmore has employed various methods to raise awareness and challenge anti-choice beliefs. These include disrupting anti-choice demonstrations using gallons of milk, writing about her personal abortion experience in the viral blog, "Unmother," and debating the Westboro Baptist Church.
Blackmore's work has been featured in the documentary, Hail Satan? (2019),which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2019. This documentary showcases the Satanic Temple's activism and features Blackmore's involvement in the movement. Throughout her career, Blackmore has continued to push boundaries and challenge social norms, solidifying her position as a prominent figure in the art and activism worlds.
