"Reconquista"
CNC (Cosa Nostra Collective) & Lorenzo Swinton Gallery presents “RECONQUISTA” showing from May 2, 2024 through June 1, 2024 at the innovative art space in the heart of downtown Clarksville, TN. The exhibition aims to explore the multi-dimensional characteristics and influences of the Spanish language on global culture. Multiple creatives have come together to bring the viewer their own perspective with pieces that delve into how the Spanish language shapes cultural identities while fostering a sense of belonging among 600 million Spanish speakers worldwide today.
By incorporating themes and influences gathered from early literature, curator Jay Sanchez finds deep inspiration from some of the earliest documents written in Spanish literature. Cartularies of Valpuesta and the poem Cantar de mio Cid are believed to be medieval literature written between the 9th and 12th century, as first written in inspiration from the Romance language. These documents and poem are historically known as some of the most important pieces of literature in the Spanish language.
RECONQUISTA intends to celebrate all Spanish speakers and its vast range of palettes painted by the many nations and cultures worldwide. Through art, we intend in using this international language to invite everyone to sit at the table. The exhibit aims to celebrate all the rich cultures that are brought together by this language while exploring the brilliance, richness, and radiance the Spanish speaking community holds internationally. It also serves as a platform to create greater awareness to our contributions in society, culture, art, and politics in America today.
"Thriller"
Lorenzo Swinton Gallery invites art connoisseurs and collectors to engage in the next monthly installment entitled “Thriller”, with the intriguing works of artists Daniel Matthew York, C. Douglas Charlton, Kernie Bo Brown, Martin Freeman, Jeff Danault and Andy King. The “Thriller” initiative focuses on grasping the audience in attendance by presenting a journey of deep, dark approaches unlike any other from each individual artist's process in the perceptions of abnormal paranoias of twisted illusion and fantasy. The horrific subtlety exhibition will allow patrons to experience outer dimensions of the art realm, the mysteries of the alternative misunderstandings of the artists respected mediums. The “Thriller” exhibition and opening reception begins April 5th for Clarksville’s Thursday night ArtWalk 5pm-9pm and available for showing through April 27th. Viewers discretion is advised.
"Cosa Nostra" 2 feat. APSU The New Gallery
Part Two of “Cosa Nostra” (Our Thing) begins Saturday with collaborating galleries Red225 & Rock Wall Gallery for Nashville’s Artcrawl. Join Lorenzo Swinton Gallery for Clarksville’s Thursday Artwalk, as we welcome APSU’s The New Gallery as they take over our main walls with some of Austin Peay State University’s most amazing collections and works.
The exhibition titled “UNCOVERED” is curated by APSU’s curators Mary Morgan & Lily Goodowens and will be available for showing through March 30th.
"Cosa Nostra"
Lorenzo Swinton Gallery in collaboration with Nashville’s Red225 Gallery and Rockwall Gallery invites you to “Cosa Nostra” (Our Thing) carefully orchestrated by pioneer and visionary Jay “Ghost” Sanchez. The exhibition will host several local artists and talent in middle Tennessee with an emphasis of exalting the power of healing through art.
"Eve's Provocation"
Lorenzo Swinton Gallery invites you to experience our next exhibition installment “Eve’s Provocation” with works by Olasubomi Aka-Bashuron, Dori Jonetz-Knude, Jackie Lewis & Lorenzo Swinton. Opening Reception will be held on Thursday, January 4th, 2024 and available for viewing through January 31st.
Disclaimer Viewing discretion is advised for our opening reception. We ask that all attendees for the opening event enter the gallery with a respect and open mind for the artistry of this themed event.
Through the Lens Art Exhibition
The Lorenzo Swinton Gallery is proud to host our next exhibition “Through the Lens” beginning December 7th with works by George Harrison, Kaite Boyer, Phil Cook & Melanie Garcia. Gallery proceeds accumulated throughout this month-long event will be dispersed to local Clarksville charity Loaves & Fishes and Nashville Bex Soup Kitchen to support Middle Tennessee’s homeless and hunger crisis.
"Frequencies"
Lorenzo Swinton Gallery hosts Amber Franklin, C. Douglas Charlton & D.C. Thomas in the group exhibition “Frequencies”. Join us for an exploration of diverse artistic approaches of resonation and consciousness of the mind, body and spirit to enhance and reform the balances of energy and healing.