Alexandra Rutsch Brock
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Beneath the Visible
9/13/2026
“Beneath the Visible”
Exhibition On View: September 17th - October 25th Public
Opening Reception: Thursday, September 17th, 6pm - 8pm
ArtsFest Open House: Saturday, October 17th, 10am - 4pm
Artist Talk: Thursday, October 22nd, 6pm - 8pm
Pelham Art Center is pleased to announce Beneath the Visible, an exhibition curated by Alexandra Rutsch Brock.
The exhibition explores what lies beneath what we see: the unseen processes of growth, erosion, memory, and change that shape both the natural world.
When we are among the trees—among the leaves, roots, wind, and strata—we are reminded that nature is not static, but continually forming and reforming itself.
Beneath the Visible brings together six artists who engage with nature as process, material, memory, and transformation. Their works move between surface and depth, growth and decay, presence and absence. Through varied approaches and materials, the artists consider the ways nature can function simultaneously as collaborator, metaphor, and force—shaping, transforming, and inviting us to reconsider our relationship to the world around us.
In the words of curator Alexandra Rutsch Brock, “Together, these artists ask us to slow down and look closely—to notice textures, traces, layers, and subtle shifts. Their works move between the tangible and the imagined, revealing that what we see is only part of a larger process… The artists gathered here remind us that nature is not merely something we observe. It is something we inhabit, participate in, and carry within us… Growth, decay, memory, and transformation are not separate experiences but interconnected cycles.”
please visit Beneath the Visible – Pelham Art Center
or contact the gallery at admin@pelhamartcenter.org.
Evidence of the Unexpected
5/27/2025
Evidence of the Unexpected
Opening Reception: Sunday, June 1, 1 to 3 PM The Crown Gallery at Metro Arts Studios
Participating artists include Alexandra Rutsch Brock, Petey Brown, Mark Rosenthal, and Jacqueline Shatz.
This exhibit brings together the evocative work of four artists exploring the edges of perception through ceramics and paintings. This dynamic exhibit delves into the intricacies of observation, the fleeting nature of time, and the complexity of existence. With a blend of quirky invention and emotional depth, the artists present imagined figures, surreal forms, and layered narratives that challenge reality while honoring its impermanence.
The exhibit runs from June 1 to July 19. Gallery hours: Thursday through Saturday, 12 to 4 PM and by appointment. www.metroartstudios.org/crowngallery
www.metroartstudios.org/events 203-450-6720
About Metro Art Studios Located at 345 Railroad Avenue in the South End of Bridgeport, Metro Art Studios occupies a lovingly renovated, formerly abandoned, three-story corset factory and provides premium art studio space to 41 artists working in a wide variety of mediums including painting, drawing, sculpture, jewelry, fiber, printmaking, mixed media, and more. Crown Gallery, on the first floor of Metro, presents the work of area and regional artists six times a year in invitational, curated, and juried exhibits, providing inspirational, thought-provoking art work on a broad range of themes and topics.
To learn more about these exhibits and all of the diverse programming at Metro Art Studios, please visit www.metroartstudios.org.
JANUS - curated by Katharine Dufault
1/5/2025
JANUS
Curated by Katharine Dufault
Featuring Idil Barkan, Alexandra Rutsch Brock, Brantner DeAtley, Katharine Dufault, Kiki Dufault, Patricia Fabricant, Guzman, Ellen Letcher, Maggie Mailer, Henry Murphy, Tess Recordon, Noah Schmitz, Denise Sfraga, Julie Torres
January 9 – March 2, 2025 | Opening Reception: January 11, 2025Susan Eley Fine Art is pleased to present an exhibition organized by guest curator Katharine Dufault. The show includes 15 artists whose works range from sculpture, to painting, to photography.
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In the words of curator Katharine Dufault regarding her exhibition concept: "Janus is the double-faced Roman god who looks backward and forward simultaneously. This duality evokes the idea of being on threshold, standing at the entrance to a portal between worlds. It suggests a moment of transition, where the boundaries between realities blur, offering a glimpse into magical realms. It is, perhaps, and opportunity to perceive or even embrace something extraordinary, a fleeting moment of connection to the mysterious and the sublime.
Artists have been selected for their ability to transport viewers to new and
imaginative places. Through abstract paintings that capture a sense of movement,
photographs offering modern interpretations of the theme, or sculptures that allude
to hidden worlds, each piece serves as a portal. These artworks invite the viewer
to step through and explore. They challenge perceptions and ignite the
imagination, offering a bridge between the tangible and the intangible. Each artist’s
vision contributes to a larger narrative of discovery and transformation. By
engaging with these works, the audience is encouraged to embrace the unknown
and to see the world—and themselves—in a new light."
Among Friends 4
4/30/2024
2024
AMONG FRIENDS 4 is a wrap! This year’s iteration took place at Metaphor Projects in Downtown Brooklyn, thanks to Rene Lynch and Julian Jackson for opening their space up to us. We had 265 artists this time and raised $9,000 for Planned Parenthood! We couldn’t do it without our team of volunteers!METAPHOR PROJECTS is pleased to host
AMONG FRIENDS 4
Organized by
ALEXANDRA RUTSCH BROCK, BETH DARY and PATRICIA FABRICANT
April 5 through 14, 2024
Gallery hours: April 5-7 & April 10-14 12-6pm
METAPHOR PROJECTS, 382 ATLANTIC AVE, BROOKLYN, NY 11217
Inspired by the Robert Rauschenberg artwork Hiccups, this is the fourth iteration of this event.
The show features over 200 artists’ work, each on 9”x7” paper zipped together into one continuous exuberant installation.
Among Friends reflects and responds to the strength and illumination
we find through art, friendship and community.
All art works priced at $300.
10% of sales donated to Planned Parenthood
2024
