Opening Reception | Moonrise: Illuminating Artistic Connections Across Asia, the Pacific and Beyond

Opening Reception | Moonrise

April 17 | 6:30-8 PM

Details:

Attendance is free - RSVP encouraged

Light refreshments and snacks provided

Live music and performances throughout the evening

Ample street parking is available on 1st Ave. and on Utah Ave.

Event Partners:

Live Music and Performance details to come

About the Exhibition:

Moonrise: Illuminating Artistic Connections Across Asia, the Pacific, and Beyond invites visitors to explore the interconnected world of art, where cultures meet, ideas travel, and creative expressions transcend geographical boundaries. In celebration of AAPI Heritage Month, this exhibition showcases how the artistic practices of Asia, the Pacific Islands, and beyond intersect, drawing upon shared histories and the ongoing flow of influence across borders.

While not the original inspiration for this show, the moon emerged as a natural throughline connecting the diverse works on display. The moon—a universal symbol of cyclical change and the passage of time—serves as a subtle yet profound thread, highlighting how artistic traditions and contemporary practices are intertwined, often through the movement of people, stories, and ideas. Featuring works from a wide range of artists, including those from Asian, Pacific Islander, and diasporic communities, as well as artists from other parts of the world who engage with these regions' artistic legacies, the exhibition celebrates the richness of global cultural exchange.

Through a variety of media, the exhibition examines the transformative power of art as it evolves, adapting to new contexts while honoring its roots.

Featured Artists:

LUCIA HWANG

Gretchen V Hansen

Lezlie Jane

Kyong Oh

Louis Phung

Michiko Tanaka

Khwanchira (Nual) Chindamanee

Grace Kim

Wei Lin

Candy Qu

Wynonna Susilo

Ryan Weimer

ARMAN KARIMI

Karen Chang

Jennifer Seo

This exhibition was curated by Kelly Cook and MiYoung Margolis.