West Gallery

January - December 30, 2025

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Curators Statement:

“Even in stillness, there is movement.” – Anonymous

 

Visitors can embark on an artistic odyssey with "Harmonizing Dimensions," a curated collection delving into the intricate interplay of motion, time, and rhythm. This transformative exploration shapes and defines the creative landscape, leaving an enduring imprint on the ever-evolving art world.

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As we navigate the swift tapestry of the 21st century, our understanding of motion, time, and rhythm in art undergoes a profound transformation. Technological advancements and global connectivity dissolve traditional boundaries, providing artists with new realms to explore.

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Step into this odyssey at the Blanden, where artworks come alive dynamically, transcending conventional expressions. Let the masterpieces converge in your mind, facilitating a harmonious dialogue between motion, time, and rhythm. Across diverse mediums, artists showcase how movement breathes life into their works, time influences narratives, and rhythm orchestrates unique artistic experiences.

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Working in varied mediums, these artists share a profound grasp of the interplay among fundamental forces. Witness how motion is captured in brushstrokes, time in sculpture, and rhythm in the arrangement of forms and colors. The exhibition encourages an exploration of the dynamic relationship between the static and kinetic, tangible, and ephemeral, finite, and infinite – offering profound insights into the role of motion, time, and rhythm in shaping artistic expression.

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"Harmonizing Dimensions" invites you on a transformative journey where motion, time, and rhythm converge, unlocking uncharted realms of artistic expression. Celebrate the visionary contributions of artists worldwide as they entice us to delve into the profound mysteries within these elemental dimensions.

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May this exhibition inspire you to embrace the ever-shifting dynamics of life, fostering a deeper appreciation for the interconnected dance of motion, time, and rhythm in the realm of art.

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East Gallery

Nov 1 - January 24, 2026

 

Exhibit Statement:

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Walking In Traffic is a meditation on movement – hesitation and trust, chaos and flow. Inspired by a moment in Cairo, where a young man I’d met the night before in the hotel restaurant reappeared just as my mother and I stood stranded before six relentless lanes of traffic. When I asked how to cross, he simply said with calm certainty, “You just have to go, They will stop for you.“ Then, with quiet confidence, he guided us forward, and what had seemed impossible, became fluid and instinctive.

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That same trust – stepping into uncertainty with faith – is echoed in my artistic practice when I enter my studio. But in this relentless political climate, where chaos overwhelms and uncertainty stretches endlessly, creating feels like an act of defiance – both necessary, and impossibly difficult. Some days the weight of it all dulls instinct; other days the work itself becomes the only way forward.

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As a third-generation textile artist, my work is deeply inspired by the passions and explorations of my mother and grandmother, women who instilled in me a reverence for fabric – its history, its makers, and the memories it holds. Working with vintage textiles, I honor the hands that wove them before me, preserving their essence, while transforming them into a contemporary narrative.

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Through intuitive cutting, piecing, and layering, each work becomes more than material – it is a bridge between generations, a conversation across cultures, and a declaration that even in uncertainty, we continue forward, shaping what comes next.

Second Floor Gallery

Nov 22, 2025 - January 17, 2026

 

Artist Statement

My parents no longer reside in my childhood home. Their current home is filled with items that I grew up surrounded by and the memories that those objects hold, but they are now contained within foreign walls. I live 1000 miles away from where I grew up while my parents live 5 miles from my childhood home.

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I am interested in how the process of representing those closest to me photographically can be fraught with an array of emotions while something as simple as observing a ray of light on the kitchen floor can reveal a personal truth. I find it curious how a family portrait can speak volumes while simultaneously giving little insight into the lives of those in the image. For example, I am not pictured in the small family photo that sits on my parents' mantle because my mother was pregnant with me at the time.

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This project is an acknowledgement and exploration of the inherent joy and sorrow that comes with the passage of time and the redefining of my relationship with my parents, their home, and how I fit into the current picture.

 

Artist Bio

Alyss Vernon is an experienced contemporary art gallery director and fine art photographer. She explores themes of life, loss, home, and belonging through photography, video, and book arts. Her work has been exhibited and held in private collections internationally. Alyss holds a BFA in photography and art history from New Mexico State University and an MA and MFA in photography from the University of Iowa.

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“My photographic practice has always served as a facilitator for processing and making sense of the internal and external forces at play in my life. I tend to explore themes of flawed memory, loss, familial relationships, disappointment, and curiosity among others.

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While my photos are a result of my personal experiences, the imagery allows viewers to join my exploration and still have room to attach their own interpretations to the work.”