Painting Ethiopia: The Life and Work of Qes Adamu Tesfaw

Just Opened! Thru March 5, 2007

At the age of 70, Ethiopian artist Qes Adamu Tesfaw is regarded by many as Ethiopia’s finest living artist, whose striking narrative depictions offer vignettes of the richness and variety of religious and secular life in Ethiopia, as well as scenes of important historical events that have given the country its identity. Grounded in the Ethiopian Orthodox tradition, his paintings are conceptually remarkable and aesthetically stunning.  More>>

Beaded Prayers Project: Beaded Blessings

October 25, 2006 thru January 15, 2007

The exhibition is comprised of over 4,000 beaded prayers inspired by African amulet traditions. Each contributed piece is a sealed beaded packet containing the written wishes, hopes, dreams and prayers sent in from participants, mainly women, from all over the nation and other countries.  More>>

Lecture & Hands-On Workshop>>