Art Gallery Events
Form and Abstraction: A Retrospective
Form and Abstraction: A Retrospective features the work of two feminist visionaries, Carol Massa and Elisabeth Jacobsen, whose work spans mediums from painting, sculpture, photography, printmaking and more.
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Acknowledgment: NYSCA grant program
YPL's arts programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
The Riverfront Art Gallery is proud to announce our NEW Artist in Residence, RIDIKKULUZ!
Self Portrait Painting Workshop with Artist in Residence RIDIKKULUZ
Ridikkuluz, the artist in residence, will be teaching the techniques for you to create a finished self portrait painting. No previous painting or art experience is necessary. It's all about the fun of creativity.
The Riverfront Art Gallery is proud to announce our NEW Artist in Residence, RIDIKKULUZ!
The Riverfront Art Gallery is a 1,450 square foot space located on the 4th floor of the Riverfront Library, the main branch of the Yonkers Public Library (YPL) (3D model of gallery).
Riverfront Art Gallery's mission is to encourage all Yonkers residents to explore, experience and appreciate the arts, and to celebrate the city's vibrant art scene and history. It does so through exhibiting contemporary and acclaimed works from established and emerging artists, with a special emphasis on local artists and those that reflect the city's diverse communities. It also facilitates art workshops and lectures for the general public and professional development opportunities for artists. Consistent with the values of the public library that houses it, everybody is welcome to visit the gallery and attend its programs, free of charge.
Haifa Bint-Kadi curates the gallery exhibits which are generally scheduled one year in advance. To contact the gallery, email: thegallery@ypl.org or call us at (914)-308-7072. For all inquiries, we ask that you email us at thegallery@ypl.org or haifa@ypl.org.
Acknowledgments
YPL's programs at Riverfront Art Gallery are is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
Current Exhibition- Form and Abstraction: A Retrospective
With Carol Massa and Elisabeth Jacobsen
Form and Abstraction: A Retrospective features the work of two feminist visionaries whose work spans mediums from painting, sculpture, photography, printmaking and more. Their friendship has been a marker in both artist’s careers and is evidenced in the way their works fluidly weave throughout the gallery. Jacobsen creatively engineers found objects to tell stories of love and loss and to pursue social issues within her complex sculptures. Carol is a storyteller who uses vibrant color along with gesture to create canvases that seem to vibrate and dance with movement. Together, their work orchestrates a composition of freedom, social justice, reflection and revelation built on a relationship of mutual love and respect. Curated by Haifa Bint-Kadi
Opening Reception and Poetry Reading: Saturday, April 5, 2025 from 2-5pm
Exhibition Dates: April 5, 2025 - May 23, 2025
NEW Artist in Residence - RIDIKKULUZ
The Riverfront Art Gallery is proud to announce our NEW Artist in Residence, RIDIKKULUZ!
Ridikkuluz is a Palestinian-Egyptian-Jordanian multidisciplinary artist based in NYC. Their figurative work memorializes family, chosen family, and the self while investigating religious, decolonial, cultural, and queer themes. Ridikkuluz belongs to the ballroom community as a member of the Haus of Telfar.
Considering figurative portraiture’s colonial history, RIDIKKULUZ aims to decolonize the narrative by shining a light on unheard voices. As an artist, they use their autonomy & technical skill to memorialize their family, chosen family and their own self. Their multi-disciplinary practice is on the journey to total, unapologetic self-expression. They point out grief, friendship, and self-reflection mixed with conflicting themes of Queer Arab iconography. They intersect these layers to coexist harmoniously. Whether it be bridging the gap between the east and the west, the straights and the gays, or themselves and the world— RIDIKKULUZ investigates the human condition, the parts we play, and how identity evolves and hides.
Throughout this residency, RIDIKKULUZ will be teaching workshops such as abstract and figurative painting techniques, ballroom basics, and more! The public is also invited to come and observe the artist during their workshop hours and ask questions. This residency will culminate in a November group exhibition featuring artwork made by RIDIKKULUZ and other artists selected by the Artist and gallery Curator. The exhibition will highlight artwork which explores Arab Queer joy.
Click on the link below for the Artist Residency schedule and workshop dates.
Upcoming Exhibition: Out, In
Image: Cynthia's Rugby Shirt by Elizabeth de Bethune
Elizabeth de Bethune transforms the ordinary moments of everyday life—whether shared with family, friends, or the Queer community in Yonkers—into vibrant, textural paintings that resonate with warmth and intimacy. Her keen observational skills and technical prowess enable her to craft representational images that feel both informal and deeply inviting, drawing viewers into her world.
Through her work, de Bethune captures the essence of daily life, imbuing each scene with a sense of familiarity and emotional depth. Her paintings serve as a testament to the beauty found in the mundane, offering a window into the lives and stories of those around her. Curated by Haifa Bint-Kadi.
Join us for the opening reception of Out, In on Thursday, June 5, 2025 from 6-8pm.
Exhibition run: May 31-June 30, 2025
