2023
Textiles Unleashed // Group Exhibition
Subtle Reflections of Color // Group Exhibition
Historic Photographs // Group Exhibition
Textiles Unleashed
The exhibition showcases a wide range of 2D and 3D quilt artworks, and highlights the diverse styles and techniques of an art form that prioritizes aesthetic value over utility. Juried by Germany-based artist Isabelle Wiessler, this exhibition captured the new approaches to fiber-based artworks in a curatorial display that mirrors traditional quilt patterns. In collaboration with the Studio Art Quilt Associates, this exhibition has been well-attended and reguarded as one of the best displays of fiber arts in Pennsylvania in 2023.
Subtle Reflections of Color
This thought-provoking exhibition aimed to celebrate, chastise, and challenge the use of color as a powerful tool in the world of art. Visitors embarked on a visual journey exploring the ways in which color can evoke emotions, provoke introspection, and create compelling narratives. From renowned artists such as Josef Albers and Helen Frankenthaler, this exhibition features work from SAMA’s vibrant permanent collection.
Photographic Memory: A Look at the History of Photography through SAMA's Collection
Celebrating the photographic medium in conjunction with the Donald M. Robinson Photography Biannual in SAMA Altoona, this exhibition showcased an exceptional collection of photographs spanning the past 150 years, offering visitors a comprehensive exploration of the evolution of photography as an art form.
With renowned artists such as Edward Weston, Alfred Stieglitz, Margaret Bourke-White, and Larry Fink, the individual mastery of photography shines for each visitor. Each artist's distinctive style and unique contributions to the world of photography will be displayed through carefully selected pieces from SAMA's extensive collection.
"Photographic Memory" presents an extraordinary opportunity for visitors to immerse themselves in the rich history of photography and witness the transformative power of the medium. From the early black-and-white works capturing the essence of everyday life to the thought-provoking and experimental photographs of the contemporary era, the exhibition highlights the evolution of techniques, aesthetics, and storytelling within photography. With over 50 works of photographic importance, this exhibition perfectly celebrates photography’s rich history over its nearly 200 year history.