In Light Of
Bridgeport, CT — The Crown Gallery, nestled within the historic walls of the Metro Arts Studio, has unveiled an extraordinary exhibition that transcends the ordinary. “In Light Of” invites visitors to explore the interplay between light and dark, textures and materials—a captivating dance that weaves themes of perception, environment, connection, and separation.
As you step into the gallery, the air hums with anticipation. The space itself seems to breathe—a symphony of old and new, where the echoes of the past harmonize with contemporary expression. The Crown Corset factory building, now beautifully renovated, cradles this artistic haven on its ground floor.
The exhibition features sculptures, installations, and prints, each a universe unto itself created by Tamara Dimitri, Nadia Martinez, and Debbie Smith—the trio of participating artists—The serenity of the surface belies the depths beneath. As light dances across these works, it reveals hidden currents—an invitation to plunge into the artist’s psyche. Their shared language transcends mere materials; it speaks of resilience, longing, and the human need for connection.
“In Light Of” is more than an exhibition; it’s an odyssey. As you move through the gallery, allow your senses to merge with the play of light and shadow. Let the whispers of history and the pulse of the present guide you. Perhaps, just perhaps, you’ll find yourself between worlds—where the ordinary becomes extraordinary, and the darkness holds its own luminescence.
My sculptural installations and prints featured are: "Between the Lines", "Finding Beauty in the Cracks", "Say It Loud but With Love," and "Touched by a Thousand Hands"
These pieces confidently celebrate resilience with boldness and tenderness. The resistors symbolize strength, while the crystals refract light, echoing hope. The imperfections, the cracks, reveal hidden beauty. Just as orange peels bear scars, our own vulnerabilities can be sources of strength, and the 24K gold adds value while highlighting the break. Each resistor represents a touch, a connection. When combined, they form a powerful network, a testament to our shared humanity. The fabric absorbs ink, preserving fleeting thoughts and unspoken stories.
Exhibition Details:
- Title: In Light Of
- Dates: March 26 to May 6, 2023
- Location: Crown Gallery @ Metro Arts Studio, Bridgeport, CT
Join us in this luminous exploration. The gallery doors await, and within them, a thousand stories unfold.
Crown Gallery 345 Railroad Ave, Bridgeport, CT, 06604 Gallery Hours: Thursday through Saturday, 12 to 4 PM (and by appointment)
