Ìīíïîinches is the lengthening of self that creation demands. It is the deep stretch of witnessing. It is black pride. It is the labor it takes to measure life poetically. It is translation and the space that it leaves behind. It is the width of queerness. It is a place that holds precious things, viewer included. It is outside … [Read more...]
Common Language: Dahlia Elsayed Reception
Common Language presents a series of works on paper and a site-specific ceramic installation by artist Dahlia Elsayed. Her allegorical landscapes use a symbolic vocabulary rooted in cartography, comics, and cosmology. Through Elsayed’s visual narrative, the exhibition explores the possibilities of transcultural visual communication, the potentials and limits of language, and … [Read more...]
Virtual Events to Check Out This Weekend
If you're looking for some fun events to pass the time, here are a few virtual events going on that you can tune into this week! Virtual Events Virtual Story Slam March 19 @ 7:00 PM https://www.instagram.com/p/B963J8CnO3v/ Join Art House Productions and No Dominion Theatre for their Virtual Story Slam, featuring themes includes "the fear of the unknown, finding … [Read more...]
Boundless Light: Sunil Garg Reception
Using light, form, color, and movement, Sunil Garg creates site-specific installations to turn NJCU’s Visual Arts Gallery into a multi-sensory environment which visitors can freely explore. Through Garg’s artistry, ordinary materials such as paper, chicken wire, and PVC are morphed into ethereal matter, constantly changing impressions, and reflecting colored lights. Although … [Read more...]
10 things to do during a period of social distancing
If you're looking for ways to keep yourself occupied, here are just a few things you can do while you spend more time at home! Take care of yourself There are a lot of news updates coming in and it can be overwhelming. Take breaks from social media so you don't get sucked into the stress. Use some face + eye masks and take a 20-minute break. Give yourself a … [Read more...]
Top things to do this weekend in Jersey City + New York City
There's always something fun going on in the area. Check out these local events and make some plans with friends! Jersey City Thursday St. Patrick's Week March 12 – March 16 Zeppelin Hall, 88 Liberty View Dr Celebrate St Patrick's Day with food and drink specials on the days leading up to it! Zeppelin Hall will be serving up six Irish dishes including the Irish … [Read more...]
NJ Spot – Van Gogh’s Ear Cafe
If you have ever wondered what it would be like to enter a famous painting, you have to visit Van Gogh’s Ear Cafe in Union, New Jersey. This whimsical and cozy cafe is like taking a step into The Starry Night. With a mural based off of the famous painting, live music twice a week, board games for rent and a two sided drink menu, this cafe is the perfect place to spend your … [Read more...]
5 new pop-ups + exhibits to check out this month
There's always something new popping up in Manhattan. Here are some new pop-ups and art installations to check out this month in New York City. The Nature of Color – American Museum of Natural History https://www.instagram.com/p/B9RwtRoAI-y/ From March 9 until summer 2021, you can stop by the American Museum of Natural History to check out The Nature of Color. This … [Read more...]
Opening Reception of **RETURN OF THE MOTHERSHIP** — An all female group show
Please join us THIS SATURDAY NIGHT, March 7th, from 6-11pm, for the Opening Reception of *RETURN OF THE MOTHERSHIP*, an all female group show featuring extraordinary works by 12 artists working in a variety of mediums. Each artist in this show has a unique approach to expressing their creative urge. Come see what they have to share. *RETURN OF THE MOTHERSHIP* includes … [Read more...]
Facets of Women
Casa Colombo is pleased to present an art exhibit featuring Maria G. Facciola, Xenia Liu, and Mollie Thonneson. … [Read more...]
Top things to do this weekend in Jersey City + NYC
As the weather warms up and the sun comes out, enjoy some fun activities + events in the area! Jersey City Thursday SJC GREEN Drinks + TREES March 5 @ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Atlas Public House, 130 Newark Ave Join Sustainable JC as they discuss developments to their tree-mapping initiative and enjoy $5 happy hour specials till 8PM. This event has a $5 suggested … [Read more...]
Top things to do this weekend in Jersey City + NYC
Close out February and ring in March with a bunch of great events in the area. Hudson County Thursday JCTC Celebration of Community Through the Arts February 27 @ 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Jersey City Theater Center, 339 Newark Ave Join the Jersey City Theater Center for their annual holiday celebration! They'll be bringing the community together with a night of music, … [Read more...]
Art Fair 14C 2020
The second annual Art Fair 14C is February 21 - 23, 2020 International art fair: 56 fine art exhibitors from 4 countries, 300+ artists •Special showcase for Jersey City and New Jersey artists •Mission based non-profit At the Hyatt Regency at Exchange Place, Jersey City See amazing art! Add to your art collection or start one! Tickets can be purchased … [Read more...]
