May 17–June 21, 2024
The Mosesian Center for the Arts presents an exhibition of artwork inspired by literature, the written word, folk tales, and tales of all kinds from fairy tales to narratives that are autobiographical or speak of the human condition. This exhibition ties into the theme of Our Stories, 2024 Annual Benefit and Mosesian Awards on May 21. Honorees of the evening include critically acclaimed novelist and screenwriter, Tom Perrotta, and the team behind the Earfull Series: Jen Trynin, Tim Huggins, Michael Creamer, and Jon Lupfer.
Visual arts have been inspired by the written word since antiquity. There are strong connections between literature and visual arts. Words paint pictures and artists interpret and / or are influenced by stories. The influence goes both ways, as stories are influenced by images as well. Artists working in all media are encouraged to submit artwork that combines text and image or interprets stories ranging from well-known literary pieces to personal writings.
Poetry, novels, songs are often enhanced by images. Children books are made more vivid when accompanied by pictures. Album covers and music videos come to life when combined with visuals. Artworks such as painting, drawing, printmaking, collage, video, and sculpture that emphasize storytelling, or are influenced by the written word, are featured in this exhibition.
Important Dates:
Drop off Dates: Saturday, May 4, 2024, 10:00 AM–12:00 PM / Tuesday, May 7, 10:30 AM–3:00 PM
*Shipped work must be received no later than May 10
Exhibition Opens: May 17
Reception: Thursday, June 6, 5:30–7:30 PM
Exhibition Closes: June 21
Artwork Pick Up: Sunday, June 23, 11:30 AM–1:30 PM and Tuesday, June 25, 10:30 AM– 3:00 PM
*Please note that the Mosesian Center for the Arts reserves the right to make minor adjustments to the exhibition timeline.
Exhibiting Artists:
Lu Adami, Yasmin Arshad (Gateway Arts Thibodeau), Heather Balchunas, Paula Pitman Brown, Dede Booth, Karen Carcia, Diem Dangers, Camille DeMarco, Laura Palmer Edwards, Jack Energy, Sara Emara, Shoshanna Ehrlich, Leslie Evans, Maria Field (Gateway Arts Thibodeau), Wendy Wolf Fine, Laura Frader, Kathy Felgran, Chrys Corn Goodman, Jane Goldman, Jennifer Goya, Martha Heller, Connie Henry, Ruth Henry, Mara Holbrook, Aleta Larkin, Charley Lightstone, Kristine Laping, Caly Van Leeuwen, Mary Barton-Lech, Adrienne Der Marderosian, Kerri McGill, Anne McNevin, Sarah Morrison, Michele O’Brien, Peg O’Connell, Susan Plant, Samuel Price, Claudia Ravaschiere, Jonathan Ralton, Deborah Roth, Mark Richards, Cherryl Russo (Gateway Arts Thibodeau), Karla Rydrych, Marilene Sawaf, Namrata Siviya, Robert Smyth, Heather Meri Stewart, Matthew Treggiari (Gateway Arts Thibodeau), Johanna Finnegan Topitzer, Keith Tornheim, Rob Wilstein, Celia Wright, Kathleen Wynn, Erin Zerbe
Featured Image:
Camille DeMarco, 1926
