Alexandra Rutsch Brock
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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."
