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Chip Fisher Memorial Exhibition

August 5 - August 17

Free

Each year during the Joint Effort Safe Streets program, the Arts Council presents the Chip Fisher Memorial Exhibition. The 2024 exhibition shows the work of Aaron Fisher, Uriah Smith, and Ronah Harris.

Join us for a reception, free and open to the public, on Wednesday, August 7 at 5pm.

 

About Aaron C. Fisher
Princeton, NJ is where it all began….. My mother says from the time I could hold a crayon, I was drawing.  Artistic expression comes naturally.  Early influence came from my sister Pat, who too is an artist, and she encouraged me to hone my gift.  I attended Middlesex County College, majoring in Marketing, Art and Design.  I am currently the Visual Arts mentor for the New Brunswick area branch of ACT-SO (Afro- Academic, Cultural, Technological and Scientific Olympics), which is a yearlong achievement program designed to recruit, stimulate and encourage high academic and cultural achievement amongst African-American high school students.

Working on canvas and wood, utilizing acrylic paint, inks and colored pencil, I focus on the human face layering the various colors to recreate expression, character and life.  Details matter and with all my pieces, I carefully attempt to recreate the details that make each face unique.  I have never encountered a dull subject and inspiration is readily available.  I work fervently to create works that express my admiration for the subject matter and in doing so, I am hopeful that the gazer notices the details but also, feels…….I currently reside in Franklin Park, NJ with Angela, my beautiful wife of 30 years and our daughter, Kylie.
 
About Uriah Smith
Uriah Smith, also known as Serari, was born and raised in Hamilton, New Jersey. Studying in the world of Fine arts, He is a surrealist/abstract expressionist who passionately makes art a daily part of his lifestyle. He currently is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in fine arts at Rutgers Mason Gross School of the arts in New Brunswick, New Jersey and is trained professionally in using various mediums such as oil and acrylic paint. Uriah has been fortunate enough to display work within local community businesses, restaurants, shops, events, and local galleries in the Mercer County area. He is a recipient of many awards, including 1st place in Phi Delta Kappa Inc. Pi Chapter Art Competitions of 2020. He also is the recipient of the MCCC Visual Arts Scholarship (2023) (2024), The CYBIS Art Award (2023), and the Bao & L Wang Visual Arts Award (2023). The majority of Serari’s artworks are displayed on his social media platforms pages in TikTok and Instagram.
About Ronah Harris

Ronah Harris, EdD, is a visionary learning scientist and entrepreneur with expertise in human factors, design thinking, and cognitive science. Through her company, Play Pattern LLC, Ronah creates innovative products and programs that make new technologies accessible and meaningful to diverse audiences.

With degrees from The New School, the University of Pennsylvania, and Teachers College, Columbia University, Ronah leverages her knowledge of cognitive reasoning, creativity, and social constructivism to design transformative learning experiences. As a Visiting Professor at Haverford College and an instructor at New York University, she shares her insights with the next generation of innovators.

Ronah’s research-driven approach and commitment to empowering others have earned her global recognition. Her upcoming workshop on Artificial Intelligence supported by the Dodge Foundation reflect her dedication to making cutting-edge technologies accessible and meaningful to all.

Chip Fisher Memorial Exhibition

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