On View: LUMINOSITY - The Ocean Between VIII
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On View: LUMINOSITY - The Ocean Between VIII

LUMINOSITY showcases international and local artists exploring the fluid intersections of culture, imagination, and personal mythology.

By Oliva Gallery

Location

Oliva Gallery

3816 West Armitage Avenue Chicago, IL 60647

About this event

  • Event lasts 3 hours

LUMINOSITY: The Ocean Between VIII

Oliva Gallery

Free Admission

Gallery Hours

Fridays • 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Saturdays • 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

About the Exhibition

LUMINOSITY: The Ocean Between VIII brings together a dynamic roster of international and Chicago-based artists whose work reflects the fluid intersections of culture, imagination, and personal mythology. The exhibition explores light, not only as a visual phenomenon, but as a metaphor for transformation, connection, and creative vision.

Through diverse media including painting, sculpture, mixed media, and installation, the featured artists illuminate the conceptual distance between places, people, and identities, transforming it into a shared space of artistic inquiry.

Participating artists include: Betty Kirk Chernansky, Bishal Manandhar, Bonnie Katz, Dale Pesmen, Franz Betz, Harro D.B Schmidt, Jenny Chernansky, Judith Meyer, Kao Ra Zen, Kathryn Hempel, Kevin B.Chatham, Lars Schumacher, Lori Kaplan, Marianna Buchwald, Michaela Hanemann, and Tamara Wasserman.

Programming Schedule

Friday, July 18 | 5–9 PM Opening Reception – All artists present. MC: Kao Ra Zen

Saturday, July 19 | 1–3 PM Entwined: Banner Making – Kathryn Hempel, Bishal Manandhar, Lori Kaplan, Tamara Wasserman

Monday, July 21 | 3–6 PM Image Transfer Techniques – Jenny & Betty Kirk Chernansky

Saturday, July 26 | 12–4 PM Light Sculptures – Franz Betz

Sunday, July 27 | 3–5 PM Mask Theater & Filming – Marianna Buchwald

Monday, July 28 | 8–10 PM Multimedia Light & Projections – Harro D.B. Schmidt

Saturday, August 9 | 1–3 PM Drawing & Collage – Bonnie Katz & Michaela Hanemann

Thursday, August 14 | 9–11 PM Film Screening – Group 312 Films, curated by Kevin B. Chatham

Friday, August 15 | 5–8 PM Lecture: Intuition & Artmaking – Judith Meyer

Saturday, August 16 | 12–7 PM Luminosity Visual Arts & Performances – Closing day events with performances, music, and MC Kao Ra Zen

Saturday, August 16 | 2–5 PM Collage & Thinking: Writing Workshop – Dale Pesmen

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Oliva Gallery

Oliva Gallery is a premier art and design gallery dedicated to showcasing exceptional works from established and emerging artists and designers from around the world, with a focus on contemporary art in all its forms. Our collection includes paintings, sculptures, digital art, mixed media installations, and other inspiring pieces that provide visitors with a diverse and engaging experience. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all our guests, and offer a range of programs and events designed to engage and educate art and design enthusiasts of all ages and backgrounds. From exhibitions and artist talks to design workshops and networking events, our events provide an opportunity for guests to explore our collection, meet our team, and connect with other like-minded individuals. Whether you are a seasoned collector or simply appreciate beautiful design, we invite you to join us and discover something new at Oliva Gallery.

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