public reception Friday, February 20, 6-8 p.m.
on display February 4-28
An invitational exhibit featuring local artists reflecting on identity and social issues.
Perris Mackey, known by most as p_ThaNerd, is a 36yr old full-time traditional collage artist born and raised in the city of Cleveland. “Being a full-time artist allows me to fully immerse myself in my passion and express my creativity on a daily basis. It gives me the freedom to explore different mediums, experiment with techniques, and bring my unique visions to life. It’s a fulfilling and rewarding journey where I can share my art with the world and make a meaningful impact.”
Jacques P. Jackson (b. 1974) is a Cleveland-born artist and gallerist working in multiple disciplines., primarily known for works in mosaic of the human body. His works also embrace fashion and African culture. “The mosaics of which I present as art are all a part of my experience. Always fascinated with human biology, I have chosen to share the message that we all should honor our bodies. For without our bodies, this experience could not be as it is. Procreation, life after death, and mermaids are common topics. The energy of vibration is also a common theme in my painted works.”