Robert Weingarten, "Portraits Without People: Buzz Aldrin", 2007, pigment print on Epson Ultra Smooth Fine Art Paper, 40"x60", (c) Robert Weingarten, courtesy Marlborough Gallery, NY

LIFT OFF:  

Earthlings and the Great Beyond 

September 1, 2011 - January 5, 2012  

Main Gallery

Opening Reception: September 15, 5pm-7pm 

As the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (or NASA, best known as the agency that first put a man on the moon) puts an end to its moon program, the Paul Robeson Galleries presents an exhibition based on ideas and issues surrounding space: perceptions of future life based in space; space agencies (i.e. NASA); the Russian space agency; race for space; NASA byproducts; objects in space; ways of viewing space from earth; the possibility of other life forms in space; space travel, the depiction of space in popular culture, design for space, and the life of an astronaut.

Artists in this exhibition: Sarah BEDNAREK, Leah BEEFERMAN, Robbie CONAL,   

Angie DRAKOPOULOS, Experimental Skeleton, Inc., McLean FAHNESTOCK,  

Rebecca HACKEMANN, Scott LISTFIELD, So Yoon LYM, Kate MCQUILLEN,  Lauren ORCHOWSKI, Jonathon PELLITTERI, Jean-Pierre ROY, Adam RYDER, Jeff SCHMUKI,  Christopher ULIVO,  

Robert WEINGARTEN

Adrienne Wheeler, "DNA," 2010, wood, reed, fabric, 10"x39"x7", courtesy of the artist

Lembranca/Resistencia, Memory/Resistance:  

Adrienne Wheeler 

September 1, 2011 - January 5, 2012  

Orbit 1 Gallery

Opening Reception: September 15, 5pm-7pm 

Adrienne Wheeler's work is informed by African ancestral and spiritual practices, primarily Bakongo, using carefully selected materials as "Nkisi" (sacred medicine) to give spiritual healing to individuals and communities.  Wheeler offers her pieces as a contribution to the struggle to end oppression and human suffering. 

Mel Leipzig, "38," 1987, acrylic on canvas, 68"x40", Courtesy of the School for Public Affairs and Administration, Rutgers-Newark

Points of View:  

Selections from the Collection of Rutgers-Newark 

September 1, 2011 - January 5, 2012  

Orbit 2 Gallery

Opening Reception: September 15, 5pm-7pm 

Works that have been purchased by or donated to the Rutgers-Newark Campus, ranging in style from historic to contemporary.

Tara Raye Russo, "In Case of Emergency Break Glass," 2011

In Case of Emergency Break Glass:  

Tara Raye Russo 

September 1, 2011 - January 5, 2012  

Pequod Deck Gallery

Opening Reception: September 15, 5pm-7pm 

Tara Raye Russo works actively to layer meanings in her artworks, using of signs and symbols.  In this exhibition, she raises questions about the definition and value of art. 

Upcoming Exhibitions at the  

Paul Robeson Galleries

The Wicked Twins: Fame and Notoriety

January 17 - May 2, 2012   

Main Gallery

Fame is defined as an impression, report or opinion about someone or something which is widely known. It may be of a positive of negative nature, and impact on the standing of that individual within a society. The United States has been described as having a fame hungry culture, which has been fuelled in recent years by the plethora of communication devices, social networking internet sites which facilitate the dispersal of information in real time, and a slew of reality programming on both television and the internet. This exhibition will focus on the work of artists who address ideas about fame and infamy, celebrity culture, current idols, imitation of celebrities, and attempts to secure at least 15 minutes in the spotlight.

Upcoming Events at the  

Paul Robeson Galleries

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The Paul Robeson Galleries presents critically engaging exhibitions, public events and educational programs to Rutgers University and Greater Newark audiences.  It is in the spirit of Paul Robeson himself that the gallery network is dedicated to an urban mission with an activist approach to educational and exhibitions programming.  This commitment includes organizing exhibitions and public programs on local, regional, and international contemporary art and culture, as well as developing civic partnerships through community outreach programs.  Our aim is to initiate cross-disciplinary and civic dialogues as ways of strengthening bonds between art, education, and democracy.  Our exhibitions, programs, and events are always free and open to the public.

The Paul Robeson Galleries are located in the Robeson Campus Center,

Rutgers - The State University of New Jersey,

350 Dr Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard, Newark, New Jersey USA 07102
 Telephone +1 973 353 1610    Fax +1 973 353 5912

 Email galleryr@andromeda.rutgers.edu

Website http://andromeda.rutgers.edu/artgallery/

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The Main Gallery is open Monday - Thursday, 10am - 5pm. 

The Satellite Galleries are open the same hours as the Robeson Campus Center.

The Paul Robeson Galleries' programs are supported, in part, by a grant from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, The Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation and by private donations.  We are also supported by the Robeson Campus Center, the Office of the Chancellor and the Cultural Programming Committee.