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Now Showing: The Black Woman is Art

Introduction

Enter our secure haven and journey with us into the lives of remarkable Black women. This exhibition will examine some of their untold stories — from trials and tribulations to victories and successes. Here, you will see a series of self-discoveries, sisterhood, partnerships, and a portrayal of black women reclaiming their power in a world that often attempts to dim their light. We believe the black woman possesses a pristine intuition, an infinite capacity for unconditional love, and the power to birth a new Earth of peaceful life. This once in a lifetime encounter will leave you feeling intrigued and curious for more.

About the Curators

Erica Jae, a Rochester, NY native from the 19th ward, is a multifaceted artist and advocate. With a degree in Social Sciences, concentrations in mental health, she has over a decade of experience in group homes and mental health clinics. She is a certified yoga instructor, photographer, filmmaker, spoken word artist, wellness facilitator, community gatherer, and mother to a two-year-old daughter. Erica's photography and filmmaking, showcased nationally and locally by outlets like NBC Nightly News and YES! Magazine, amplify the voices of marginalized communities. Her work, featured at Geva Theatre, MAG, and RoCo, reflects her dedication to social justice and community healing through creative expression.

Zharriay Callier, a Rochester native, is a model, fashion designer, and cultural curator committed to capturing the vibrant tapestry of Rochester’s urban life. Committed to capturing the vibrant essence of urban life in Rochester, Zharriay focuses on Afrofuturism in art, media, and workplaces, shattering barriers in our city's fashion scene and amplifying voices often overlooked, making space for people of color in spaces they are often unseen. Rooted in personal exploration and scholarly pursuits in African American studies and criminal justice at SUNY Brockport, Zharriay aspires to cultivate a self-sustaining community woven with threads of creativity and resilience.

Celebrating Rochester's Art  

Link-Gallery1The City of Rochester values the visual arts as an educational and aesthetic experience. More importantly, the City sees local art as part of the culture of this region. With this in mind, the Link Gallery, established 1981, promotes the art and art culture of the area.

The Gallery, located at 30 Church St., is on the first floor of City Hall in the corridor that connects Building A to Building B. It is opened Monday - Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free, handicapped accessible and open to the public, the Link is easy to get to from anywhere in the City.

Annual showcases include The Hispanic Heritage Month exhibition and The Black History Month exhibition.

My project-1 (1)RCSD X Link Gallery at City Hall

The City of Rochester partners with the Rochester City School District to house a year-round, permanent exhibit space for student artwork on the ground floor of City Hall. Annual showcases in the new RCSD X Link Gallery at City Hall include the winners of the district’s annual calendar competition.

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