Colorful Silence
Works by Mickey McGrath
January 14 to March 9, 2025
This year Clare Gallery will be highlight artists centered on the conceptual framework of “Mystery, Mystical, and Meaning.” Colorful Silence begins the Gallery’s season with an exhibition by New Jersey artist, Brother Mickey O’Neill McGrath, Oblate of St. Francis de Sales. Br. Mickey is a writer, painter, and storyteller. Previously, his Clare Gallery 2010 exhibition, A Fresh Look at Some of Our Best Loved Traditions, Holy Saints, and Timeless Mysteries, focused on the stories of the Virgin Mary and the Saints. This year’s exhibition, Colorful Silence, features quotes from modern “mystics” such as Richard Rohr, Dorothy Day, St. Therese, as well as others. Br. Mickey skillfully paints their social justice—or intimate spiritual reflections—in high saturation color, as well as with a light, fanciful touch. As he states, his intention is “finding beauty in the margins.” For more information on Br. Mickey, please visit his website.
Virtual Artist Talk: Thursday, January 23, 7–8 p.m. Registration Required
In-person Artist Talk and Reception: Sunday, 1–3 p.m. Open to the public
Visit our Current Exhibition for more information on this exhibition.
Publication
“Graceful Partners Art and Spirituality” is available at the Clare Gallery or on Amazon
Clare Gallery’s completed its 20th Anniversary at the end of 2024. We are celebrating this major accomplishment with the publication of Graceful Partners by Nancy E. Wynn.
This book documents the twenty-year history of the Clare Gallery at the Franciscan Center for Urban Ministry by sharing essays, exhibition content, and community impact statements. Wynn has managed and been Chair of the Clare Gallery since its inception in 2003. She wrote, edited, designed, and self-published the book. The book is currently available on Amazon. In the fall, there will be a few events at the Gallery. More to come…
Call to Artists
This year, our 22nd season, the Gallery is focused on artists’ work that has environmental and sustainable connections. We are also planning for 2026 and beyond! Artists interested in exhibiting at the Clare Gallery should download the Call to Artists Application, which are reviewed in a timely manner.
Visiting
The public is welcome to visit the Gallery to view the artwork. Parking is free across the street at the Saints lot. Take a ticket for validation (no need to use your credit card). The Gallery is accessible for all. Masks are optional.
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