About the exhibition:

Da Vinci Art Alliance proudly presents “On Process,” a juried exhibition that asks artists to expose the moments of making that often happen behind closed doors. How does one conceptualize work cut from steel? What is the messy midpoint when wrestling with textiles? And, as the artist changes over time, how does the work change in response? Attracting submissions from artists across the globe, each piece selected for this exhibition will offer viewers a rare window onto the artist’s relationship with their inspiration, their materials and their practice.

The juror for this exhibition, Joseph Girandola, assumed office as president of The Art Academy of Cincinnati in 2019. His experience prior to holding this position boasts roles as the interim associate dean of graduate studies and research at the University of Cincinnati in the College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning (DAAP); the Director of Graduate Studies for the School of Art at DAAP; and director of the MFA program at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia. During his tenure at DAAP, he sought and secured new external funding opportunities for creative research and was part of the steering committee for the University of Cincinnati’s 1819 Innovation Hub.

“Ancora imparo (I am still learning).” Michelangelo said this at the age of 87. Process is about discovery and freedom and failure and fortitude. The “On Process” exhibition submissions have succeeded in a magnitude of ways. It was an honor to select work that truly speak to nature of the theme that process reveals truth more than anything I have ever known.” said Joseph Girandola. While classically trained as a stone carver in Italy, Girandola’s practice has evolved toward three-dimensional drawings and paintings made from re-use materials. Whether sculpting with duct tape or discarded milk crates, the works of Joe Girandola attract our attention to minute details often overlooked in the corrupt rush of modern society.

On Process will be on view in Gallery 2 at Da Vinci Art Alliance August 1 - August 25 . The opening reception will take place on Saturday, August 3 from 4-7 pm.

ABOUT THE JUROR:

The Art Academy of Cincinnati’s Board of Trustees named Joseph Girandola as the college’s president and he assumed office on August 1, 2019.

No stranger to the arts, Girandola previously served as the interim associate dean of graduate studies and research at the University of Cincinnati in the College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning (DAAP). Prior, his roles included the Director of Graduate Studies for the School of Art at DAAP and director of the MFA program at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia.

During his tenure at DAAP, he sought and secured new external funding opportunities for creative research and was part of the steering committee for the University of Cincinnati’s 1819 Innovation Hub.

The works of Joe Girandola attract our attention to minute details often overlooked in the corrupt rush of modern society. Though classically trained as a stone carver in Italy, Girandola has veered away from the media concentrating on three-dimensional drawings and paintings using a variety of materials. One medium of choice is Duct Tape. Invented originally to weatherproof military ammunition boxes, the tape’s color was characteristically Army green. With the rise and abundant use of Central Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) units, the matte gray color and universal name of Duct Tape was introduced. Another medium of choice for Girandola is cast-away milk crates. Creating site-specific installations with the crates, Girandola connects the piece to the history of the site, while questioning issues that arise from societal expansion and trade route conflicts.

FEATURED ARTISTS:

Featured Artists… Sean K Iwin, Andrew Chalfen, Lindsey Frances Jones, Eddy Rhenals, Carlos A. Gil, Maria Blasingame, Yaqeen Yamani, Dominique Samarco, Alan Lankin, Manami Ishimura, Alicia Finger, Megan Raab Greenholt, Jake Weiss, Julia Reber, Joshua Prince, Charlotte Davis-Hup, Ted Warchal, and Colleen Hammond