Chalky Wrinkle Shape Shine

JAI HART + TIMOTHY KADISH

January 18 — March 15, 2025

Chalky Wrinkle Shape Shine. That's right! Say the title out loud if you dare. You might crack a smile or even snort a little. And that's exactly what we're going for here. We wanted to bring the playful aliveness of Jai Hart + Timothy Kadish's artworks to your eyes, ears, and mouth. We're hoping to delight all your senses really. Well, maybe not your smell. But can't you imagine cuddling up next to one of Jai's soft sculptures? Or perhaps you might even relish in seeing your own reflection shining back at you in one of Timothy's deliciously shellacked surfaces. This show is your invitation to come inside while it's still chilly. To enjoy the sights, let me tell you, there's lots to see! And let your heart be moved—it may even skip a beat—because it might start hopscotching while you're in the gallery... Come play!

Opening Reception

Saturday, January 25

12:00-2:00 PM

Create with Jai + Timothy in our Galleries

Wednesday, February 12

6:00-7:30 PM

Closing Celebration with Performances by Greater Lawrence Fellowship of the Arts

Thursday, March 13

7:00 PM

Our exhibitions and related programming are always free and open to all. Please join us!

Read the Press Release

Read the interview with Jai Hart

JAI HART

Jai was born in Seoul, Korea, and raised in Boise, Idaho. Hart has lived in many parts of the United States, including Colorado, Michigan, Missouri, New York, Oregon, and Massachusetts. 

Jai received her BFA from the Kansas City Art Institute and her MFA from the School of Visual Arts in New York City.

Jai has received artist grants, fellowships, and awards from the Mass Cultural Council, Oregon Arts Commission, The New York Foundation for the Arts, and the Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture.

TIMOTHY KADISH

Timothy was born in 1981 in Haverhill, Massachusetts. He is an artist, author, speaker, professor, and creative consultant. He sees the studio and classroom as a laboratory for developing and envisioning new perspectives to add to our contemporary mythologies. In his practice, he strives to build community through collaboration and creative understanding.

Timothy received his MFA from Boston University and is a graduate of the Diploma and 5th Year Certificate programs at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, culminating in the Traveling Scholars Award.

He has exhibited nationally, been published in numerous arts-related sources, and has been recognized as a Mass Cultural Council Fellow in painting. He is currently working on publishing two books, collaborating on public art projects, and developing unique consulting platforms.