Longwood Art Gallery

I STOOD MY GROUND

March 27 – May 1, 2024

Featured Artwork: It goes one ear and out the other, 2024, by Jeong Hur.

I Stood My Ground features nine artists who offer a glimpse into stories that connect emotions and memories through different materials (magnet flakes, concrete, clay, etc.) and personal storytelling. These artists reimagine the use of conventional materials to expose an unconventional narrative and methodology, while inviting the viewer to learn about enigmas and perceptions that challenge the status quo.

This exhibition is part of the 2024 Longwood Art Gallery @ Hostos’ season titled Against the Grain, which seeks to challenge hegemonic narratives and advocate for the restitution of overlooked stories to build up a more inclusive historical account.

CURATOR

Natalie De Jesus

ARTISTS

EVENTS

Opening Reception: Wednesday, March 27, 2024, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Public Program: Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Join artist Melika Abikenari for Exploring Memory as a Continuous Thread, an immersive needle felting workshop inspired by the I Stood My Ground exhibit. Participants will use felt—the same material showcased in the artist's work —to explore memory, labor, and healing through the metaphor of a continuous thread, meaning that stories and experiences are weaved endlessly.