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CDCP x WCDC Present: Lizzee Solomon
Mar
16
to May 25

CDCP x WCDC Present: Lizzee Solomon

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CDCP x WCDC Present: Lizzee Solomon

Artist Reception: Saturday, March 16th 12:00 pm-3:00pm

On view: March 16th - May 25th, 2024
Gallery hours: Saturdays 12-5pm

Join CDCP and WCDC for our third collaborative show of the season, featuring new work by artist Lizzee Solomon.

I make art that enlivens and captures the imagination. Using a unique blend of mixed media techniques, I create bold portraits of a wide range of subjects, both real and imagined. The vibrant color palette I use is inspired by my experience woodcarving in rural Oaxaca, Mexico. There, I learned how to transform copal tree chunks into alebrijes - brilliantly colored sculptures of wild creatures.

My studio practice is meticulous and tedious at times, fueled by my compulsion to complete visual puzzles, and the desire to work with my hands doing small tasks. I choose to work this way for its unexpected meditative qualities. I am entranced by every nuance of my subjects, creating shapes out of shadows, patterns out of pores, and exaggerating distinctive features.

Each work begins as a drawing, resembling a puzzle. After software processing, I use a CNC laser cutter to fabricate the components using colorful plastic, birch plywood, and adhesive vinyl. After assembling the parts, the whole semi-nightmarish portrait emerges with satisfying textures and juicy colors. Working this way allows me to create artwork for a wider range of collectors. I am a strong believer in art that is accessible, not out-of-reach.

About Lizzee:

Lizzee Solomon was born in New York, NY, and grew up in suburban Chicago, IL. She earned a BFA in Studio Art and Hispanic Studies at Carnegie Mellon University in 2011. Lizzee is based in Pittsburgh and participates in group and solo exhibitions as an artist and curator in the region. In addition to her studio practice, Lizzee is a commercial artist, working with businesses to elevate their products and brands using a combination of new and traditional techniques. Lizzee also has over fifteen years of professional teaching experience, having taught at the Carnegie Museum of Art, TechShop, and Pittsburgh Center for the Arts. She is currently an instructor and Board Member at Protohaven in Wilkinsburg.

WCDC's Lohr Gallery

725 Wood St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15221

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CDCP x WCDC present: Jasmine Green Opening Reception
Dec
9
12:00 PM12:00

CDCP x WCDC present: Jasmine Green Opening Reception

CDCP x WCDC Present: Jasmine Green

Artist Reception: Saturday, December 9th, 12:00pm-3:00pm

On view: December 9th, 2023 - February 24th, 2024
Gallery hours: Saturdays 12-5pm

Black women exist within an unrelenting ecosystem built to convince us that we are insufficient. To persevere, counternarratives that remind us of our humanity are crucial. As a painter and poet, my work exists as a safe harbor for Black women and girls, centering themes such as mental health, systemic oppression, joy, liberatory visions, and power.


I practice mainly in acrylic media but also engage in digital painting, tufting, and laser cutting. What excites me most is ideating new ways to showcase aspects of Black feminine identity outside of the limiting bounds and tropes we often see ourselves defined within; I can depict nudity in ways that are not inherently sexual, beauty in ways not restricted by Eurocentric standards and a deep and emotional personhood that can not be bypassed or erased.


I am most influenced in practice and philosophy by the works of Claudia Rankine, Audre Lorde, Kehinde Wiley, Romare Bearden, Octavia Butler, and Kerry James Marshall. The questions I want to be answered in my work are: what is challenged when Black women are centered unapologetically; and what effect do the societies we live in have on Black women’s capacity for joy, love, peace, and processing trauma?

WCDC's Lohr Gallery
725 Wood St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15221

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CDCP x WCDC Present: Jasmine Green
Dec
9
to Feb 24

CDCP x WCDC Present: Jasmine Green

CDCP x WCDC Present: Jasmine Green

Artist Reception: Saturday, December 9th, 12:00pm-3:00pm

On view: December 9th, 2023 - February 24th, 2024
Gallery hours: Saturdays 12-5pm

Black women exist within an unrelenting ecosystem built to convince us that we are insufficient. To persevere, counternarratives that remind us of our humanity are crucial. As a painter and poet, my work exists as a safe harbor for Black women and girls, centering themes such as mental health, systemic oppression, joy, liberatory visions, and power.

