PUBLIC RITUAL: "TALES FORM THE TABLE"
Dec
6

PUBLIC RITUAL: "TALES FORM THE TABLE"

Tales From The Table is an innovative community art project that uses culinary

traditions to explore and celebrate the rich narratives connecting diasporic communities

of color. Through community events, participants will engage in meaningful discussions

about their relationships with food, culture, and identity, weaving artistic connections

through everyday objects and shared oral histories. Tales From The Table catalyzes

sustained cultural dialogue and social cohesion, addressing gentrification, racial

tension, and cultural erasure and creating enduring spirits that continue the

conversation beyond the project's duration. Join us in this exploration, solidarity, and

healing journey as we highlight and honor our diaspora's shared histories and futures.

This project is sponsored, in part, by the Greater New York Arts Development Fund of

the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, administered by the Brooklyn Arts

Council (BAC), and is fiscally sponsored by the New York Foundation for the Arts.

Public Ritual: Friday, December 6, 7-8 pm

Location: My Gallery NYC. 587 Franklin Avenue. Brooklyn, NY 11238 Phone: (347)446-5837

Contact Information: Project director: Fei Li

Email: Contact@feili.us

Project Website: https://www.whentheyhavetheirownhistorians.info/

Accented Projects: Website: https://accentedprojects.com/

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" THE TREES ARE NAMING THEMSELVES"
Dec
2
to Dec 8

" THE TREES ARE NAMING THEMSELVES"

My Gallery NYC is pleased to present The Trees Are Naming

Themselves, an exhibition of new large-scale mixed-media works by Fei Li. Drawing

from mythology and the interconnections between diaspora and memories, this series

explores the poetics where ancestral voices and botanical spirits coalesce through

labyrinthine structures that defy the boundaries of landscape painting. Through the

series, she asks: Can the language's limit, function in the way a tree might?

Rooted in recollections of her childhood in the ancient town of Minnan, China, Li's work

embodies an enduring respect for spaces where deities, ancestors, and the living share

sacred ground. In a time when humanity struggles to find agency amid sweeping

historical shifts, Li's art emphasizes the connective power of ritual and its role in bridging

generations, carrying both trauma and resilience forward.

Echoing Zagajewski's refuge in bells, Li envisions we shelter within trees, coursing

underground through their torrential veins, beneath the soil, beneath the rumble of trains

where a woman naps on her way home from a night shift; beneath the rising mist from

rice cookers; toward seeds humming under the grief of morning frost; toward the moon

of refusal; beneath words drowned in the shipwreck; beneath rotten landmines; beneath

the watchful eyes of border officers; beneath riverbeds hiding long-lost coins marked

with empires' face; beneath the fractured walls of mega-prisons. Return, return to the

flicker of a moth's wing, to Baba Yaga's house with its defiant chicken feet, to Nüwa's

breath sealing the sky, to the bones of moss, to Patala, to the Gumiho, to The Serpent

Spirits' enduring gaze. Beneath the factory's roar, steeped in the memory of ancient

coral, beneath the temple's bell, under the poet's window where time's hinges have

given way—mothers await in roots, those hidden harbors and deep, braided paths.

Fei Li is an interdisciplinary artist born in Minnan, China, and based in Brooklyn. Li's

recent project was granted the 2024 & 2023 Brooklyn Arts Fund and LP's Create and

Reconnect Grant. She is also the awardee of numerous funded artist's residencies,

fellowships, and grants, including the 2023 Create Change Fellowship of Laundromat

project, the Milton and Sally Michel Avery Residency for a Visual Artist at Yaddo, Jon

Imber Painting Fellowship at Vermont Studio Center; City Artist Corps Grant and

Queens Arts Fund New Works Grant. She founded Accented Projects for collaboration,

experimentation, and community building.

Opening Reception: Friday Dec 6th 2024, from 6:00-9:00PM.

Public Ritual: Friday Dec 6th 2024, from 7:00-8:00PM

Gallery Hours: 2:00-8:00 pm

Location :MY GALLERY NYC. 587 Franklin ave. Brooklyn . 347446 5837 www.mygallerynyc.com.

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"WADING THROUGH OBLIVION"
Nov
25

"WADING THROUGH OBLIVION"

"Wading Through Oblivion" marks the debut solo exhibition of emerging artist Omar Wiseman, a 2019 graduate of the Cooper Union School of Art. This body of work reflects the overwhelming, often chaotic state of contemporary life—where the familiar collides with the unknown, and experiences collapse and overlap. It’s a meditation on the uncertainty that defines our times, expressed through the vivid symbology of Wiseman’s personal and visual language.

