Gallery Z’s exhibition in recognition of National Breast Cancer
Month is in part a realization of that dream. The photographs
taken after he was diagnosed reveal a terrible beauty as
evidenced by "Chemo Drip", the title piece selected in the
exhibition featured on the cards and posters. He shows cancer
from the inside, and its vision is lonely and angry and painful
and at the same time, an assertion of creativity in the face of
devastation. Even in his illness, Adam found a way to create.
Gallery Z organized and received over 35 pieces of art donated
from individual artists both locally and nationally, as well as
engaged in local schools to participate and contribute.
Artists presented in “What is Cancer? A visual interpretation
of Faith, Hope & Struggle” bring their own views of cancer.
Some show the horror of having something murderous growing
within you while other works show hope and even rapture from remission.
The opening fundraiser reception for the exhibit allowed the public to
chat with the artists and discover how their paintings reflect their
experiences and views of cancer.
The exhibition and fundraiser benefited the Rhode Island
Foundation's donor-advised Healing Ribbons Fund, sponsored by
Healing Ribbons, established to distribute funds to local and
national organizations that work towards fighting breast
cancer. The Healing Ribbons Fund was established by a Lincoln
resident who was herself a two-year breast cancer
Gallery Z has hosted a number of exhibitions of local,
national and international artists. Located in the West End,
just by Eagle Square, the gallery is a forerunner in the
revitalization of the area, spearheading efforts to connect the
public and the growing arts community the West End of
Providence. Gallery Z is dedicated to presenting meaningful
artistic expression that engages a diverse clientele; to acting
as a center for experiencing art in an emerging and historical
neighborhood in Providence; and, to supporting artists by
offering an intimate setting to share their artistic
expressions. Gallery Z hours are from Tuesday-Friday from 12-5
pm, or by appointment.
Gallery Z is a member of Gallery Night Providence, and holds
opening receptions the third Thursday of the each month. The
gallery can be found online at www.galleryzprov.com.
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