Finding Your Senses: Adaptation Ability
Co-Curated by Cathy Carey and Josie Rodriguez
"Finding Your Senses" serves as a catalyst for introspection, empathy, and appreciation of the diverse ways in which humans perceive and experience the world. By fostering a deeper understanding of the mutable nature of sensory perception, the exhibit encourages visitors to embrace differences, cultivate empathy, and celebrate the richness of human experience. The exhibit prompts reflection on how alterations in sensory perception, whether due to trauma or aging, can profoundly affect individuals and communal understanding.
This invitational exhibit delves into the fascinating realm of sensory perception. Artists participating in this event will present works that invite viewers to contemplate the profound influence of our senses. Some pieces will explore how alterations in sensory perception, whether due to trauma or aging, can fundamentally shape individual experiences. Others will examine the senses as a dynamic process through which we engage with and interpret the world around us. This exhibit promises to be a captivating exploration of the human experience through the lens of our senses. All mediums from fiber, painting, collage, assemblage, sculpture, light, photography, auditory, olfactory and visual experiences are encouraged, as well as taste and touch curated encounters.
As part of your submission, you are requested to write up an Artwork Statement about your piece/pieces of art describing the relationship to the theme. Consider not using the idea of “disability”, rather document the ability and the courage it takes to adapt. We’ll host opportunities for local residents to respond to your work through making, discussing, and viewing programs.
Cathy Carey, Director of Programming will work with each artist to select pieces for the show. Additionally, for all of our exhibits, we host related programming to encourage visitors to explore the art through making, viewing, or discussing experiences. To that end, we invite exhibiting artists to participate in community-based art workshops, docent-led tours, artist panels, or live art-making demos.
Exhibit Details
Exhibit Duration: June 5 – July 25th, 2024
Deliver Artworks: Thursday May 30, Friday May 31 from 11 – 5
First Reception: Saturday June 8, from 12 – 2
Docent Tour: June 21 from 1-3
Docent Tour: July 19 from 1-3
Second Reception: Saturday July 20, from 12 – 2
Pick up Artworks: Friday July 26 from 11 – 5 and Saturday July 27 from 11 - 4
Front Porch Gallery Mission
Front Porch Gallery is an arts nonprofit and dynamic art space in Carlsbad, CA committed to increasing access to creative opportunities for older people and adults with disabilities, providing an inclusive and inspiring environment for creative expression and meaningful connections. With intergenerational exchange at the core of our mission, Front Porch Gallery offers a dynamic combination of rotating gallery exhibitions, creative programming, and community initiatives. Front Porch Gallery is a community service of Front Porch.
Participation Benefits
As an artist in the show, we will promote you in our social media, newsletters, inclusion in both receptions, QR codes that viewers can access from labels that give a deep dive into your work on a separate webpage. 60% of art sales go directly to the exhibiting artist, with no entry fees. We would love it if you also invited your audience to experience the exhibit and related programming.
Front Porch Gallery
2903 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA 92008
Contact: Cathy Carey
760-229-1360 ccarey@frontporch.net
PARKING: Parking available in the blocks around the Gallery or call ahead if you need assistance
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