The title itself, "Wading Through Oblivion," alludes to the sensation of drifting or dreaming through emotional landscapes—spaces where one feels both estranged and adrift, unsure of what’s happening around them. Oblivion, as Wiseman explores, is the state of being unaware or unconscious of the forces shaping our lives. His paintings evoke this sense of being caught between worlds—of navigating transitional periods, searching for stability in an unstable reality, and finding one’s footing amidst chaos.

Through surreal abstraction and caricature, Wiseman’s work delves into the tensions between identity and isolation, anxiety and hope. The emotional landscapes he portrays feel both familiar and disorienting—visual representations of the inner turmoil and external pressures we face daily. Symbols of estrangement and ambiguity shift throughout the canvas, expressing the fluid, ever-changing nature of existence.

This in-betweenness—between places, states of being, and personal worlds—forms the crux of the show. Omar grapples with the question: How does one find a place to fit in when everything around them is unstable? His response is twofold: acknowledge the anxiety, but also embrace hope. In the face of adversity, Wiseman uses joy and whimsy as tools of defiance, reminding us that, while the flow of life may be treacherous, it is not without glimmers of light.

Despite the grim undertones, "Wading Through Oblivion" remains hopeful. It calls for perseverance—an insistence on moving forward even when the ground beneath us is shifting. The works embody this balance, offering a message of resilience: in the midst of chaos, we wade through, we drift, we dream—and we emerge, perhaps not unscathed, but hopeful.

SOLO EXHIBITION: NOV 21-25

Opening Reception Thrusday Nov 21st, 6:00-9:00 PM

Closing Reception Monday Nov 25th, 6:00-9:00 PM

Gallery Hours:

Friday Nov 22nd, 1:00-7:00 PM.

Saturday Nov 23, 1:00 -7:00 PM

Sunday Nov 24, 1:00-7:00 PM

Location: MY GALLERY NYC

587 FRANKLIN AVE

BROOKLYN NY ( 347)446-5857 www.mygallerynyc.com

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"SOLO GALLERY EXHIBIT"
Nov
15
to Nov 17

"SOLO GALLERY EXHIBIT"

Featuring Artist. Aleathea Sapp Jimenez.is a Brooklyn-based artist of African -Caribbean American decent.

Aleathea creates vibrant and evocative portraits of real and imagined people against colorful and organic backgrounds. Her love of flowers and patterns is a common thread in the artwork . The flowers represent all that occurs naturally in our ever changing lives while the patterns reflects the decisions we make daily. Aleathea's artwork is her outlet-that which permits her to breathe.

On view Friday, Nov 15th 2024 from 5:00pm =7:00pm.

Opening Reception Saturday, Nov 17th 2024 from 1:00pm-7:00pm.

Closing Sunday, Nov 17th 2024 from 12:00pm-5:00pm

Location MY GALLERY NYC.

587 FRANKLIN AVE. BROOKLYN. www.ygallerynyc.com 347 446 5837

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"HOME" An art exhibition.
Oct
26
to Oct 27

"HOME" An art exhibition.

“Home” by Homebodies is a collection of pieces that discuss each artist's personal representation of what it means to feel at home. Ranging from internal to external, Home provides a landscape of memories from different points of the artist's lives that has helped define their individual meaning of the word. From experimental to realism to structural, Home provides a multicultural lens to a multimedia culmination of works provided by native New Yorkers of the Brooklyn-Queens area. This is Homebodies’ first gallery exhibition and the artists are excited to showcase their work at MyGalleryNYC. 

Opening Reception Oct 26th 2024

Closing Oct 27 2024

Gallery Hours 11:00 AM- 7:00 PM

Location MY GALLERY NYC

587 FRANKLIN AVE BROOKLYN . WWW.MYGALLERY NYC 347 446 5837


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INSISTENCE ON ANOTHER WORLD
Sep
7
to Sep 28

INSISTENCE ON ANOTHER WORLD

Tala Arts Presents: Insistence on Another World

On View September 7-28, 2024 Wednesday-Friday 2-8pm Saturday-Sunday 12-6pm And by appointment

My Gallery NYC 587 Franklin Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11216

“Queerness is essentially about the rejection of a here and now and an insistence on potentiality or concrete possibility for another world.” -José Esteban Muñoz, Cruising Utopia: The Then and There of Queer Futurity

August 19, 2024 (New York) – Tala Arts is pleased to present Insistence on Another World, a group art exhibition that aims to embody the power and collective vision of queer and trans Black, indigenous, people of color (BIPOC) artists, and cultural workers.

The artworks featured in the show present a bold display of our community’s power, our acts of resistance, our unwavering pleasure, and our embodied reverence. All of the artists in the show share a practice rooted in the sharing of reflections, beliefs, philosophies, and imaginings informed by their specific legacies and cultural histories. This exhibition hopes to bring together artists who are in conversation with historical lineages, queerness, grief, joy, and spirit(s) in the midst of the material complexities of our present moment.

