Photo: Edgar Santana, “BXNY, Knuckles”, 2023

INGENUITY: ART & ENTREPRENEURSHIP OF THE BRONX

February 23 - April 6

Opening Reception: Friday, February 23rd at 6:30pm

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Curated by Jordan Horton

Artists:

Stephanie Ayala

Michael Paul Britto

Lisa Dubois

Edgar Santana

Jose “Tutes” Tutiven

Jomar “MSVDA” Velez

February 13, 2024 - The Bronx River Art Center is pleased to present its latest exhibition, Ingenuity: Art & Entrepreneurship of the Bronx, curated by Jordan Horton. This show features photography and film that reveals the diverse Bronx community through the eyes of local artists.

Seven dynamic Bronx-based artists serve as the visionary architects of this exhibition, channeling the heartbeat of their cityscapes to illuminate Bronx and New York iconography with depth and familiarity. Through their lens, they redefine the ordinary, revealing the remarkable magnificence of everyday scenes. Ingenuity becomes a testament to the Bronx's dynamic essence and cultural significance, vividly portraying its strength and vitality through the prism of artistic expression.

Through the exhibition viewers witness a visual journey elucidating the multifaceted layers of Bronx life, as interpreted by its creative community. This celebration of the Bronx's unique identity not only captivates but also serves as a poignant reminder of the profound talent and boundless creativity thriving within our local photographers.

The Bronx River Art Center pays homage to the entrepreneurial spirit pulsating within these artists' veins in parallel with the exhibition. By fostering a collaborative workspace, BRAC provides a nurturing environment where creativity flourishes and ideas converge. For the duration of the exhibition, BRAC seeks to empower these artists to share resources, exchange insights, and coalesce their visions, further enriching the cultural landscape of the Bronx and beyond.

Ingenuity: Art & Entrepreneurship of the Bronx is a source of inspiration, igniting a conversation on the transformative power of art, community, and entrepreneurial endeavor. In the vibrant tapestry of global culture, the Bronx emerges as a guiding light, offering invaluable cues and boundless inspiration to all seeking to weave their creativity and innovation narrative.

In addition to the show's theme, BRAC will highlight and celebrate Black artists' life-changing inventions and culturally defining moments through a performance by the classical music group Juneteenth LP Saturday, February 24, 2024 at 4:30PM on the exhibition's opening weekend.

Find out more about the Juneteenth performance HERE

Edgar Santana, “Westchester Avenue”, 2023