Join us for The Irish Contemporaries {3} by CIACLA, presented by Building Bridges Art Exchange

Curated by Matthew Nevin and Ciara Scanlan

Opening Reception: Saturday, July 6th, 1pm

Family Craft Day: Saturday, July 13th (RSVP required)

This vibrant exhibition features stunning photography, visual art, and films by Bobby Zithelo, Riley Waite, Brenda Welsh and Sionnan Wood and more.

The exhibition will also feature artcards by Tom Dowling and artcards by a curated selection of Irish visual artists including Aisling Phelan, Anthony D Kelly, Austin Ivers, Brady Izquierdo Rodríguez, Erica Duryea, Gerry Wardell, Jack Knowles, Katarzyna Gajewska, Lois Keller, Marina Karysheva, Paul James Kearney, Scarr O Scóir, Sinéad Clancy, Zithelo Mthombeni.

The core of this group exhibition will feature a curated selection of works by Bobby Zithelo, whose artistic journey and distinctive style offers a compelling dialogue within the modern Irish cultural landscape. Bobby Zithelo is one of the most exciting contemporary creatives based in Dublin, Ireland, he excels in blending his own artistic and commercial work with visual storytelling. Known for his active role in photographing the current Irish Music Scene and documentaries provide poignant insights into contemporary Irish life, focusing on themes of race, identity, and the challenges faced by young people. Zithelo's work offers a unique perspective that reflects his dedication to exploring cultural identity and social issues through his practice. For more information on this exhibition and CIACLA, please visit ciacla.com.

Exhibition supported by Culture Ireland, Ireland In LA, MART Gallery & Studios, Lindsey P Horvath, Los Angeles County Department of Arts & Culture, Building Bridges Art Exchange, and African American Irish Diaspora Network.