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Photographs by Rich Silivanch (Juneteenth, June 19, 2021) Working behind the scenes for months the exhibit and reception, curated by Maria Estrela and Carol T. Jenkins, with support from Rey Arvelo, Carol Black-Lemon, Deneise Smith and Patricia Mitrano, was part of West Orange’s town wide commemoration and celebration of Juneteenth and the end of slavery …

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Inspired by the artwork and poetry in “Black Lives Matter: For Justice, For Equality, For Liberty!” the Edison High School Dance Ensemble presents their interpretation of the poem “I Can’t Dance If I Can’t Breathe” by Frank Niccoletti.  LINK TO PERFORMANCE Choreographed by WOAC member Vicki Jenkins with an original score by Jay T. it …

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A Hybrid Art Experience – Online and at the West Orange Arts Center Featured in NJ.com  The West Orange Arts Council is honored to present to the community the art for social change virtual online exhibit and an in-person gallery show “Black Lives Matter: For Justice, For Equality, For Liberty!” curated by Maria Estrela and …

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The West Orange Arts Council (WOAC) presents “Dear Mama: Perspectives on American Motherhood” curated by Marina Carreira.  Dear Mama will open for in-person timed-entry visits at the West Orange Arts Center, 551 Valley Road in West Orange, New Jersey on Saturday, April 24, 2021 and be on exhibit through Saturday, May 22, 2021. A majority …

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By Sean Quinn View the virtual gallery, click here Senior year was supposed to be the time of their lives. Instead, COVID-19 thrust the teens of West Orange High School into a living nightmare of stress and virtual learning. But the students in the WOHS advanced placement art class refused to let their situation silence …

Art Class Channels Creativity During COVID-19 Pandemic Read More »

Review by Sean Quinn   The COVID-19 crisis has disrupted the way people live, forcing them to become more resourceful as they adapt to the chaotic new normal of homeschooling, virtual meetings and online shopping. But for many artists, rethinking the way things are typically done is a normal part of their process. They’re used …

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Objet Trouvé: An Exhibit of Found Objects Virtual Exhibit and In-Person Exhibit at West Orange Arts Center January 9, 2021 – February 27, 2021   The West Orange Arts Council (WOAC) presents “Objet Trouvé, An Exhibit of Found Objects” curated by Carol Black-Lemon. The Objet Trouvé virtual exhibit will debut on January 9, 2021 on …

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We hope you are staying safe and remaining vigilant during these challenging times. Art, in its many forms, connects our community even in the face of obstacles. We can’t make it through without you! Your gift of $50 or more to the West Orange Arts Council will help support local artists and our upcoming arts …

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When most people think of Latinx art, images of lush Mexican flora or august religious symbolism probably come to mind. In reality though, Hispanic artists are not defined solely by their culture. Their work actually encompasses a wide range of themes, and nothing proves that more than the West Orange Arts Council’s latest exhibit. “Visiones …

Animals, Musicians & Abstract Imagery, Latinx Art Not Just Mexican Flora or Religious Symbolism Read More »

Visit any gallery and you likely won’t find a single work produced by a Latinx artist. Though U.S. Census estimates show the Hispanic population reached a record high 60.6 million people in 2019, Hispanic artists remain woefully underrepresented in American art institutions. In fact, a 2019 study from researchers at Williams College and the University …

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