Insistence on Another World, curated by Marin Watts and Luce Capo Lincoln, will be mounted at My Gallery NYC, located at 587 Franklin Avenue in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. There will be an opening reception at the gallery from 3:00PM-8:00PM on Saturday, September 7, 2024. A closing reception will follow on Saturday, September 28, 2024 from 3:00PM-6:00PM.

Featured Artists: Golden, Saba Taj, So + Bex, Tourmaline, Geeta Lewis, Marin Watts, Kim Baglieri, Amir Khadar, Demian DinéYazhi', Mickaela Bradford, Shadow Work Media, Meehaun Glasper-Wade, Maximilián Vega-Vélez and Noa Dimedetti

About Tala Arts: Tala Arts is a curatorial project dedicated to the creative power and collective vision of Queer, Trans, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) artists and cultural workers. The artists and cultural workers involved strive to remember and retell a forgotten history, an ancestral practice, or a pathway to resilience. Tala Arts believes that these artists create to envision a different world, one of liberated spirits and self-determined bodies.

About My Gallery NYC: My Gallery NYC opened in 2021, and was established by artist and owner Darla Ebanks, who wanted to create an avenue and venue for emerging artists to display their work. The goal of My Gallery NYC is to encourage artists to invest in themselves. Curators and artists alike can apply to book the space for exhibitions and special events. My Gallery NYC is open to any art that is positive, uplifting, and inclusive.

Media Contact:
Marin Watts and Luce Capco Lincoln, Tala Arts, info@talaarts.net Website: talaarts.net

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" PERSPECTIVES ON WOMEN"
Jun
27
to Jun 30

" PERSPECTIVES ON WOMEN"

Traditionally, the portrayal of women was done by men - great beauties, queens, fine ladies, workers in the field, dancers, symbols of liberty, goddesses, all were portrayed by men. In modern times, women themselves have taken on this task. In this show we place the accomplished artist Robert V Reid, who often paints women, next to four women artists varied by age and background to see what emerges.

Opening Reception: Saturday June 29th 2024. from 6:00-9:00 PM.

Artists Talk: Sunday June 30th 2024. @ 2:00 PM.

Gallery Hours: Wednesday June 26th, 3:00-8:00pm

Thursday June 27th, 3:00-8:00 PM

Friday June 28Th, 3:00-8:00 PM

Saturday June 29th 6:00-9:00 PM

Sunday June 30th 1:00-7:00 PM

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"INDISTINCT CHATTER"
Jun
6
to Jun 16

"INDISTINCT CHATTER"

Welcome to 

              “INDISTINCT CHATTER”

                       CURATED BY: NKOSAZANA B.

Works By: 

Janay Williams, Saqera Kokayi, Stephen Miller, 

Stephen Small Warner, Terrell Tuggle, Yohance Barton, 

Nkosazana.

Opening Reception: Thursday June 6th from 5:00-8:00Pm

Artist Talk: Saturday, June 8th@ 5:00 pm.

Closing Reception in Celebration of JUNETEENTH:

         Sunday, June 16th from 5:00-8:00 pm. 

Location: 587 Franklin Ave. Brooklyn, NY 

                www.mygallerynyc.com   347 446 5837

Gallery Hours:Thursday-Sunday from 5:00-8:00 pm.

Nkosanaza instagram: nkosa_zana

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“RESURGENCE"
Apr
26
to Apr 28

“RESURGENCE"

Welcome to “RESURGENCE”:

Featuring Robert Reid, an artist with a rich and colorful heritage from Trinidad and Tobago, brings to life the fluidity and grace of the human form through his art. Utilizing colors rooted in the vibrant culture of his birthplace, Reid’s work encapsulates the joy, laughter, and rhythm of his early experiences, translating them into captivating expressions of the human form. In his studio, Reid creates pieces that draw the viewer into an intimate dialogue with his subjects. His choice to limit background elements in his compositions is a deliberate effort to accentuate the complexity and subtlety of the human figure, a subject that he finds endlessly fascinating and superior to still life or landscapes. As he pushes forward on his artistic path, Reid remains committed to exploring and expanding this intimate, evocative dialogue with his audience, ensuring that each piece is not only seen but also felt and experienced.

