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performance

Jan 22, 2026, 7:00 PM–9:30 PM

Lucien Durey

So Many Feelings

A snow-covered outdoor scene features a swimming pool surrounded by thick snow. In the foreground, a person in a yellow jacket walks along the edge of the pool, which reflects the overcast sky. The background shows a landscape of trees and a distant view of a city skyline over water, with more snowy terrain in between. The entire scene conveys a tranquil winter atmosphere.

talk

Jan 14, 2026–Feb 11, 2026

Edges

Test Kitchen

Three glass bowls filled with colorful liquids are arranged on a black surface. The bowls are slightly tilted, revealing one with an orange liquid, one with a red liquid, and another with a clear liquid that has hints of red. A tube connects to each bowl, and vibrant colored lighting, primarily in pink, creates a glowing effect around them.

talk

Dec 7, 2025, 3:00 PM–4:30 PM

Exhibition Tour

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performance

Nov 9, 2025, 4:00 PM–5:00 PM

Lucien Durey with Hatim Hanafi, Jeremy O'Neill and Mark Wolf

A group of four men, all bald, are gathered around a circular, light-colored tray near the edge of a swimming pool. They are dressed in floral patterned shirts and pants, with one man holding a small object. Behind them is a lush, green hedge, and the pool water is visible at the bottom of the image. The setting suggests a warm, sunny day.

workshop

Nov 9, 2025, 2:00 PM–5:00 PM

Creating Clay Kodama with Cindy Mochizuki

A decorative wall piece resembling a tree stump with a face carved into it. The piece features textured brown wood and is adorned with green and yellow accents resembling leaves. It is mounted on a dark blue wall, with a vertical wooden beam beside it.

talk

Sep 21, 2025, 2:00 PM–3:30 PM

Patrick Cruz, Sameer Farooq & Jared Stanley

Edge Effects

special project

Sep 20, 2025–Jun 14, 2026

Common Threads Press

Publisher-in-Residence

A flat lay image featuring two books: "Stitching Freedom" by Isabella Rosner with a colorful embroidered design on the cover, and "Stitching the Intifada" by Rachel Dedman with a green cover and red decorative elements. Surrounding the books are several spools of thread in various colors, including red, yellow, green, and gray, along with a thimble and a wooden spool. The background is a light textured fabric.

special project

Sep 20, 2025–Sep 20, 2030

Cindy Mochizuki

Arboreal Time

A wooden wall sculpture features stylized tree trunks and branches against a dark blue background, adorned with various whimsical figures and animal shapes. The lower section displays textured wooden mounts, and a modern fireplace sits at the base. The overall composition combines natural elements with artistic illustration.

exhibition

Sep 20, 2025–Feb 15, 2026

Inaugural Exhibition

Edge Effects

A blue-toned portrait of a young man with dark, wavy hair. He has a serious expression, is wearing a tank top, and is adorned with multiple necklaces. The image has a soft, ethereal quality with indistinct edges and varying shades of blue.

event

Sep 20, 2025, 2:00 PM–5:00 PM

Gibson Art Museum Building Opening Event

A modern art museum is depicted in the image, featuring a contemporary design with large glass windows and a curved entrance canopy. The structure is surrounded by greenery, including trees and colorful plants. In the foreground, a parking lot is visible with a few people walking and standing near the entrance, while the sky above features soft clouds and a warm glow from the setting sun.

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