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SUMMARY:The “Art of the Word” Exhibition/CATALOGUE at the The Sasse Museum of Art
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URL:https://debradisman.com/event/the-art-of-the-word-exhibition-catalogue-at-the-the-sasse-museum-of-art/
LOCATION:Sasse Museum of Art\, Progress Building | Basement Level 300 South Thomas Street |\, CA\, Pomona\, CA\, 91766\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:EXHIBITIONISTA: INTERPLAY with the SDA
DESCRIPTION:I am thrilled to participate in INTERPLAY\, organized by the SDA!(The awesome Surface Design Association!)Presented at the The Dairy Barn Arts Center’s O’Bleness Gallery8000 Dairy LaneAthens\, OH 45701June 28 – September 5\, 2024Opening Reception:June 28\, 6 – 8PM\nSEE THE SHOW HERE! \nInterplay presents works that explore parallels\, synergies\, or tensions between two or more ideas. Artworks may examine connections between seemingly unrelated concepts\, map relationships between maker and materials\, or reflect interactions between maker and tools. Works employ traditional\, interdisciplinary\, or collaborative methodologies. \nHonoring the diverse range of approaches within fiber art and highlighting the rich tapestry of multicultural links\, Interplay looks toward a future informed by the past\, bringing together ideas for fresh reflection\, reinterpretation\, and deeper understanding. \nJUROR\nDue to her inimitable curiosity\, Annet Couwenberg has pursued the ongoing conversations between traditional textile production and digital technologies throughout her art and teaching career. Couwenberg’s art\, informed by her early work in the fashion industry\, is diverse and includes sculptural forms and jacquard weavings as well as work with fish fossils and skeletons inspired by her study with a fish scientist as a Smithsonian Artist Research Fellow at the National Museum of Natural History. Couwenberg’s interdisciplinary work has demonstrated her capacity to create new realms. As a researcher of both traditional textiles and emerging techniques\, she embraces a multi-directional knowledge exchange between new and established\, creating art that visualizes methodologies to protect and preserve traditional practices while also expanding upon them. Born in The Netherlands\, Couwenberg moved to the United States to receive MFA degrees at Syracuse University and Cranbrook Academy of Art. She has worked internationally\, including in Korea\, Turkey\, Germany\, Italy\, Portugal\, Poland\, and The Netherlands. \n Mark your calendars for Wednesday\, July 31\, 2PM ET for the Interplay Textile Talk and be on the lookout for our online gallery –  links coming soon!
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/exhibitionista-interplay-with-the-sda/
LOCATION:Dairy Barn Art Center O’Bleniss Gallery\, 8000 Dairy Lane\, Athens\, OH\, 45701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:EXHBITIONISTA: "Women. Defining Our Representation"
DESCRIPTION:I am delighted to participante in the online show:\nWomen. Defining Our Representation\, at Black House Artist\nI am showing: “Into The Bush”\, 11 x 19 x 7 \, book board\, canvas\, sewing thread\, acrylic paint\n \n\n\n\n\nWomen. Defining Our Representation\n“Women. Defining our Representation” is an exhibition of 31 pieces from 31 woman artists that celebrates the multiplicity of women’s identities\, individuality\, complexity\, and worth. It inspires reflection\, understanding and empathy for the diverse and authentic experiences of women by acknowledging accomplishments\, reclaiming narratives\, exploring gender expression\, and sharing personal realities.” – Ellen Mattesi\n\nVIEW THE SHOW HERE!\nJuror:  Ellen Mattesi \, Director\, Black House Artist \nEllen Mattesi is an artist and entrepreneur.  She has been immersed in many facets of the professional art world for over 30 years.  Within her own fine art and creative career\, she has built and managed art institutions\, curated exhibitions\, mentored artists in technical expertise and business skills\, and fostered creativity for the ethnically and mentally diverse.  This experience has culminated in a passion for championing the success and advancement of women artists. With Black House Artist\, she continues this mission through education and activism with a network of artists\, collectors\, curators\, and scholars. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBlack House Artist is a network dedicated to empowering women artists through exhibition opportunities\, professional development\, art history education\, and creative equality. Black House Artist supports the professional and personal autonomy of women.  A portion of the profits from this show will be donated to Abortion Freedom Fund https://abortionfreedomfund.org/ and Planned Parenthood https://www.plannedparenthood.org/ Through the purchase of artwork\, or by individual donation\, please support the rights of women through your economic  power. Thank you for your consideration.\n\nVIEW THE SHOW HERE!\n 
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/exhbitionista-women-defining-our-representation/
LOCATION:Black House Artist
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:EXHIBITIONISTA: Soliloquy at The Bridge Art Foundation's Scholart Selection Gallery
DESCRIPTION:The Bridge Arts Foundation  presents “SOLILOQUY\,”  hosted at our partnered gallery The Scholart Selection\, in San Gabriel\, CA\, USA\, from July 13th to August 10th\, 2024.\nOPENING RECEPTION: 2-5PM Saturday\, July 13th\nat The Scholarts Selection\n417 South Mission Drive San Gabriel\, CA 91776\n\n“Soliloquy” is a solitary discourse with oneself\, an intimate dialogue that transcends the confines of external perception. It captures the journey of introspection and self-discovery\, where one navigates the labyrinthine corridors of their own mind\, seeking clarity amidst the tumult of thoughts and emotions. “Soliloquy” is a solitary discourse with oneself\, an intimate dialogue that transcends the confines of external perception. It captures the journey of introspection and self-discovery\, where one navigates the labyrinthine corridors of one’s own mind\, seeking clarity among the tumult of thoughts and emotions.  \nDuring their inner reflections\, the individuals grapple with existential questions\, confronting their fears\, desires\, and vulnerabilities with raw honesty in solitude. It embraces the inherent human longing for understanding and truth\, inviting the individual to confront their inner darkness and embrace the transformative power of self-reflection. \nThe Bridge Arts Foundation is dedicated to amplifying the voices of artists and promoting their exceptional work on a global scale. Their aim is to provide an unparalleled platform for emerging talents\, enabling international recognition and celebrating diverse expressions across various artistic mediums. \n“Our mission is straightforward yet profound: we strive to empower our community through immersive experiences that inspire collaboration and forge meaningful connections among creative thinkers spanning all continents. Together\, let us bridge cultural gaps through the unifying power of art.” — The Bridge Arts Foundation \nThis show enthusiastically welcomes a wide range of artistic expressions encompassing painting\, sculpture\, photography\, installation\, mixed media\, and beyond. Curating a rich tapestry of creativity\, the exhibition reflects artists’ diverse perspectives and experiences worldwide. \nFeatured artists include Ryan Bautista\, Michele Benzamin-Miki\, Ming Chen\, Debra Disman\, Deanna Dorangrichia\, Somaya Etemad\, Lanyi Gao\, Steve Gavenas\, Shanguo Jia\, Antonio Kim\, Rosie Kim\, Hwichan Ko\, Vionna Lam\, Kai Mao\, Janice Nakashima\, Isabella Riboni\, Isabella Ronchetti\, Christopher Lloyd Tucker\, and Xiaoxiao Wu. \nThe 19 featured artists in the exhibition respond to the theme of “soliloquy” through various forms and mediums\, presenting their unique journeys of inner exploration. \nThe 19 artworks showcased in “Soliloquy” also demonstrate the diversity and depth of soliloquy. It is not only a personal dialogue within oneself but also a significant pathway to understanding oneself and the world. Beyond the individual\, these artworks collectively underscore soliloquy’s capacity to connect the individual’s inner world with external realities\, offering insights that resonate with broader societal issues and enrich human connections. \nSpecial thanks to our jury members\, Charles Christopher Hill and Song Xin\, as well as curator Tia Xu\, for their dedicated work. We also extend our gratitude to Li Tang and Art Yourself Atelier (AYA) for the media support. \nABOUT THE BRIDGE ARTS FOUNDATION \nThe Bridge