Gallery Hrs

Friday 26th 3;00-8;00 pm

Saturday 27th 3:00-9:00 pm

Sunday 28th 3:00-7:00 pm

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AFRO ART SHOW
Mar
29
to Mar 31

AFRO ART SHOW

Welcome to the Afro Arts Show! Get ready to immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of African culture through various art forms. From mesmerizing traditional story to captivating visual arts, this event promises to showcase the beauty and diversity of the African continent. Join us for a three day gallery show filled with creativity, inspiration, and cultural exchange. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to experience the magic of Afro arts up close and personal!
Curated by Kwame Adjei

Free Entry

March 29 - 31, 2024 from 12pm to 8pm

My Gallery NYC 587 Franklin Ave Brooklyn, NY

347-435-9135 | 347-633-3334

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/afro-arts-show-tickets-846954181757

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'SHE DOCUMENTS"
Mar
15
to Mar 17

'SHE DOCUMENTS"

Films Screening. Documentary of Shorts by women of Color. Curated and Hosted by Julia O’Farrow.

Opening Reception March 15Th, 2024 from 5:00-8:00 pm. Q&A schedule.

Screening of films playing on a loop: March 16th and 17th from 3:00-7:00PM

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TOMORROW’S VIG by Martin Eaton
Mar
11
to Mar 13

TOMORROW’S VIG by Martin Eaton

TOMORROW’S VIG by Martin Eaton”:

We're proud to present “TOMORROW’S VIG,” an examination of the unexpected prices humans pay traveling the roads of everyday life to find happiness.

Martin Eaton, the writer/art director, pulls nine stories from his forthcoming coffee table book of illustrated flash fiction for this three-day exhibition.

An unequivocal amuse-bouche, this author and creative tactician teases the audience with a distinctive art style for each of his nine genre-hoping short stories. Singularly, they offer a glancing emotional punch that lingers just long enough for you to realize you’ve held your breath—and then you’re whisked away. In an inexperienced hand, it would mirror annoying channel surfing, but his decades of directing creatives produces a dichromatic visual and narrative experience that feels purposeful and pleasurable.

It’s a unique expression that maintains it grip on the viewer for the solid thirty minutes required to complete his narrative tour. And to see his outward delight, palpable, watching each queued reader slow as they migrate to the next piece, lingering longer on the artwork so as not to repeat the false assumptions that betrayed them when they began, was a treat.

Finishing the collection, you realize you’ve let all assumptions go by the second or third to last piece and given yourself over to whatever emotion Martin wants to elicit in the next story. It felt invigorating and delicious. And never high brow.

“I’m not trying for soufflé…more an exquisite doughnut,” Martin admits. A sugary spritz to enjoy with our false courage as we walk out the door, arrogantly believing we’ve got it more sorted than his faux everyday heros and heroines. Until we misstep crossing the street, as he knows we will—and the Vig comes due.

Join us at My Gallery NYC to experience the playful and compelling stories of  “TOMORROW’S VIG.”

Opening Reception: Monday, March 11th 2024 from 6:00-8:00PM

Closing March: 13th, 2024 from 12:00-8:00pm

Gallery Hours: March 11th-13th, from 12:00-8:00PM

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"AT THAT AGE
Feb
10
to Mar 10

"AT THAT AGE

"AT THAT AGE":

We're proud to present "AT THAT AGE," an exhibition that explores the depth and diversity of life in its seventh decade through the eyes of exceptional artists.

Anne Gilman's work is an intricate dance of chaos and order, a visual representation of her journey through the realms of writing, drawing, and mark-making. Her art invites us into a world where boundaries are blurred, and every mark tells a story.

Ann Hinds' pieces reflect a profound engagement with the complexities of life. Her exploration of confusion as a source of beauty encourages us to look beyond the surface and find meaning in the mysteries of existence.

Carey Clark's art is a narrative of interior reality, a collage that pieces together elements of psychological depth to contemplate our place in the world. Her commitment to storytelling through art has evolved over 25 years, marking her as a voice of introspection and insight.

Linda Hiwot's canvases are a vibrant testament to her mastery of color, shape, and composition. Each piece is a chapter in her visual diary, a narrative woven from the threads of personal experience and artistic exploration.

Patricia Broadbelt uses her art to connect with the past, transforming vintage photographs into works of dignity and respect. Her dedication to preserving the memories of her ancestors through collage and acrylics is a powerful statement of identity and heritage.

Join us at My Gallery NYC to experience the timeless wisdom and beauty of "AT THAT AGE."

