Covering local exhibitions, artists, galleries, and museums
Trang Huynh’s “Tangled Affections”
Maryland Hall, Annapolis; Through December 26th; Marylandhall.org
“Tangled Affections” offers a deeply personal journey through Trang Huynh’s memories, exploring the tangled web of emotions that are influenced by her past. Through a multimedia showcase with a primary focus on painting, complemented by printmaking, collage, and intricate laser-cut patterns, this exhibition serves as a visual memoir of love, pain, and forgiveness. Amidst the complexity and turmoil, “Tangled Affections” also offers a message of hope and resilience. By shining a light on the importance of forgiveness and the transformative power of healing, the exhibition encourages viewers to confront their own emotional landscapes and embark on a journey towards inner peace and understanding.
Theatre of Turmoil
The Mitchell Art Museum at St. John’s College, Annapolis; Now through December 8th; Sjc.edu/mitchell
The history of art is filled with images of chaos and turmoil. Some—of famous battles or revolutions—commemorate transformative, if violent, moments or episodes. Others depict mythic stories by Homer and others have been handed down through centuries. Still others visualize the more troubling aspects of daily life, such as fatal accidents or domestic violence. This exhibition of black-and-white reproductions from the Baroque to the present—featuring Gentileschi, Géricault, Goya, and many others—is intended to stimulate conversation on the role of such images in art, how these artworks reflect the anxieties of life, and the psycho-emotional impacts both have on us.
Small Originals: Members’ Exhibition
Waterfowl Building, Easton; November 22nd through December 29th; Academyartmuseum.org
For the 2024 season, the Academy Art Museum invited members to get creative, imaginative, and experimental around a Small Originals theme in any medium. The resulting exhibition will kick off the holiday season, when family visits and holiday cheer are at their peak. This year brings new awards in Fiber and Sporting Art, along with the traditional roster of awards for painting, prints, ceramics, and wood pieces.
Midnight Marauder
Chesapeake Arts Center, Brooklyn Park; November 11th through January 9th; Chesapeakearts.org
Midnight Marauder, a solo exhibition by Qrcky, delves into the enigmatic realm of nighttime exploration, where shadows dance with moonlight and secrets whisper beneath the stars. Through a collection of evocative artworks, the exhibition invites viewers to embark on a journey through the mysterious allure of the midnight hour. Drawing inspiration from Josef Albers’ exploration of color theory, Midnight Marauder dynamically shifts from stark black-and-white line art to vibrant hues, exploring the emotional resonance and depth that color evokes. Each piece immerses the audience in a dreamscape where imagination knows no bounds and reality blurs with fantasy, echoing the enigmatic spirit of the night.
