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Friday, March 7th, 4:00pm-7:00pm
NJCU Galleries
Jerome China's Artist Talk from 6 to 7 p.m Jersey City, NJ - NJCU Visual Arts Gallery is pleased to hold an exhibition of metal sculpture by the Jersey-City-based sculptor, Jerome China from February 12 to March 20.
Found and Reclaimed is an exploration of rediscovery, transformation, and the reclamation of what was once thought to be lost, forgotten, or overlooked. In this exhibition, the artist investigates the idea that what is "found" is often more than just a physical object or a moment in time; it is the reawakening of something deep within us, something that holds meaning, power, or beauty that was hidden in plain sight or lost to time. This work challenges the notion of permanence, suggesting that everything has the potential for reclamation, whether it’s a forgotten memory, a discarded object, or a part of our own identity.
The works featured in Found and Reclaimed utilize metal sculpture to tell stories of rediscovery. These pieces examine how the act of reclaiming something—whether a personal narrative, a physical object, or an abstract concept—can give it new life, purpose, and significance. The artist presents "found" objects and ideas that were once discarded, reimagined, or altered, breathing new life into them and reflecting on the potential inherent in reinterpreting what has been overlooked.
Found and Reclaimed is not just about the act of recovery, but about transformation. It invites the viewer to witness how what was once forgotten or neglected can emerge with renewed meaning, offering fresh insights into the past while shaping the present. Each work poses questions about the nature of value, ownership, and history—asking whether we truly lose things, or simply fail to recognize their worth until we look at them through a different lens.
The concept of "reclamation" extends beyond material objects to encompass ideas, relationships, and identities that may have been buried or silenced. Whether it’s reclaiming a forgotten culture, a lost tradition, or personal experiences that shaped who we are, these works underscore the transformative power of re-engaging with the past to create something new.
In this exhibition, Found and Reclaimed suggests that nothing is ever truly lost forever. It calls on us to reflect on the ways we hold onto, re-imagine, and restore that which is discarded, overlooked, or forgotten—whether in the world around us or within ourselves. What we find, and what we reclaim, can serve as reminders that everything has the potential for renewal and transformation, contributing to a deeper understanding of who we are and where we have been.
Jerome China was born in 1961 in Richmond, Virginia. He received his early training as the first artist in residence at All Iron Works commercial welding and fabrication shop currently located in Hoboken, NJ. In addition, he studied with blacksmith Paul Januz at Gravity Line Forge. These residence experiences provided a balanced foundation in welding, blacksmithing, and metallurgy. He has lived in New York and Virginia and currently resides in Jersey City, New Jersey.
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Elevator located on the first floor
Ramp at the entrance
Contact myoshimoto@njcu.edu
Contact
Email: myoshimoto@njcu.cu
Phone: 201-200-2496
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