Opening Reception: Saturday February 10th 2024 from 5:00-8:00PM

Closing March: 10th, 2024 from 3:00-7:00pm

Gallery Hours: Thrusday- Sunday from 3:00-7:00PM

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"RESTAURANT ROW EXHIBITION"
Jan
26
to Jan 28

"RESTAURANT ROW EXHIBITION"

You are cordially invited to “RESTAURANT ROW EXHIBITION” 

Friday, January 26th 2024 preview, 4-7pm 

Opening Reception, Saturday, January 27th wine and hor d'oeuvres, the singer Chloe, videographer Hot Ice, event photographer Rachel Schwartz, portraits done in the gallery by Miguel de la Cruz; 4-9pm 

Sunday, January 28th closing, 4-7pm 

Foremost artist and curator : Aleathea Sapp-Jimenez 

Also being shown: Victoria Jean-Pierre, Glori B, Miguel de la Cruz and Katie Godowski. 

The event is a fund raiser for the project Restaurant Row of Nostrand Avenue. The logos to twelve restaurants will be featured in three 10X10 canvases by Aleathea. These are meant to promote the restaurants all located within three blocks of each other from Prospect Place to Dean Street. They are: Savvy, SoulBK, Bleu Fin, Hing Hung, Nostrand Avenue Pub, La Napa, Rosalia, Chris, King Tai, Cotton Bean, Uotora, and Akara House. 

Donations are welcome, but entirely voluntary. Everyone is invited and welcome. Come and enjoy. 

This exhibit is a project of the Crown Heights Community Organization, Inc.

founded by John DeWind

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"WALKING IN THE LIGHT”
Jan
4
to Jan 14

"WALKING IN THE LIGHT”

“WALKING IN THE LIGHT”

This body of work is inspired by our search for light. It is also inspired by the life and openings of George Fox. George Fox was the founder of Quakerism. George Fox lived in England from 1624 to 1691. He was the leader of a group that formed The Religious Society of Friends in England in 1652. One of his core openings (message from God) was “That everyone can speak to God and hear Him speak, without any other human intervening.”

Light is energy, science tells us that energy cannot be destroyed it can only change into other forms of energy or matter. Light can cause chemical reactions, light can warm us, light can lead us out of darkness. Light causes photosynthesis that feeds the plants that feeds our bodies. When we walk in the light, we can find the way. We have souls which are energy. Therefore, we have energy within us. The universe or God is energy, we have a part of that energy within us. 

Each of us has a unique reservoir of energy. Our unique energies can combine to create a greater universe of light. There are many paths to the light many ways of praying, meditating, listening to music, listening to children laugh or sitting in silence. We must find that inner path to find that which brings us joy. We must tap into this reservoir to find peace, joy, and the ability to live in this complicated world.

This project is made possible in part to funding from the New York Quarter Testimonies grant.

Opening Reception:Saturday January. 6 2024 from 5:00-7:00 PM.

Closing: Sunday January 14 2024. Fro 2:00-6:00 PM.

Gallery Hours: Thursday- Sunday from 3:00-5:00 PM

PEACE AND LIGHT

Larry Weekes

www.larry@larryweekes.com

larry@larryweekes.com

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"SOUNDS OF JOY"
Dec
21
to Dec 30

"SOUNDS OF JOY"

Established in 1958, the Fulton Art Fair (FAF) annually exhibits fine visual art of both renowned and emerging artists from the USA, Africa & the Caribbean. Fulton Art Fair was for the exhibition, promotion, and publication of the fine and performing arts in the City & State of New York, consisting primarily of artists of African American descent; the stimulation and encouragement of community interest in the field of fine and performing arts, the development and achievement of creativity as an expression of the community's status and heritage.

Opening reception Saturday December. 23 ,2023 from 5:00-7:00 PM

Closing Saturday December. 30, 2023 from 3:00-8:00PM

Gallery hours: Thrusday- Sunday from 3:00-7:00 PM

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"THE PLACE WE LIVE"
Nov
10
to Dec 3

"THE PLACE WE LIVE"

“THE PLACE WE LIVE”

As we journey through life, the notion of 'home' evolves. It shifts geographically, demanding our adaptability. Yet, there exists a constant – our mind. Within it’s confines, we reside, traverse, and thrive. The mind, a repository of our thoughts, beliefs, memories, emotions, preferences, and aversions, defines our essence. It is not just where we are, but who we are. The images we manifest onto our chosen mediums are reflections of our inner dialogues and self-perceptions.

In "THE PLACE WE LIVE" exhibition, participating artists, Patricia Fabricant, Ed Grant, Darla Ebanks, Louella Jones and Doba Afolabi delve into their creative realms, drawing inspiration from past experiences while keenly attuned to the ever-evolving present. Here, the internal landscapes of our minds are externalized, offering statements of identity that resonate with the viewer.

Opening Reception:

Friday, November 10th from 5:00-8:00 PM

Closing: Sunday, December 3rd 3:00-7:00

Gallery Hours: Thursday- Sunday from 3:00-7:00 PM

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"SEEDS AND MEMORY"  Asian Diaspora Reimagined.
Oct
24
to Oct 29

"SEEDS AND MEMORY" Asian Diaspora Reimagined.

