"Reflecting Her Story," works by Vivianne Carey, Caroline Rust and Noor ul ain Zaib

"Reflecting Her Story," works by Vivianne Carey, Caroline Rust, and Noor ul ain Zaib, opens in the Dalton Gallery at the Center for the Arts on Friday, Sept. 13, 2019. This exhibition runs through Sunday, Oct. 27, with a free, public reception on Thursday, Oct. 10, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Reflecting Her Story presents a visual depiction of womanhood through the investigation of the female sense of self, identity and physical appearance. Each artist blends introspective components to expose a woman's moments of extreme vulnerability, challenge her sense of empowerment, and contemplate situations she faces.

In a collaborative exhibition, Vivianne Carey, Caroline Rust, and Noor ul ain Zaib highlight a selection of artworks they each have created over the last few years. This body of work for exhibition is important as it is a visual depiction mirroring the intricacies of being a woman.

Underlying themes of the artists’ works blend introspective components exposing a woman's moments of extreme vulnerability, challenge her sense of empowerment, and contemplate situations that she faces. The common core elements include altars, adornment, sexuality, women’s effects, garments, gender roles and self-image. Yet, the portfolios of these artists, stand in contrast to one another as well.

Exhibits in the Dalton Gallery at the Center for the Arts are sponsored by O’Darby’s Fine Wine & Spirits.