Lunch and Learn returns with special guest Pierre Sylvain\, a multi- media artist and Gallery Director/Curator for the Hartford\, Connecticut-b ased Charter Oak Cultural Center\, in conversation with the Prince George' s County Office of Human Rights and the Prince George's County Memorial Li brary System about his art and creative process\, his social justice advoc acy\, and how art can open our minds and hearts to create \;"a dialogu e about how we are affected by this world we are living in." \; \;
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Abou t the artist: \;
\nPierre Sylvain is a self-taught multi-media a rtist represented throughout the country in both solo and group shows. He works with different mediums including paintings\, tile\, stained glass\, textile\, and found objects and has been recognized publicly for his advoc acy and impact reflecting current social issues. Mr. Sylvain is the Galler y Director and Curator for the Charter Oak Cultural Center\, serving the m ission of elevating the importance of art in healing society by providing access to highly skilled artists and students who may otherwise not have e asy access and visibility in the greater community. His award-winning art is most recognized for how it makes people feel and brings communities tog ether. He was the recipient of the Middletown Art Advocacy Award.
\nHis work are in private and public collections\, including at Wesleyan Uni versity\, Middletown CT\; Charter Oak Cultural Center\, Hartford CT\; Midd letown Town Hall\, Middletown CT\; Russell library\, Middletown CT\; and B ody Connect Health &\; Wellness\, Washington DC.
\nTo learn more about Pierre Sylvain\, including his work\, you can visit his website here. \;
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