State of the Arts
Victor Davson: Lessons from the Trees
Clip: Season 41 Episode 1 | 8m 16sVideo has Closed Captions
Victor Davson paints monumental landscapes based on a new appreciation for nature.
For 30 years, Victor Davson ran Aljira, a Center for Contemporary Art in Newark, helping establish under-represented artists and promoting cross-cultural dialogue. Now, the Guyana native and West Orange resident has turned to the landscape, finding beauty in his own backyard. We hear from the artist on his newfound appreciation for nature, and visit his exhibition at Akwaaba Gallery.
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State of the Arts is a local public television program presented by NJ PBS
State of the Arts
Victor Davson: Lessons from the Trees
Clip: Season 41 Episode 1 | 8m 16sVideo has Closed Captions
For 30 years, Victor Davson ran Aljira, a Center for Contemporary Art in Newark, helping establish under-represented artists and promoting cross-cultural dialogue. Now, the Guyana native and West Orange resident has turned to the landscape, finding beauty in his own backyard. We hear from the artist on his newfound appreciation for nature, and visit his exhibition at Akwaaba Gallery.
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Roberto Lugo: The Village Potter
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