We are thrilled to announce an experimental show—"Seeds and Memory"—that brings together installation art, performance, and community engagement in an array of Asian diasporic voices. At its core lies the forthcoming artist's book, "Seeds and Memory: Asian Cookbook," which explores food as the clandestine tongue of the diaspora, acatalyst for sisterhood, and a subversive force challenging the undervaluation of culinarytraditions and their role in shaping racial and cultural hierarchies.

The Installation as Futuristic Temple

The magic unfolds at My Gallery NYC from October 24th to 29th as the space metamorphoses into a mesmerizing tableau accentuated by neon lights, videos, and textiles suspended from the ceiling. The Installation is a time-travel experience and an embodiment of narratives, social comments, and identities.

Communal Altar & Community Engagement

In the spirit of collective creativity and heritage, we are curating a communal altar—an installation dedicated to our collective ancestry. Artists come to co-create this symbolic monument each day between 2-5 PM, with materials thoughtfully provided for this creative endeavor. Furthermore, on October 26th, from 7-8:30 PM, the community is invited to participate in the co-creation of the altar—a collaborative act that breaks down barriers and fosters unity.

The Performance

Our week-long series culminates in a striking performance on Saturday, October 28th, from 7-8:30 PM. In this evocative session, writers/performers will sit beside their neon-lit installations, telling their stories to each other and the audience. The movement will dance with words, and art will merge with the intangible, culminating in an Asian ritual by Lead Collaborator and Director Fei Li, alongside writer Aurvi Sharma and artist Rabiga Marx.

This project is sponsored, in part, by the Greater New York Arts Development Fund of the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA), administered by Brooklyn Arts Council, and is fiscally sponsored by the New York Foundation for the Arts.

● Wearable Stories Book Two

This is more than an exhibition—it's a vibrant community of storytellers, artists, and spectators.

We cordially invite you to be part of this remarkable journey to sow seeds and create memories

that defy boundaries, breaking new ground in the fertile soil of collective imagination and cultural

dialogues.

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"FRIENDS OF VERNA HART"
Oct
5
to Oct 8

"FRIENDS OF VERNA HART"

Your presence is requested at a special reception celebrating

“THE LEGACY OF VERNA HART”

"Friends of Verna Hart" presents their third annual fundraiser to support

The Verna Hart Scholarship Fund.

Thursday October 5th 2023 from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m.

My Gallery NYC, Located at 587 Franklin Ave.

Brooklyn, New York 11238

Please RSVP on or before October 1, 2023

Call (202) 498 5052 or email Linda at Imsi123@gmail.com

Artwork from the following artists will be displayed and discounted in silent and live auctions:

Larry Brown, Shaquora R. Bey, Ramona Canady, Mary Chang, Melvin Clark, Ernani da Silva, Tim Davis, Jimmy James Greene, Antionette Hodges, Karl McIntosh, Cheryl Miller, Carlton Murrell, Otto Neals, Anton Pollard, Robert Reid, Aleatha Sapp, Tafa B. Tafa, Ann Tanskley, Larry Weekes, Brian Williams, Ken Wright, Jean Volcy.

WHAT ARE THE SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS DOING??

Waverly Johnson - 3rd Year Student, School of Visual Arts, NYC.

Xiana Garcia - Graduate Student at Brooklyn College. NYC

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ARTISTS TALK: THE ART BEHIND "BEAUTIFUL DISARRAY"
Sep
8

ARTISTS TALK: THE ART BEHIND "BEAUTIFUL DISARRAY"

YOU ARE INVITED

"Beautiful Disarray" has sparked conversations, shifted perceptions, and evoked strong emotions amongst its visitors. We're fascinated by how the same piece can tell countless stories, depending on who's observing it.

"Striking! Different! It pulls you in!" is what visitors have said.

Hanne Tierney said, "This beautiful disarray pulls you in and it lets you become part of it.”

This is your personal invitation to hear directly from the artists behind these enigmatic creations. They'll be sharing insights, discussing interpretations, and, yes, perhaps even revealing some of their intended meanings (if any!).

Join us for an Engaging Artist Talk 

Friday, September 8th, 2023 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Featured Artists: Isaac Paris, Nina Meledandri, Darla Ebanks, Susan & Jeff Hemley, Desiree Conston, Naderson Saint Pierre and C Rae.

Moderator: Audrey Edwards author of “American Runaway”.

The "Beautiful Disarray" exhibition has been extended to September 30th, 2023 due to its overwhelming reception. Since its debut, visitors have been captivated by the art on display, leading to a constant stream of admiration and engagement. Our gratitude goes out to everyone who has visited and shared their experiences; your enthusiasm is the driving force behind this decision. Whether you're revisiting or seeing it for the first time, we warmly invite you to be part of the narrative. 

