Atrium Gallery at One Capitol Hill
Latest exhibit at the Atrium Gallery
- State Employees Art Exhibition Jan. 24 to March 5
About the Atrium Gallery at One Capitol Hill
We developed the Atrium Gallery to recognize artists from communities throughout the state. The Atrium Gallery hosts multidisciplinary exhibitions in partnership with artists and cultural organizations. It features a stunning tall glass ceiling with light that cascades into an open space surrounded by three walls of artwork. This has become a destination point for visitors and people who frequent the administration offices at One Capitol Hill and enriches the environment for hundreds of state workers in the building. Our initiatives include:
- Solo Exhibits display an array of media that include but are not limited to paintings, photography, textiles, and installations. The public gallery features emerging and established artists who are interested in exploring and showcasing their creative vision through an exceptional body of work. Selected artists are provided an installation preparatory specialist, promotional brochure, or postcard, opening gallery reception, as well as being included in RISCA’s website and newsletter. Previous solo artists have included: Anthony Abu, Kameko Fu’una Branchaud, Reynier Ferrer, Rebecca Flores, Nixon Leger, Cynthia Listens to the Wind Ross Meeks, Ian Mohon, Carlos Ochoa.
- New Visions/New Curators encourages the development of new curators and gallery directors. Artists are provided logistical support to curate a show by defining a theme, professionally installing the artwork, and creating marketing materials that promote the exhibit. Previous participants have curated exhibitions in local and regional galleries and museums. This highly successful program has become an incubator for new curators that promotes different viewpoints and voices. Previous curators have included: Kameko Branchaud, Donna Marie Bruton, Jiyoung Chung, Robert Dilworth, Liliana Fijman, Monique Rolle Johnson, Juan Jose Barboza-Gubo, Cynthia Listens to the Wind Ross Meeks, Silaphone Nhongvongsouthy, Pnina Pressburger, Thailet Saengaloun, Angel Beth Smith, Balam Soto, Debbie Spears Moorehead, Dawn Spears, and Loren Spears.
- Traveling Exhibits showcase the artwork of artists throughout Rhode Island. Exhibitions usually starts at the Atrium Gallery and travel to different locations.
- International Artist and Cultural Exchange includes community workshops, artist presentations, film screenings, panel discussions, and art exhibits. This program brings together inter-cultural art in multi-disciplinary forms at several venues across Rhode Island. Many international artists have been affiliated with this cultural exchange including Afro-Brazilian artist Tiago Gualberto, Cuban abstract visual artist Reynier Ferrer, Dominican fiber artist Julianny Ariza, Ecuadorian artist Illdefonso Franco, and Sri Lankan artists Chaminda Gamage and T.P.G. Amarajeewa. Partnerships have included: AS220 Artist in Residency Program, Attleboro Arts Museum, Brown University Watson Institute Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies, Gallery Z, Ibero-American Film Festival, Newport Art Museum, Providence Community Library, and Warwick Center for the Arts.
Through the years, over 500 artists have exhibited their artwork in the state-run gallery. The exhibits honor the unifying force of visual creativity. These exhibitions often include traditional music and dance performances, making these highly anticipated events.
- Asian Art Exhibition recognizes the contributions of both visual and performing artists from China, Cambodia, Korea, Laos, Pakistan, Japan, Sri Lanka, India, Indonesia, and the Hmong community. These exhibits provide opportunities to develop and strengthen relationships and raise awareness and promoting local Asian artists
- Black Art Exhibition showcases incredible works of art from established and emerging artists who express their culture by highlighting their unique stories through a vast array of mediums including photography and painting.
- Latin American Art Exhibition showcases the exquisite artwork from countries Latin America. Artists are dedicated to preserving and showcasing their culture and heritage though traditional and contemporary artforms.
- Native American Art Exhibition holds the distinction of being the first Regional Intertribal state art exhibit in partnership with Native American nonprofit organizations and artists. It is through these artworks that traditions, both old and new, evoke a story of cultural preservation. These exhibitions feature beautifully crafted folk and traditional art pieces, as well as newly created contemporary artwork.
- Youth Art Exhibition showcase the work of young artists in the state of Rhode Island in partnership with afterschool programs. Since 2011, students have participated in the New Visions/New Curators Program where they conceptualize the theme of the exhibit, create the artwork and marketing materials, organize performances for the reception, and proudly put their creations on display.
View past Atrium Gallery Exhibitions.