SPACE at Adolphus Tower presents Cedars Union Cohort IV: Material Realities at the Intersection of Process and Identity, a dynamic group exhibition showcasing recent work from select artists of The Cedars Union, a vibrant arts incubator located in Dallas’ Cedars neighborhood.
The public is invited to attend the opening reception on Thursday, February 13, from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m., where they will have the opportunity to meet the artists, engage with the works on display, and enjoy food, refreshments, and music.
This exhibition features work from the fourth cohort of artists participating in The Cedars Union’s incubator program. Artists in the Material Realities exhibit will explore themes of identity, materiality, and artistic process through a diverse range of media, including painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, and installation.
Curated by Randall Garrett, Gallery and Art Collection Manager of Dallas College, with collaboration from Danielle Naylor, Director of Operations at The Cedars Union, Taylor Gibson, Manager of Programming at The Cedars Union, and Frankie Garcia III, owner/director of FGIII Fine Art Productions, this exhibition offers a compelling look at the intersection of process and identity in contemporary art.
The exhibition will be open through March 21, 2025, with gallery hours on Thursdays and Fridays from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., and weekend visits available by appointment.
Featured artists include:
Cristina Alaya, Jean-Baptiste Assandre, Victoria Brill, Dakari Butler, Christian Cruz, Alec DeJesus, Arthur Fields, Lauren Fleniken, Christina Hanh, Sonny Martinez, Mikayla Magee, Dora Reynosa, and Leili Tavallaei. Emblematic of this collaboration is photographer Arthur Fields who is a current faculty member at the Brookhaven Campus of Dallas College, as well as a member of Cohort IV.
Formed in 2015, The Cedars Union serves as a creative hub, offering artists access to private and shared studio spaces, state-of-the-art tools, and valuable resources for professional development. Through this arts incubator, The Cedars Union fosters collaboration, nurtures emerging talent, and supports artists in advancing their craft.