Discover, discuss, and be entranced by the power of art.

My Gallery NYC

587 Franklin Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11216

www.mygallerynyc.com

(347) 446 - 5837

Gallery Hours: Thursday - Sunday from 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Beautiful Disarray
Aug
5
to Sep 3

Beautiful Disarray

“BEAUTIFUL DISARRAY” Terms that are subjective, conjuring the positive and negative from our experiences. This exhibitions calls for and requires an investigative sight of the intent of the artist and the questioning awareness of the viewers.

The aesthetic substance of ISAAC PARIS, NINA MELEDANDRI, DARLA EBANKS, SUSAN & JEFF HEMLEY, DESIREE CONSTON, NADERSON SAINT PIERRE and C RAE can be experienced at MY GALLERY NYC.

Opening Reception: Saturday August 5th from 5:00-8:00 PM

Closing: Sunday September 3rd 3:00-7:00

Gallery hours Thursday- Sunday from 3:00-7:00 PM

This exhibition has been extended to September 30 2023 . Due to its overwhelming reception. Since its debut, visitors have been captivated by the art on display, leading to a constant stream of admiration and engagement. Our gratitude goes out to everyone who has visited and shared their experiences; your enthusiasm is the driving force behind this decision. Whether you're revisiting or seeing it for the first time, we warmly invite you be part of the narrative. Discover, discuss, and be entranced by the power of art.

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The "YES!" Collective presents: UNFOLDING
Jul
22
to Jul 30

The "YES!" Collective presents: UNFOLDING

The “YES!” Collective presents: UNFOLDING

The YES Collective is a collective of artists that said, “Yes!” to sharing their individualized artistic expressions in an exhibition at My Gallery NYC in Brooklyn, NY.

Curated by Nancy La Lanne, each work is the personal unfolding of creations by seasoned artists like Michael Paul Britto, Darla Ebanks, Eurila Cave, and emergeng artists who are freshly exploring the sharing of their work; Adwoa Baah, Eddy Perez, and Nancy La Lanne.

UNFOLDING proudly presents 6 artists who have an offering for the world that will connect you in one way or another.

Opening Reception: Saturday, July 22, 2023 6:30 PM to 9 PM

Gallery Hours:

Sunday, July 23, 1 PM to 7 PM | Wednesday, July 26, 3 PM to 7:30 PM

Thursday, July 27, 3 PM to 7:30 PM | Friday, July 28th, 3 PM to 8 PM

Saturday, July 29th, 1 PM to 8 PM | Sunday, July 30th, 1 PM to 7 PM

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GETT OFF THE WALL
Jul
15
to Jul 20

GETT OFF THE WALL

This July, My Gallery NYC will be holding "The Michael Jackson and Prince 'Get Off the Wall' Art Show 1," a solo exhibition by Brooklyn-based visual artis Chic. The upcoming art show pays tribute to the expansive careers of two music luminaries — Michael Jackson and Prince — who earned the nicknames the King of Pop and His Royal Badness, respectively, by marching to the beat of their own drum. The show, located at 587 Franklin Avenue in Brooklyn, runs from July 15 to July 20 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., with an opening reception set for July 15 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

 With an array of artworks that feature portraiture, sculpture, and more, Chic spotlights Prince and Michael Jackson's unforgettable showmanship; bold and influential fashions; dynamic album art; electrifying music videos; and lyrical symbolism over the years. The show's title is a playful combination of two songs recorded by the subjects: "Gett Off" by Prince and "Off the Wall" by Michael Jackson.

 "My goal is to bring a visual concert to viewers by using three-dimensional elements, various textures, and creative outtakes associated with both multifaceted entertainers," says Chic, a longtime fan of both late icons, and an artist indelibly inspired by music. 

 Chic's artwork has been displayed around the U.S., including The Ali Cultural Art Center in Pompano Beach, Florida; The Sacramento Fine Arts Center in Carmichael, California; and the Fulton Art Fair in Brooklyn, New York. His paintings have also been included in online art galleries affiliated with institutions such as Medford Arts Center in New Jersey and Crossroads Art Center in Virginia. Examples of Chic’s body of work can be found on his website. theartsmediumgala.com.

Opening Reception: Saturday July 15th 2023 5:00-8:00 pm

Exhibition Hours : Saturday july 15th to Thursday July 20th from 2:00-7:00 PM


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"THE JOURNEY THROUGH METAMORPHOSIS"
Jul
7
to Jul 12

"THE JOURNEY THROUGH METAMORPHOSIS"

Metamorphosis: The Artistic Journey of ALEATHEA SAPP-JIMENEZ . Present an art event that echoes the raw essence of life's journey, from hunger for knowledge to transformational moments. Explore thought-provoking artworks that capture life's turmoils, broken hearts, and disappointments, each standing as a testament to our collective resilience and growth.

