Subterraneous Sheltering: Fredricka Joyner |
This month, the Harrison Center's Speck Gallery is exhibiting Subterraneous Sheltering by Fredricka Joyner, a series of abstract, geologically inspired landscapes rich with artistic and metaphorical depth.
The motif of geology is prominent in Joyner's work: many of her pieces portray layers of rich sediment or striations from geologic eras, which invoke an intriguing, rocky underworld. Fragments of fashion magazines and street maps form rocky outcrops, along with manipulated photographs and other ephemera with personal significance to the artist, like tea bags and Italian pastry bags. These elements combine to create colorful, collaged landscapes with a layered depth that is not understood at first glance.
Read the full blog here.
The show can be viewed anytime in the Speck Gallery through the end of January during gallery hours: Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm. The works can also be viewed and purchased via the online gallery through January. |
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| Meet the 2024-25 Greatriarchs⎜
Dorothy Herron
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Dr. Dorothy Herron exemplifies a life dedicated to making the most of every endeavor. She willingly serves and creates opportunities for those in need, embodying a spirit of adventure and embracing divinely inspired opportunities. Her painting is inspired by the artist Betty Blayton and her work titled Accepting Life Forces #3, which resonates deeply with Dr. Herron's narrative. The abstract shapes and soft pastel colors reflect her temperament; she possesses a gentle demeanor while exerting a profound impact on those around her.
Portrait Inspiration: Accepting Life Forces #3 by Betty Blayton |
Welcome New Studio Artist, |
Mary is originally from the city of San Cristóbal in the State of Táchira, in Venezuela. Mary studied Graphic Design and Illustration at Kendall College of Art and Design in Grand Rapids, MI. She is the fourth daughter of an American Mother and a Venezuelan Father. Looking to transform her work into something more meaningful Mary started using magazine cut outs in her works.
No paint or computers are involved in her work, only picture references, magazines, and any printed material she can get her hands on. This technique fits in well with Mary’s big interest into recycled art, conservation and the big impact of humans in nature.
Find her full bio here. |
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Inspired by Neighbors, for Neighbors |
During the month of January, City Gallery will be displaying the group show Faces of the Block, a display of portraits featuring long-term residents of the Martindale-Brightwood neighborhood.
This show engages with Harrison Center's mission of creating space to be seen and heard through art. The show's first installment, previously under the title Drawn to Neighbors, premiered in January 2023. This year will mark the third showing of this exhibit, curated by Caroline Park.
Brought to life by Harrison Center's weekly Storytelling Drawing program, a space for Martindale-Brightwood residents to recount life experiences in the neighborhood, and in turn for participants to listen and create, has produced countless pieces of art that seek to honor our neighbor's voices.
Read the full blog here. |
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Explore Polklore: Behind the Artifact |
Never used the Augmented Reality feature before at Polk? Come take a look at what stories are revealed with a touch at 1533 Lewis Street - we're open weekly on Mondays (1pm-5pm) and Thursdays (9am-5pm).
Fellow Kenny Mason demonstrates the technology behind pairing stories with artifacts by scanning the rolling pin generously donated to us by Miss Tee. Point, scan, and reveal the history of each object. Join us at Polk this week to learn more! |
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