Clay In Mind
A juried student exhibition
May 25 - June 15, 2024
Reception: June 15, 2:00 - 3:00 PM
The Art of Storytelling
July 5 - September 29, 2024
Opening Reception: July 13, 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Storytelling is the interactive art of using words and active to reveal the elements and images of a story while encouraging the listener's imagination. Storytelling forges connections among people, and between people and ideas. Stories convey the culture, history, and values that unite people.
Artists have been using art to tell stories since the first caveman drew a hunter killing a mammoth on a cave wall. When religion became a core experience in more modern humans, we used art to bring to life stories in religious scripts. Stories can be told visually and artists use color, line, gesture, composition, and symbolism to tell a story. A picture does tell a thousand words.
Abhijeet Shrivastava
July 5 - September 29, 2024
Opening Reception: July 13, 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Hailing from the heart of India, Bhopal, where Abhijeet first kindled his profound passion for self-expression through charcoal drawings on paper, the exhibit will challenge perceptions. Charcoal, a time-honored and eco-conscious art medium once used to craft ancient cave drawings worldwide, has deeply inspired me. However, this traditional form of artistic expression is waning in today's fast-paced world, yielding to environmentally harmful alternatives emitting excessive carbon.
Driven by a mission to preserve this historic art form and champion sustainable artistry, his work balances environmental consciousness and visual serenity. Recognized through publications and exhibitions globally, now based in New York City, serving as a Climate Change and Sustainability Consultant. Abhijeet’s art aspires to awaken reverence for our environment and galvanize a shared commitment to safeguarding our planet for future generations.
Still Here! The Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape and Powhatan-Renape Nations of Southern, New Jersey
October 9, 2024 - February 2, 2025
Opening Reception: October 12, 2024, 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Please join us in celebrating two southern New Jersey tribal communities that share a common Woodlands culture, Algonquin languages, historical roots, eastern geographical locations, and above all a united commitment to preserving their past, present, and future Indigenous heritage and identity. The Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape Tribal Nation is made up of the American Indian families from southern New Jersey and the Delmarva Peninsula. Powhatan people have maintained an unbroken history of thousands of years settlement along the coastal areas of the mid-Atlantic. This exhibition will feature art and historical artifacts from the two tribal communities.
NJ State Teen Arts Festival
October 1 - November 8, 2024
Academic Visions: Southern NJ University and College Art Professors Showcase
January 18 - May 3, 2025
Opening Reception: January 18, 2025
"Academic Visions: Southern NJ University and College Art Professors Showcase" is an inspiring exhibition that combines the dynamic and diverse works of art created by professors from various southern New Jersey universities and colleges. The showcase is a testament to the depth of artistic expertise within the academic community, offering a glimpse into the innovative minds that shape the next generation of artists. From avant-garde sculptures to thought-provoking paintings, the exhibit spans various mediums and styles, reflecting the rich tapestry of influences that these professors bring into their artistic practices. "Academic Visions" displays skillful craftsmanship and a dialogue between mentors and their artistic journey, encouraging students and visitors alike to explore the intersection of academia and creativity. The gallery becomes a dynamic space for exchanging ideas, showcasing these educators' profound impact on the evolving landscape of contemporary art in New Jersey.
Jack Knight
May 10 - August 10, 2025
Opening Reception: May 10, 2025
ONTARIO SERIES:
The Ontario Series began as Jack transitioned from the previous Andromeda Series (2019-2022) of about 60 works of constructions that were more spontaneous. These new works have been contemplated visually for maybe a week or so. The work reads architecturally from top to bottom and is constructed the same way. The box sections are assembled separately and used to visualize the whole. Each piece is built on the studio floor, starting from the top. Oftentimes, objects, colors, and shapes are swapped out until the complete piece emerges.