I practice mainly in acrylic media but also engage in digital painting, tufting, and laser cutting. What excites me most is ideating new ways to showcase aspects of Black feminine identity outside of the limiting bounds and tropes we often see ourselves defined within; I can depict nudity in ways that are not inherently sexual, beauty in ways not restricted by Eurocentric standards and a deep and emotional personhood that can not be bypassed or erased.

I am most influenced in practice and philosophy by the works of Claudia Rankine, Audre Lorde, Kehinde Wiley, Romare Bearden, Octavia Butler, and Kerry James Marshall. The questions I want to be answered in my work are: what is challenged when Black women are centered unapologetically; and what effect do the societies we live in have on Black women’s capacity for joy, love, peace, and processing trauma?

WCDC's Lohr Gallery
725 Wood St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15221

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The Art of Democracy Exhibition
Oct
5
to Nov 2

The Art of Democracy Exhibition

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Keystone Progress Education Fund and Casey Droege Cultural Productions are thrilled to present our exhibit The Art of Democracy. This exhibit features work that creates a dialogue around democracy as a whole and the current political climate, especially in a year when we have local/municipal elections. Exploring how democracy impacts censorship, reproductive justice and abortion access, workers' rights, and economic justice, this show demonstrates what a healthy democracy should look like.

WHEN:
September 29
Opening Reception from 6-9pm at Brew House Arts
711 S 21st, St #210
Pittsburgh, PA 15203

October 5 - November 3
Work on display at Repair the World
6140 Station St
Pittsburgh, PA 15206

Gallery Hours:
Mon-Fri, 9a-3:30pm

Juried by Fran Flaherty
Featuring work by:
Andrew Ellis Johnson
Frank Harris
Vaishali Paliwal
Max Almeida
Louise Silk
Penny Mateer
Tony Del Sardo
Helena Valentine
Jean Davis
Jacquet Kehm
Lindsey Peck Scherloum
William Bill Kawah
Melanie Linn Gutowski

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The Art of Democracy Opening Reception
Sep
29
6:00 PM18:00

The Art of Democracy Opening Reception

Keystone Progress Education Fund and Casey Droege Cultural Productions are thrilled to present our exhibit The Art of Democracy. This exhibit features work that creates a dialogue around democracy as a whole and the current political climate, especially in a year when we have local/municipal elections. Exploring how democracy impacts censorship, reproductive justice and abortion access, workers' rights, and economic justice, this show demonstrates what a healthy democracy should look like.

WHEN:
September 29
Opening Reception from 6-9pm at Brew House Arts
711 S 21st, St #210
Pittsburgh, PA 15203

September 30 - October 31
Work on display at Repair the World
6140 Station St
Pittsburgh, PA 15206

Juried by Fran Flaherty
Featuring work by:
Andrew Ellis Johnson
Frank Harris
Vaishali Paliwal
Max Almeida
Louise Silk
Penny Mateer
Tony Del Sardo
Helena Valentine
Jean Davis
Jacquet Kehm
Lindsey Peck Scherloum
William Bill Kawah
Melanie Linn Gutowski

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CDCP x WCDC Present: Kelly Lanzendorfer Opening Reception
Sep
16
12:00 PM12:00

CDCP x WCDC Present: Kelly Lanzendorfer Opening Reception

CDCP x WCDC Present: Kelly Lanzendorfer

Artist Reception: Saturday, September 16, 12:00-3:00PM

On view: September 16th - November 18th, 2023
Gallery hours: Saturdays 12-5pm

CDCP & WCDC's exhibition of Kelly Lanzendorfer's work is presented in conjunction with CDCP & Hatch Arts Collective's event for Little Amal happening on September 21, 2023. Both center themes of home and finding a sense of belonging through the act of exploring our surroundings and cherishing the small delights discovered within our daily experiences.

WCDC's Lohr Gallery
725 Wood St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15221

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Pedantic Summer 2023 Cohort Meet and Greet
Jun
14
6:00 PM18:00

Pedantic Summer 2023 Cohort Meet and Greet

Pedantic Meet and Greet with

June 2023 Cohort


Join us on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 to welcome and meet our third Pedantic cohort. Our first international group, the Pedantic Residents will be giving brief presentations on their backgrounds and their practices.

Pedantic Arts Residency (Pedantic) is a month-long cross-disciplinary co-hosted by Headwater Media and CDCP. We have invited three residents whose practices span visual art, curating, and writing to explore the city of Pittsburgh and its creative communities.

