The Contemporary Dayton Artist Talk – Jeffrey Gibson
The Contemporary Dayton (The Co), presents artists that explore abstract patterns and saturated colors which draw directly from their own cultural histories and perspectives. These new exhibitions feature Dayton-based and nationally recognized artist, Heather Jones, Nigerian-born, Columbus-raised, Philadelphia-based, and internationally known artist, Odili Donald Odita, and Choctaw-Cherokee/Brooklyn-based artist and filmmaker, Jeffrey Gibson. Additionally, Odita will spend two weeks in Dayton ...
The Contemporary OPENING RECEPTION: Arturo Herrera, Tyler Macko & Kevin Jerome Everson
Enjoy an evening at The Co as we open three new exhibitions by international artist Arturo Herrera, Dayton-based artist Tyler Macko and Mansfield, Ohio based artist Kevin Jerome Everson. "Between," by Arturo Herrera will include recent work and a site-specific double wall mural by the globally renowned Venezuelan artist. "A voice from I don't know where," features new paintings by ...
CONVERSATIONS: Debbie Blunden-Diggs & DCDC
Dayton Contemporary Dance Company (DCDC) Artistic Director Debbie Blunden-Diggs is a formidable artist and accomplished choreographer, creating works for the company that have become part of its artistic blueprint. Her impact has permeated contemporary dance and her leadership includes the largest repertoire of works by nationally renowned African American choreographers in the world. Debbie will be be accompanied by fellow ...
Free Public Event: The Contemporary Opening Night
The Contemporary Dayton (The Co) presents two new exhibitions that explore the female form. These exhibitions will be on view from July 14 – October 1, 2023, in The Co’s galleries. The exhibitions are free and open to all Wednesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m., Sunday, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., and during Summer First Fridays with Scripted ...
The Contemporary Exhibition Opening Night: The Hole Belly
Opening Night: Oct 13, 2023 Members Preview with the Artist: 5-6pm / Public Reception 6-8pm. Exhibition Runs Oct 13, 2023 – Jan 14, 2024 THE DR. ROBERT BRANDT, JR. GALLERY AND THE IRA H. & SUSAN P. THOMSEN FAMILY GALLERY The Contemporary Dayton presents an ambitious exhibition of new work, created to fill the entirety of the Co’s four ...
LIVES LOVED: An Online Auction of Global Portraits by the Late Nature Photographer Barbara Jo Bailey to Benefit The Contemporary Dayton
Welcome to an enchanting online auction celebrating the remarkable legacy of the late Barbara Bailey, an extraordinary traveler, and an artist who masterfully captured the essence of nature and humanity through her lens. In honor of her unparalleled contributions to the world of photography, we are delighted to present a special event—“Lives Loved.” Throughout the month of February, join us ...