The Garner Performing Arts Center (GPAC)
August 27 - October 15, 2021 | Solo Exhibition | Garner, NC
The Garner Performing Arts Center (GPAC) is home to a rotating display of local artistry, the art gallery is located in the main lobby of the Garner Performing Arts Center. The purpose of the GPAC Gallery is to promote local and regional artists by providing exhibit space that is free and easily accessible to the public Monday thru Friday 1:30pm-5:00pm and during events.
J Sanders Studio Solo Exhibition
The “Beauty in the Breaking” and “Shadows of Influence” collections come together in this large display of color, light, and shadow. Focused on artwork that become experiences, this display was constructed to showcase the range of my work, from bold colors to minimalist shadow designs.
In the reception area of the Garner Performing Art Center (GPAC), the large open exhibition space gives the viewer the freedom to get as close or as far away from each work as they want. This freedom encourages the audience to fully experience each piece and the collection as a whole. This series will be on display from Aug 27-Oct 15, 2021.
All artwork is available for sale through my online shop: view online shop.
Exhibition Video & Artist Interview
Exhibition Images
Behind the Scenes of Installing the Exhibition
Having the opportunity to bring an exhibition vision to life can be intimidating, but more so it is exciting! Each time a collection of artwork is brought to a new space it takes on a new life. Starting in my studio, I packaged up the works, transported them to GPAC, and began to design the exhibition layout while considering how the public would interact with the space.
Where would lines to enter the theatre form?
What are the main sightlines as you enter the room from each entrance?
How does the scale of the artwork “hold” the wall it is placed on?
Which pieces facilitate better conversation when put close together?
How do colors and light pull your eye to a focal point of the exhibition?
Once the placement of each work was chosen, hanging wires were added to the hanging system and the lighting system was modifying to ensure that each piece would be showcased in the best way possible! Then finally, once all of these modifications and considerations were made, I hung the pieces in their new home for the 6 week display and put wall labels near each work!
The Garner Performing Arts Center (GPAC) | Garner, NC
The Garner Performing Arts Center is an intimate 471-seat auditorium located inside of the former Garner High School and is conveniently located in the Historic District of Downtown Garner. We are home to Broadway Voices, The Towne Players of Garner and It's Showtime! series. We offer affordable entertainment for all audiences and invite you to visit us often online and in person!
Home to a rotating display of local artistry, the art gallery is located in the main lobby of the Garner Performing Arts Center. The purpose of the Garner Performing Arts Center (GPAC) Gallery is to promote local and regional artists by providing exhibit space that is free and easily accessible to the public Monday thru Friday 1:30pm-5:00pm and during events.
Learn more about GPAC and view upcoming events here.