Experience the rejuvenation through art embodying joy, hope, laughter, love, and rainbows. This event is not merely an observation but an active participation in a shared metamorphosis, a tribute to our ever-evolving selves. Join us for a transformative exploration that fuses art, emotion, and shared human experience. Namaste—honoring the divine journey within us all.

“The Journey Through Metamorphosis” presents Artist Aleathea Sapp-Jimenez IG: @aleatheasapp

Opening: Friday July 7th, 2023 - July 11th, 2023 4:00pm to 7:00pm

Reception: Saturday - July 8th 2023 3:00pm to 7:00 pm

“The Journey Through Metamorphosis” Artist Talk

Sunday - July 9th, 2023 2:00pm to 5:00pm

Spoken Word Artist “Toni G” IG: @toniebyname

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"DAY DREAM"
Jun
24
to Jun 29

"DAY DREAM"

Day Dream”
This exhibition, “Day Dream”, was created around light and colors.
The prisms generated by crystals add another layer to the art pieces creating “Portal” to the new dimension.

Thin layers of colors creates depth and subtle sparkles, and the harmony of color gradation and prisms has an effect on people through heart and feelings creating an illusion, “Day Dream.” This experience is similar to praying or meditation - inviting viewers to reflect and connect within.

Opening Reception: Saturday June 24 2023 from 3:00-8:00PM

On view: Saturday June 24-29 2023. from 2:00-8:00Pm

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AMERICAN HISTORY
Jun
15
to Jun 20

AMERICAN HISTORY

Unveiling a striking testament to the resilience of African American history, My Gallery NYC. Cordially invites you to commemorate Juneteenth through the evocative lens of our featured artist, Larry Weekes. Deeply committed to encapsulating history through his art, Weekes offers a series of poignant drawings that chronicle the tribulations and triumphs of African Americans. Each stroke of his artwork bears witness to the profound suffering, yet at the same time, celebrates the monumental contributions made by these brave individuals. Their efforts and enduring spirit have become the very bedrock upon which our nation proudly stands.

Join us in this thought-provoking exploration of our shared past. Through Weekes artistry, we shine a spotlight on the less recognized aspects of our history, boldly naming the injustices, akin to diagnosing a malignancy. In doing so, we believe that the first step towards collective healing is embracing the whole truth.

This Juneteenth, let's honor the past, acknowledge the present, and envision a brighter, more inclusive future. Together, let us foster an environment where the voices of all Americans are heard, their experiences acknowledged, and their history appreciated.

Opening Reception: Friday June 16, 2023 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM

exhibition from June 15th -June 20th

gallery hours: Thursday- Sunday from 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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"TIME & PRESSURE"
May
5
to Jun 4

"TIME & PRESSURE"

As artists, we are constantly tuned in to the inner call to create, even when the final product remains a mystery to us.

When faced with time constraints during the creative process, our innate motivation can diminish, causing us to rely on familiar methods rather than embracing the intuitive, exploratory nature of creation.

In this exhibition, the artists skillfully navigate the interplay between their inner drive and external influences, showcasing individualized expressions that balance time and pressure, aesthetics and substance, and the timeless versus the contemporary.

Stanwyck Cromwell, Claudia Mulet, Darla Ebanks, Debra Riva, Brian Branch, Christine Puello, Jean Claude Cajou, Solace Duval

Opening Reception: Friday 5th of May from 5pm-8pm

Exhibiting from May 5 - Sunday June 2

Gallery hours 3pm-7pm.

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"BEFORE I DO : There's Something to know".
Apr
1
to Apr 23

"BEFORE I DO : There's Something to know".

BEFORE I DO: There’s Something To Know.

Doing is a collection of actions informed by our thoughts. Thoughts shows the awareness of being intuitively or conditionally informed, resulting in a knowing that is transposed to a medium.

As artists, we keep interest in our own creations. We speak and listen knowing that everyone's story is in constant change, evolving into who we are today, open to the change of tomorrow.

In this exhibition, these artists: Emmett Wigglesworth, Larry Weekes, Sasha Chavchavadze, Brian Branch, Jean Dominique Volcy, Ba Djibril Ngawa, Beverly Watson, and Darla Ebanks present as they express their understanding of their own doing, being and becoming.

Opening Reception: April 1 2023 from 5pm - 8pm

Exhibition from April 1 to April 23 2023 3pm - 7pm

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