EXPO CHICAGO

EXPO CHICAGO

600 E. Grand Avenue Chicago, IL 60611, USA Thursday, April 11, 2024–Sunday, April 14, 2024 Preview: Thursday, April 11, 2024, Midnight–9 p.m. Booth 301, Galleries

The Arthur Roger Gallery is pleased to participate in EXPO Chicago 2024. 

victorian chair by david bates

David Bates

Victorian Chair, 2019

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studio wall by david bates

David Bates

Studio Wall, 2012

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pick a ninny rose by robert  colescott

Robert Colescott

Pick a Ninny Rose, 1999

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shit! my head is burning but my heart is filled with love by luis cruz azaceta

Luis Cruz Azaceta

Shit! My Head is Burning but My Heart is Filled with Love, 1981

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amazing safety matches by stephen paul day

Stephen Paul Day

Amazing Safety Matches, 2024

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the judge safety matches by stephen paul day

Stephen Paul Day

The Judge Safety Matches, 2024

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untitled (wilbert hines g) (gdur 0698) by george valentine dureau

George Valentine Dureau

Untitled (Wilbert Hines G) (GDUR 0698)

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parking lot by wayne gonzales

Wayne Gonzales

Parking Lot, 2019–2020

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oy/yo  by deborah kass

Deborah Kass

OY/YO , 2011

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annette rose, st. gabriel, louisiana by deborah luster

Deborah Luster

Annette Rose, St. Gabriel, Louisiana, 1999

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echopraxia by shawne major

Shawne Major

Echopraxia, 2024

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amen, amen, amen! by demond melancon

Demond Melancon

Amen, Amen, Amen!, 2022

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At the Arthur Roger Gallery booth, the vibrant diversity of New Orleans becomes the canvas for a compelling exploration of the human story. Each artist showcased here draws deep inspiration from their cultural roots, weaving threads of identity, belonging, and the interplay between past and present into their art. These diverse voices serve as a resounding testament to the strength of New Orleans, and the artworks we've curated underscore the profound ability of art to bridge cultural divides and cultivate understanding.       

Moreover, the artists' skillful utilization of varied mediums and techniques enriches the exhibition's tapestry. Robert Colescott’s paintings facilitate a dialogue around race, and Deborah Luster’s photographic portraits of incarcerated Louisianians draw you into their story, while Rob Wynne’s mirrored glass reflects one’s truths. Each work stands as a testament to innovation and the human story. This rich spectrum of mediums not only celebrates the limitless potential within contemporary art but also speaks to the depth of creativity inherent to the American South.

Every artist, through their distinctive lens, reflects upon the universal human experience. Their collective body of work delves unflinchingly into the complexities of emotions, histories, and perspectives. As these artists join together to explore the multifaceted nature of the human condition, we all stand to gain profound insights.

Indeed, it's through diversity that we discover strength. As the Arthur Roger Gallery brings forth a chorus of voices, an array of media, and a tapestry of depth and texture, we skillfully navigate the intricate landscape of identity, society, and personal narratives. These artworks unfurl the intricate layers of emotions, histories, and perspectives, leading us on a shared journey through the profound exploration of the human experience. This very journey binds us together in the tapestry of our collective existence.

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