Arts Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to harnessing the transformative power of art to connect diverse communities and uplift emerging artists from various backgrounds. \nWith an unwavering commitment to fostering global understanding and diversity\, we amplify artist voices and spotlight their creations both locally and globally. Join us in leveraging art’s power to unite cultures and strengthen global communities. \nABOUT THE SCHOLART SELECTION \nFounded in 2022\, THE SCHOLART SELECTION is a vibrant contemporary art gallery in the historic San Gabriel Mission district of Los Angeles. Deeply integrated into the city’s Asian American community\, especially in its more prosperous areas\, the gallery is committed to uplifting and promoting artists from diverse backgrounds for Asian collectors globally. \nTHE SCHOLART SELECTION transcends the role of a mere venue for art; it serves as a storyteller\, an educator\, and a connector. With a team of skilled curators\, exhibition specialists\, and media experts\, the gallery breaks through traditional barriers to make contemporary art more relatable and accessible to Asian collectors worldwide. It achieves this by sharing the compelling stories behind the artworks and fostering a network that brings artists and a wide range of art enthusiasts together\, thereby forming enduring bonds between the artworks\, their artists\, and the collectors who cherish and support them. \nFor additional information and press requests\, please contact info@bridgeartsfoundation.com. For more information about The Bridge Arts Foundation\, please go to our website https://bridgeartsfoundation.org/\, or follow us on Instagram (@bridgeartsfoundation). \nI am thrilled to show “I Can’t I Won’t I Will I Do”\, 13 x 71.5″\, Repurposed cotton table runner\, acrylic paint\, hemp cord\n\nREAD MY INTERVIEW HERE!
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/exhibitionista-soliloquy/
LOCATION:The Scholorarts election\, 417 S Mission Dr\, San Gabriel\, CA\, 91776\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:EXHIBITIONISTA: "Evidence of Joy" at Intersect Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:“EVIDENCE OF JOY” is a group exhibition curated by April Parviz\, who says:\n“Today I went to the doctor. On the sign-in station there sat a small snowman made from an old salt and pepper shaker. His head was a little styrofoam ball. His hat was the lid of the shaker\, and inside his little bottle tummy were a bunch of what looked to be miniature cotton-balls. As I waited to be checked in\, I observed the fact that someone had made it. She didn’t have to. But she was perhaps feeling the joy of winter\, and she wanted to share her joy. The snowman wasn’t sitting in her home\, it was sitting here\, for me to enjoy. And I did enjoy it. The reflection that she had experienced joy in making it\, and the fact that she had done it selflessly\, with no expectation of thanks\, brought me joy.  \nAfter my reflection on the sweet little snowman\, I began to see evidence of someone else’s joy\, intentionally being shared with strangers\, everywhere I went. The person in the house five doors from mine\, has a little jar of complimentary dog treats out on a bird feeder hanger in their yard\, right by the sidewalk. People have lovely seasonal wreaths hanging on the outside of their front doors\, not on the inside. Painted rocks are mysteriously left in people’s gardens by strangers. I’m sure that now I’m aware of this\, I’ll be seeing evidence of joy everywhere. And strangers will discover footprints of my own joy\, making their footprints joyful too. \nWhen I look at the current world of art\, I feel like I see a lot of evidence of many inspiring things\, but not always so much joy.  I know in my own art practice\, I am often fueled by loud palpable emotions like pain and confusion. Perhaps if I begin practicing using joy as fuel\, I will begin to do it more habitually. Perhaps if we practice seeing joy more we can become habitual joy detectives.  \nShow me all the joy! I want to see and share artwork made in joy\, artwork made upon discovering evidence of joy\, and work that is just pure joy to look at! “\nEvidence of Joy Dovetail Reception | 8.6.24 | \nby Mary Oliver\, 2017\n“If you suddenly and unexpectedly feel joy\, \ndon’t hesitate. Give in to it. There are plenty \nof lives and whole towns destroyed or about \nto be. We are not wise\, and not very often \nkind. And much can never be redeemed. \nStill\, life has some possibility left. Perhaps this \nis its way of fighting back\, that sometimes \nsomething happens better than all the riches \nor power in the world. It could be anything\, \nbut very likely you notice it in the instant \nwhen love begins. Anyway\, that’s often the \ncase. Anyway\, whatever it is\, don’t be afraid \nof its plenty. Joy is not made to be a crumb.” \nI am thrilled to have two pieces in the show: \nNarrow Bridge\, 5.5 x 16 x 3.5″\, board\, paper\, fabric\, linen thread\nand\nBedTime Story\, 12 x 28 x 8.5″\, book board\, textiles\, cloth\, clay\, beads\, hemp cord\, watercolor paper\n\nSEE THE SHOW PAGE!\nSEE THE SHOW VIDEO!\nVIEW THE CATALOGUE!\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/exhibitionista-evidence-of-joy-at-insersect-artscenter/
LOCATION:Intersect Arts Center\, 3636 Texas Ave\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:EXHIBITIONISTA: "WOMEN ARTISTS MAKING THEIR MARK 2024"
DESCRIPTION:I am delighted to have two works shown in this exhibition:\n16th annual Women Artists Making Their Mark: An ONLINE Exhibition. \nCo-Juried by Donna Seager of Seager Gray Gallery\nand Priscilla Otani of Arc Gallery.  \nOnline show dates: July 23 to Oct 1\, 2024 \nSEE THE SHOW! \nZoom Roundtable with Jurors Tuesday\, July 30 at 4 pm Pacific Time\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/88609617728\nMeeting ID: 886 0961 7728\n \nContinuing their annual show devoted to women artists\, O’Hanlon Center for the Arts is committed to bringing more gender equity to the world of art. This 16th year we extend our reach around the globe to artists who identify as female. \nThe works in the exhibition are all created by persons who identify as female.\n1103 works were submitted and 79 works were selected for this exhibition.\n \nThe curation and presentation of the selected work are exceptional. The  O’Hanlon Center for the Arts will promote the artists through social media\, print media and email outreach.  A quality printable catalog of the show will be created and the online shows are archived but accessible after the close of the show. \nVisit our website to see examples of other online shows: https://www.ohanloncenter.org/exhibits/current/ \nO’Hanlon Center for the Arts emphasizes the creative process and the continued pursuit of meaning and authenticity through observation\, exploration\, and experimentation.
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/exhibitionista-women-artists-making-their-mark-2024/
LOCATION:O’Hanlon Center for the Arts\, 616 Throckmorton Avenue\, Mill Valley\, CA\, 94941\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:EXHIBITIONISTA: Iteration Reiteration at TOUCHSTONE GALLERY
DESCRIPTION:I am thrilled to participate in\nin Washington\, DC.\nITERATION REITERATION\nPatterns and repetitive elements\, integral to the art and design of countless cultures and artistic methods\, offer viewers a framework to interpret information through recurring arrangements. How do these elements shape perception of art and the world? \nThis exhibition presents  artwork that embraces pattern and repetition as the focal point\, a complementary element within a piece\, or as a fundamental part of the creative process. From symmetrical arrangements\, geometric precision\, minimalist repetition\, and organic flows\, Iteration Reiteration honors the power of patterns and repetition. \nIncluded  but not limited to are the visual mediums  painting\, printmaking\, textile and fiber\, video and animation\, photography\, sculpture\, ceramics\, collage\, performance\, sound\, and mixed media. All works are  original and completed within the past five years. The exhibition includes both a physical gallery show located in Washington\, DC and a virtual exhibition. The fascinating and accomplished jurors are:  \n\n\nRoya Amirsoleymani \n\n\nAddoley Dzegede \n\n\nChristopher Kardambikis \n\n\nI am showing Red Notebook (Here’s To The Red\, White and Blue)\, 8.5 x 12.5 x 6.5″\, placemat\, linen thread\, hemp cord\, cloth\, wood
URL:https://debradisman.com/event/exhibitionista-iteration-reiteration-at-touchstone-gallery/
LOCATION:Touchstone Gallery\, 901 New York Ave NW\, Washington\, DC\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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