The Contemporary Dayton – Artist Talk
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 ...
CONVERSATIONS: vanessa german
The Contemporary Dayton presents THE BLUE MOTHER, an installation of sculptural works by artist and activist vanessa german that celebrate the human form as a vessel of power and change. A visual storyteller, german utilizes assemblage and mixed media, combining locally found objects to build protective ritualistic structures known as her power figures or tar babies. Modeled on Congolese Nkisi ...
Artists’ Talk: Andy Snow
ANDY SNOW: TIME BENDS, SPACE BLENDS MAY 10 – AUGUST 10, 2024 DOWNLOAD GALLERY GUIDE The Contemporary Dayton is proud to present a series of new photographs by Andy Snow. Using source imagery from his 2014 project in which he commemorated the 100 year anniversary of the Great 1913 Flood by pairing historical images with those same or similar scenes ...
Opening Night | Fall Exhibitions at The Contemporary Dayton
The Contemporary Dayton (The Co) announces three new exhibitions. Curtis Mann: Precious Blood and Sean Wilkinson: Flora, September 6-December 21, 2024, are presented in conjunction with the multi-city FotoFocus Biennial. John Lauer: Demon Heads will be presented October 26- December 21, 2024. ABOUT THE FOTOFOCUS BIENNIAL Curtis Mann: Precious Blood and Sean Wilkinson: Flora are part of The 2024 FotoFocus ...
Friday Mindfulness & Meditation – Arcade Arts + Wellness Series
Arcade Arts + Wellness Summer Series July 12 – September 6, 2024 Join us at the Arcade! Free and open to all. All sessions require Eventbrite signup and on-site waivers. WEDNESDAYS Yoga | Rotating Instructors 5:30-6:30 PM | Arcade’s Rotunda REGISTRATION LINK THURSDAYS Movement Therapy Jul 18, 25, Aug 1, 8 | Qigong, Leslie Dworkin Aug 15, 22, ...
ECHOES | The Contemporary Dayton Art Dinner
You're invited to an exclusive evening where art and technology converge to create a culinary experience unlike any other. Immerse your senses in a world of wonderment as cutting-edge technology enhances every bite, every sip, and every glance. Join us in a secret location for a night where flavors are amplified, visuals are electrified, and the boundaries of sensory indulgence ...