Art

Fragments: of self, of history, of identity

The Long Beach Creative Group is collaborating with Yulia Gasio, assistant professor of Foundation Studies & Drawing/Painting Programs at Cal State University Long Beach, to present Fragments: of self, of history, of identity, which will feature work by BFA and MFA students in CSULB’s Drawing and Painting program. The exhibition opens March 5 and continues through April 1. 

“Much of this work was developed during the pandemic,” said Gasio. “Having undergone a forced two-year isolation in the recent past, this body of work is honest and unfiltered, exploring their most intimate personal narratives, revealing psychological and historical insights through a variety of approaches and media.”

Ajcip Estephania, The New Supper. Mixed media

“This is a great opportunity for students to have their work exhibited outside the academic environment,” Said LBCG board president Marka Burns. “LBCG is pleased that we are able to showcase these amazing artists from the CSULB School of Art. 

Castillo Johnny Aquel Dia en el Bus That Day on the Bus oil on canvas

Featured artists include Estephania Ajcip, Julie Belousson, Sarah Brown, Johnny Castillo, Gloria Ceballos, Amy Doyo, Derick Edwards, Pat Estes, Meredith Freeman, Alexis Harvey, Selina Landeros, Masie Love, Miguel Mendoza, Sheila Roman, Abigail Taugher and Kayleigh Ziehler-Martin.

This exhibition is made possible, in part, by a grant from the Arts Council for Long Beach, and the ongoing support of the Briggs Family Trust.

Harvey Alexis. Peer Pier. Acrylic and oil

The LBCG is an established consortium of experienced artists, educators, and art enthusiasts engaged in creating exhibit space and opportunities for local artists through curated exhibits and events. The gallery is open to the public Fridays through Sundays, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. No appointment is required. 

Time: 1 to 4 p.m., March 5, with artist talks from 5 to 7 p.m., March 12 and March 19.

Cost: Free

Details: LongBeachCreativeGroup.com

Venue:  LBCG/Roderick Briggs Memorial Gallery, 2221 East Broadway, Long Beach

Melina Paris

Melina Paris is a Southern California-based writer, who connects local community to ARTS & Culture, matters of Social Justice and the Environment. Melina is also producer and host of Angel City Culture Quest podcast, featured on RLN website and wherever you get your podcasts.

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