Beyond the Surface: Recent work by 珍妮F. Jalandoni and Sharon Norwood

Beyond the Surface: Recent work by 珍妮F. Jalandoni and Sharon Norwood

珍妮F. Jalandoni's paintings and textiles subvert early 20th-century political cartoons on American exceptionalism by centering marginalized identities. In her mythos, the "carabao figure" symbolizes Filipino American culture, exploring generational trauma and cultural responsibilities in the diaspora, aiming to redefine cultural legacies and identities.

Sharon Norwood's work investigates the ways in which cultural norms inform personal identities. In her work, the curly line is a stand-in for the "Black body." Within this conceptual understanding, the curly line is often paired with historical narratives, creating spaces for critical thinking. Her research is a continuous exploration of the narratives that inform Black life.

This exhibition features recent work by 珍妮F. Jalandoni and Sharon Norwood. Their work explores themes of identity, emphasizing all-too-often overlooked American histories and experiences. In this exhibition, resonant conversations between their works develop from the artists' shared interest in engaging in these veiled and obfuscated narratives. 珍妮F. Jalandoni's paintings and textiles subvert early 20th-century political cartoons on American exceptionalism by centering marginalized identities. In her mythos, the "carabao figure" symbolizes Filipino American culture, exploring generational trauma and cultural responsibilities in the diaspora, aiming to redefine cultural legacies and identities. Sharon Norwood's work investigates how cultural norms inform personal identities. In her work, the curly line is a stand-in for the "Black body." Within this conceptual understanding, the curly line is often paired with historical narratives, creating spaces for critical thinking and continuous exploration of the narratives that inform Black life.

Centrally located on Main Street in the village of Alfred, the Cohen Gallery is an educational art center, an ever-evolving creative hub and gathering space for students, 教师, and the community at large. The gallery presents artwork by School of Art and Design 教师, 工作人员, visiting artists, alumni and facilitates community-based projects. Students assist in all aspects of gallery management including curation, exhibition design and gallery sales.