This is a free event, and RSVP is requested to attend. To RSVP, click the button below.

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CDCP x WCDC Present: Sense of Self by the Wilkinsburg and Braddock Youth Project and Meshwork Press
Nov
5
to Jan 14

CDCP x WCDC Present: Sense of Self by the Wilkinsburg and Braddock Youth Project and Meshwork Press

CDCP x WCDC Present: Sense of Self by the Wilkinsburg and Braddock Youth Project and Meshwork Press

Opening Reception: Saturday, Nov. 5th, 1-3pm
Community Workshop: Saturday, December 10th, 1-3pm

On view: Nov. 5th - Jan. 14th 2023
Gallery hours: Saturdays 12-5pm

WCDC's Lohr Gallery
725 Wood St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15221

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Collector's Show and Tell
Jul
20
6:00 PM18:00

Collector's Show and Tell

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JULY 20 | 6PM
COLLECTORS SHOW AND TELL

Join us for an evening of fast-paced presentations from three art collectors at the Salon. They’ll showcase a few of their favorite pieces (from books to prints, or unique paintings and sculptures), how they buy it, ways to stay on budget, and all the inside dirt on getting a great deal while supporting artists! 

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Speaker Series with David Kronn and Tristan Lund
Jun
30
6:00 PM18:00

Speaker Series with David Kronn and Tristan Lund

SPEAKER SERIES
David Kronn, Collector; Tristan Lund, Collecting Advisor
Wednesday, June 30th, 6pm
FREE with RSVP

Join us Wednesday, June 30th at 6pm for our second virtual Speaker Series event. We will be taking a deep dive into the world of contemporary photography collecting with David Kronn, a collector, and Tristan Lund, a collecting advisor. See how a seasoned collector decides on the pieces they choose to purchase.

This event is free and open to the public. Please RSVP to receive Zoom link when registration opens.

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Tiny Talk with Deanna Mance
Mar
25
6:00 PM18:00

Tiny Talk with Deanna Mance

Coming up on Thursday, March 25th is our Tiny Talk featuring artist Deanna Mance! We're looking forward to talking with Deanna and hearing about her work and process as an artist. 

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Cost of admission is $5-$20, sliding scale.To attend, you must purchase a ticket at smallmallpgh.com. Participants will receive a Zoom link to the event one hour before the event begins.

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More about Deanna:

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Deanna Mance is a self taught artist based in Pittsburgh, Pa. Working predominantly with ink and gouache on paper, her work explores the interplay of the conscious and unconscious and the relationship between nature and human experience. Her detailed drawings contain geometric motifs organically arranged, including imagery symbolic of family-based faith and heirlooms, ancestral history, transmutation of death and rebirth, and personal relationship to ritual and spirituality. Using spontaneous mark-making and freehand drawing techniques, her compositions form without inhibition or premeditation. Through this approach, she embraces the unpredictable qualities and uncertain outcomes of the work. 

 

Mance’s work has been exhibited in galleries and museums including The Carnegie Museum of Art, The State Museum of Pennsylvania, Bankside Gallery in London and the Pittsburgh International Airport. In 2016 she created Pittsburgh’s first asphalt mural, City Composition, on Strawberry Way. The mural was the recipient of “Best Street Transformation, People’s Choice” from Streetsblog, USA. 


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Tiny Talk with Shori Sims
Mar
12
6:00 PM18:00

Tiny Talk with Shori Sims

Coming up on Friday, March 12th is our Tiny Talk featuring artist Shori Sims! Join us for a short talk with Shori and on her work and process as an artist.
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Cost of admission is $5-$20, sliding scale.To attend, you must purchase at smallmallpgh.com. Participants will receive a Zoom link to the event one hour before the event begins.
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More about Shori:
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Shori Sims was born in 1999 in Baltimore, Maryland and now works in Pittsburgh, PA attending Carnegie Mellon University. She is currently pursuing her BFA with a minor in Africana Studies.

An interdisiplinary artist, Shori finds herself grounded in representation. Essential themes of her work include the black female body as a site of resistance, African American identity, and the symbolic language shared amongst Black womxn/queers: especially as propagated through online space. Shori is fascinated by the possibilities found within alternate universes and liminal space: both through and beyond the body. References in Shori’s work include shoujo anime, beauty-supply stores, bodegas and gas-stations, and the aesthetics of pornography: combining to form an autobiography of her girlhood experience.

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