THIS IS NOT A RETREAT! celebrates the impact of NXTHVN’s Fellowship Program, which since 2018 has supported 41 artists and 12 curators through mentorship and professional training. Featuring works by alumni from Cohorts 01–05, the exhibition affirms NXTHVN’s role in fostering creativity, resilience, and community. Through painting, sculpture, drawing, and photography, the presentation reflects the diverse voices and lasting influence of its participants in contemporary art.
Exhibiting artists: Felipe Baeza, Layo Bright, Allana Clarke, Alexandria Couch, Kenturah Davis, Anindita Dutta, Daniel Tyree Gaitor-Lomack, Merik Goma, John Guzman, Eric Hart Jr., Fidelis Joseph, Alyssa Klauer, Africanus Okokon, Esteban Ramón Pérez, Jamaal Peterman, Alexander Puz, Patrick Quarm, Athena Quispe, Daniel Ramos, Ilana Savdie, Alisa Sikelianos-Carter, Vaughn Spann, Capt. James Stovall V, Warith Taha, and Vincent Valdez.
