Visual Interchange: The Context of Community, curated by Julia Ryan, explores the ways in which pieces of art, when viewed together, can affect the way we perceive each work. Like the communities we thoughtfully build in our daily lives, a community of art builds bridges between artists and viewers, while enriching perspectives.
Exhibition Statement:
There is a delicate balance we aspire to when trying to construct a quixotic community. In assembling, we can’t help but affect each other, for better and for worse. For example, a piece of art that stands alone can be evaluated essentially, and, perhaps, this strengthens the work. However, the meaning we derive from ample comparison, too, can enrich understanding and allow for complexities we never imagined. We strive for diverse communities, especially in urban settings, because we know it to be true that distinct voices, cultures, and ways of being, fortify our daily lives and our understanding of our place in this expansive world. The works in this exhibition bring together unique perspectives and styles from all over the greater Boston area, reflecting the nuances throughout our rich, and ever-evolving community.
Artists:
The exhibition features members of the UVA Board of Directors and Council of Advisors: Tsun Ming Chmielinski, Susan Loomis, Francis Gardino, Ruth Rieffanaugh, Brenda Gael McSweeney and Sarah Berry and UVA member Sarah Smigliani.