Bonfoey Gallery Presents Nevertheless She Created: Encore in Celebration of Women’s History Month

Patricia Zinsmeister Parker, My Achilles Heel, mixed media on canvas, 40 X 30 inches, 2024.

For 132 years, the Bonfoey Gallery has remained Cleveland’s premier destination for contemporary art, with a rich history of hosting several major exhibitions each year. This March, the Bonfoey Gallery celebrates Women’s History Month with Nevertheless, She Created: Encore, a captivating group exhibition honoring the indomitable feminine spirit. The exhibit will be on display from March 13 to April 26, with an opening night reception where attendees will have the opportunity to meet the artists.

In this compelling exhibition, the gallery features twentieth and twenty-first century works created by prominent artists of the area. Included in the exhibit are pieces from Leslye Arian, Ryn Clarke, Clara Deike, Marilyn Farinacci, Kathleen Hammett, Patricia Zinsmeister Parker, Dorothy Rutka Porter, Trudy Wiesenberger, and others. Showcasing a variety of mediums, including painting, sculpture, printmaking, photography, and multimedia works, each piece serves as a testament to the pivotal role of women in shaping our social and cultural landscapes.

Ryn Clark, Hummingbird and Caterpillar, photographic composition on paper, 24 X 24 inches, 2024.

Women’s History Month celebrates the remarkable achievements of women throughout American history while simultaneously serving as a testament to women’s tenacity, empowerment, and their steadfast and unwavering commitment to uplifting others. Throughout history, despite numerous barriers, women have demonstrated their profound ability to triumph and inspire future generations with their resilience and determination. Nevertheless, She Created: Encore embodies this spirit, showcasing these women artists’ devotion to their work by creating enduring legacies that resonate across generations, undeterred by the challenges they faced.

As a women-managed company, Bonfoey Gallery remains a beacon of women’s leadership in the arts community, long championing the voices of women artists. Nevertheless, She Created: Encore is a continuation of this proud legacy, offering a space for women artists to illuminate the unique tapestry of female experience and expression, fostering a deeper appreciation for women’s contributions to the art world.

Join us in celebration on opening night, where guests will have the opportunity to preview the exhibition, meet some of the featured artists, and enjoy light refreshments. Admission is free and all are welcome and encouraged to come.


THE BONFOEY GALLERY
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Cleveland, Ohio 44115
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EVENTS:
Nevertheless, She Created: Encore, March 13–April 26. Opening reception 5-8pm Thursday, March 13