Previous Shows

Painting in the As I See It show

As I See It

Posted September 2, 2016

As an artist working with vision loss and cataracts, Constance Avery has had some limitations visually for over 30 years. However, undergoing cataract surgery has allowed her to take a different and interesting path with her artwork, which she calls a "keyhole vision". ... MORE

An Exhibit of Still Lifes and Landscapes

Posted May 6, 2016

A collection of works by artist Gretel Hemingway Duffy will be featured in an exhibit opening on Thursday, May 9th at Empire State College. The Exhibit, Titled "Art Evolves", opens at the Central New York Center in Syracuse and will include an hors d'oeuvres reception from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. This free public event, will take place at the Central Arts Center Gallery, 6333 Route 298, East Syracuse. ... MORE

poster on floral print background

Printed, Woven, Dyed

Posted September 23, 2014

Mentor Alan Stankiewicz has created a new show for the Central Arts Gallery at the Central New York Center in Each Syracuse. The show features textiles and textile surface designs dating back hundreds of years. ... MORE

poster for opening of paintings by Linda Bigness

Reflective Cultures: Blending Cultures through the Abstract

Posted February 7, 2014

Opening reception on Feb. 13, 2014 of works by Linda Burgess, MALS student and internationally exhibited artist. ... MORE

photo of machinery in snow by Olivia Dellios

Dellios Senior Exhibition

Posted February 17, 2013

The opening of the Senior Exhibition by Olivia Dellios was Tuesday, Feb. 12 ... MORE

poster with Kennedy era election memorabilia

Why Vote - Posters, Politics and Propaganda

Posted September 27, 2012

Why Vote: Posters, Politics and Propaganda runs Sept. 27, 2012 through Jan. 21, 2013 at the Central Gallery located in East Syracuse. ... MORE

arts student showcase poster 2012

2011-2012 Arts Learning Community Showcase

Posted May 27, 2012

Join us for the opening of the 2011-2012 "Arts Learning Community Showcase," with an "Open Mic" on June 7, 2012 at 5 p.m. at the Central Arts Gallery. ... MORE

My House - Children's Art curated by Sally Heim

My House: Children's Art

Posted March 1, 2012

Come join us as we explore how children bring to life the concept of “house.” Curated by Sally Heim, the show runs until May 31, 2012. ... MORE

black and white photo Gary Finch '90

40@40

Posted November 1, 2011

Comprised of business owners, editors, politicians, artists, managers, researchers, a commissioner, a meteorologist, musicians, scientists, educators, marketers, healers, counselors..., photographers, social workers, writers, mothers, fathers, citizens, this triumphant exhibition of photographs and profiles makes visible the important but oftentimes behind-the-scenes or under-celebrated contributions, accomplishments and experiences of Central New York’s graduates both to their workplaces and communities over the past forty years ... MORE

partial face in profile

Manipulations and Perceptions: A Self Study

Posted June 15, 2011

The opening reception for "Manipulations and Perceptions: A Self Study" is June 15, 2011 starting at 5 P.M. ... MORE

number 5 and 4 and their reflection

Approaches & Disclosures, 3 Photographers

Posted April 20, 2011

Approaches & Disclosures, 3 Photographers is a collection of work from three SUNY Empire State College faculty and staff members: Lee Herman, mentor at the Auburn Unit, Sue Orrell, director of academic support at the Central New York Center and Alan Stankiewicz, mentor at the Central New York Center. ... MORE

color photo of a house and backyard

Backyards: A Photographic Series by Matt Goupil-Proirtta

Posted February 17, 2011

The backyards of American homes have developed their own aesthetics properties since the boom of post war expansion of the suburban landscape. With this in mind, backyards have become an integral part of the American dream. ... MORE

teacher standing in front of projection of homework assignment

Classroom Visions

Posted November 10, 2010

This exhibit shows the work of the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program with images of students and teachers at work in NYC area public schools. ... MORE

photo by Sue Orrell of stone sculpture by Tom Huff

The Central Fire, A Native American Art Show

Posted September 1, 2010

?This exhibition is a broad survey of the contemporary fine arts by Haudenosaunee artists and others from Native North America. Many of these works are from Tom Huff's private collection of works collected in New York state and from the artists who participate in the annual Indian Market and Native American Art Show in Santa Fe, N.M. ... MORE

photo of Stonehenge by James Suits

360: Landscapes in Panorama: A Senior Thesis

Posted July 12, 2010

Running from July 15, 2010 to Aug. 31, 2010, "360: Landscapes in Panorama" are photos comprising a senior thesis by James Suits. ... MORE

black and white photo of Cuban children by Mel Rosenthal

Cuba: Cultural Renderings

Posted April 5, 2010

The title is inclusive of the many media that will be shared at this event including: photos, film, and scholarly presentations. ... MORE

clay statute with copper oxide by Oana Dell

A Life's Work, in Progress: Jewelry, Pottery, Paintings and Poetry

Posted November 2, 2009

Works by Oana Dell, an Empire State College alumna, will be on exhibit Nov. 2 - Dec. 18, 2009. ... MORE

black and white photo of Nomonde Mbusi

Faces & Phases (2006 - 2009): A Selection of Works

Posted September 28, 2009

"Faces & Phases (2006 - 2009): A Selection of Works" by Zanele Muholi, activist and visual artist, South Africa is an exhibit running in connection with the IRN-African 2009 Meeting (Genders & Sexualities in Africa: Opportunities and Challenges in the 21st Century) hosted by Empire State College, Central New York Center, ... MORE

watercolor of colored leaves by Dennis Andrukat

Almost There: Works in Watercolor

Posted July 30, 2009

"Almost There: Works in Watercolor" is a show by Dennis Andrukat, an Empire State College student which runs from July 30 through Sept. 15, 2009. ... MORE

example of African cloth

African Social and Political Cloths: Kangas, Kitenges and T-shirts

Posted January 23, 2009

This show features African cloths from the private collection of visiting Yale University Scholars, Dr. Ann Biersteker and Dorothy C. Woodson including kanga cloths made with images of President Barack Obama and former President George W. Bush. ... MORE