Reimagining Pain Through Art
Reimagining Pain Through Art
Reimagining Pain Through Art Exhibition @ 1978 Arts Center, curated by Maplewood Arts and Culture and Pathways to Trust, is a monumental event celebrating the power of art as a therapeutic medium and a form of resilience amidst adversity. This exhibition emerges as a platform that not only showcases breathtaking artistic achievements but also serves to unite the community through healing and support initiatives.
Exhibiting Artists are marked by unwavering resilience and creativity, stands as a beacon of hope, courage, and undying spirit. We deeply admire not just their artistic talents, but also their triumph over adversity, utilizing art as a powerful form of therapy and a means to give back to the community that looks up to you.
Schedule Details:
Opening Reception
Date: Thursday, September 12
Time: 6-8:30 PM
Details: Featuring Pfizer
Performing Arts by Greg Burrus
Food Partner: Sandwicheria
"Paint Through Pain" (Mandala Workshop)
Date: September 28 (Open to Public)
Time: 2-4PM
Details: A therapeutic Art session focusing on expressing and healing through art.
Supplies: All supplies included
Partnership w/ Newark Beth Israel & Pathways to Trust
"Artist Talk & Spoken Word"
Date: Sunday, September 29th
Time: 2-4pm
"Meet the Author"
Date: Saturday, October 5
Partners: Sickle Cell Thalassemia Patient Network
Details: Featuring Sickle Cell Authors books where SCD is highlighted in
their stories
“Explore World Music”
Community Coalition on Race
Dates: Saturdays on October 5, 19, 26
Time: 10am-12pm
Supporting Partners:
https://www.maplewoodartsandculture.org
https://www.maplewoodnj.gov/government/public-health-social-services
https://www.pathwaystotrust.org
https://www.togetherforrare.com
https://caresparccommunityconnections.org
https://www.horizonnjhealth.com/ourplans/nj-familycarehttp://www.iamdmuse.com
https://sicklecellspeaks.com
https://www.communitycoalitiononrace.org
https://monalisaframing.com
https://www.rwjbh.org/childrens-hospital-of-nj-at-newark-beth-israel/treatment-care/child-life-services/expressive-therapies-programs/
https://www.maplewoodwheelhouse.com
https://homesalesbycaroline.com
https://artillerycreativecannon.com
All events take place at the 1978 Maplewood Arts Center
1978 Springfield Avenue
Maplewood, New Jersey
Additional Gallery Hours:
Saturdays & Sundays 2 - 4PM
9/14, 9/15, 9/21, 9/22, 9/28, 9/29, 10/5, 10/6, 10/12, 10/13