Two new exhibitions are opening at LHAC featuring the works of Afro-Cuban artist Victor Mora and a collaborative series by Sue Fox and Chris Moss. Mora’s illustrations, entitled “ORISHA! ORISHA! ORIXA!,” depict Orishas, mystical characters of ancient West African mythology who are connected with nature and daily human experience. Next month, guest curator Christopher Swain will be hosting a Family Day book reading of O is for Orisha, which was written by Swain and illustrated by Mora, to accompany the exhibition. Fox and Moss’ series, “Habit,” explores the kinship between the two artists’ work. Though they had never previously met and shared no geographical or personal connections, their work bears a similarly distinctive palette and division of the picture plane. Their collaboration shows parallel explorations into abstraction, with meticulous attention to form, color and emotion. “ORISHA! ORISHA! ORIXA” and “Habit” are both on view through Oct. 11.
WHO: Opening Receptions
WHEN: Thursday, July 3, 8 p.m.
WHERE: Lyndon House Arts Center
HOW MUCH: FREE!
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