Mana Contemporary opening Sunday, October 25th at 12 pm~ THree Works by Athena LaRocha, Jersey City.

 All programs and details below. 

Opening Sunday, October 25th at 12PM Athena LaTocha's In the Wake of... Image Courtesy of the Artist and Mana Contemporary. Photography by Jason Mandella. Three Works by Athena LaTocha Athena LaTocha’s practice begins with sustained attention to place—to the narratives, materials, traces, and forces that accumulate within a landscape over time. Translating what is often intangible into physical form, her works forgo straightforward depiction and instead absorb and reflect something of their histories.  Working with ink, soils, demolition sediment, artist-made charcoal, paper, lead, and sound, LaTocha subjects her various mediums to processes of tension, contact, erasure, accumulation, and transformation. Her surfaces bear the marks of both place and body: evidence of what has been encountered, touched, displaced, or left behind. History becomes an immaterial material, layered and carried forward, and made perceptible through matter. Presented within the industrial architecture of Mana Contemporary’s Biergarten Gallery, these three works invite a physical encounter. Their monumental scale requires viewers to move across and around them, taking in their surfaces gradually and bodily. Yet despite this substantiality, a striking vulnerability remains. Paper, metal, pigment, and sound register the fragility of contact, reminding us that even seemingly solid things remain susceptible to pressure, change, and time. Presented by Mana Contemporary Biergarten Gallery Public Opening: Fall Open Studios October 25, 2026  12PM - 6PM On view through Spring 2027 All Images courtesy of the Artist and Mana Contemporary, Photography by Jason Mandella. Athena LaTocha's In the Wake of... (left) and Before the Sun Sets (center). Image Courtesy of the Artist and Mana Contemporary. Photography by Jason Mandella. Athena LaTocha's The Tainted and the Dead. Image Courtesy of the Artist and Mana Contemporary. Photography by Jason Mandella. Monira Foundation, an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit institution. Their mission is to expand the reach and quality of art available to the public through residencies, exhibitions, and public programs that address urgent and ongoing community needs, particularly as these needs evolve and change. DIRECTIONS TO MANA CONTEMPORARY: * Just a 10-minute walk from the Journal Square PATH Station * Limited Free Parking available on site * Shuttle buses are available from NYC.  Pick up from the Corner of Laight Street & St. John’s Lane at 12:00pm and 1:30pm.  The return to Corner of Laight Street & St. John’s Lane will leave Mana at 5:00pm and 6:30pm. JOIN OUR MANA ARTIST COMMUNITY

Join our Mana Artist Community! Housed inside unique, retrofitted spaces, Mana Contemporary offers private and semi-private studios for artists looking to experience the benefits of an artist community within an exceptional setting. Interested in learning more? Please fill out the form to get in touch or inquire about a studio. Artist: Xan Padron. Photo credit: Kristin J. DeAngelis LEARN MORE ABOUT A STUDIO AT MANA HERE Follow us on Instagram @manacontemporary Mana Contemporary Jersey City 888 Newark Ave Jersey City, NJ 07306 MANA CONTEMPORARY 888 Newark Ave Jersey City, NJ 07306 PARKING & DIRECTIONS Mana Contemporary is an easy ten-minute walk from the Journal Square PATH station. If you are driving, we have a free public parking lot located on our campus. Quick access from the Holland and Lincoln Tunnels, as well as the New Jersey Turnpike, makes it a convenient trip to visit Mana. Full directions can be found here. Please feel free to share as events are open to all.

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Mana Contemporary, Notes on Experimentation, Nov 15-17,2023. Jersey City, NJ

Notes on Experimentation An exhibition showcasing the talents of Mana-based artists celebrating the spirit of exploration and the art of the sketch. This collection of artworks offers a captivating glimpse into the creative process, providing valuable insights.  Special guest DJ: Art by Mana Contemporary studio artist: Abhishek Tuiwala “The Economy of Class”.  Closing Reception Brunch: Please join us for the closing reception of "I Would Prefer Not To..." Curated by Kele McComsey, Director of Mana Contemporary.   Sunday, November 19th 1:00PM to 4:00PM ART150 157A First St, 2nd Floor Jersey City, NJ 07302   Art Fair 14C and Mana Contemporary are pleased to have partnered together for “I Would Prefer Not To...” a group show at the ART150 Gallery. The phrase “I would prefer not to” may be one of the most indelible spoken lines in American literature. The declaration derives its power from giving the slightest impression of hope that Herman Melville’s Bartleby may still fall in line with his fellow employees and do as he is told—thereby softening the true defiance of the statement. “The simple addition of “would” and “prefer” creates a complex scenario where the appropriate answer is not readily available,” explains McComsey. “How does one reply to someone ‘who would prefer not to’ participate in society,  This exhibition seeks to show the importance that artists have in these times by connecting their work to the same spirit of Bartleby’s repeated line of passive resistance. Participating Artists: Kristian Battell, Kirkland Bray, Mary Jean Canziani, Sandra Cavanagh, Nora Chavooshian, Gabriella D’Italia, Nicholas D’Ornellas, Jesse Egner, Pauline Galiana, Ann Giordano, Kendall Henderson, Marshall LaCount, Carolyn Lambert, M. P. Landis, Osy Milian, Deborah Pohl, Margaret Roleke, Regina Ruff, Sajal Sarker, Fabricio Suarez, Hui Tian, Abhishek Tuiwala, and Renelle White Buffalo. “Nothing so aggravates an earnest person as a passive resistance,” Herman Melville, Bartleby the Scrivener (1853).  Events are free and open to the public. Follow us on Instagram @manacontemporary Mana Contemporary Jersey City 888 Newark Ave Jersey City, NJ 07306

Mana Contemporary Open Studios: Jersey City Oct. 15, 12-6

Mana Contemporary Fall Open Studios Sunday, October 15, 2023 12PM-6PM 888 Newark Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306 Studio Artists - New Exhibitions - Children's Programming -  Musical Performances Engage with artists, curators, gallerists and other art enthusiasts! Mana Contemporary Open Studio entrance is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Meet Mana Contemporary Studio Artists: Mana Studio Artist (left): Oriel Studio 205; Mana Studio Artist (right): Preksha Kapadia Studio B45. Our Mana Artist Community is looking forward to meeting you! The following artists will have their doors open to engage and talk about their art.  Maps will be available on-site. Abhishek Tuiwala, Alison Arias, Amelia Shields, Amy Wilson, Anders Lindseth, Anthony E. Boone, Bradley Hart, Chizuru Morii Kaplan, Daiqing Zhu and Xiyun Xu, Daniel Jenkins, Daniel Morowitz, Danielle Frankenthal, Deniz Eyubogu, Dhrumil Patel, Durston Saylor, Eric Rhein, Erica Levine, Erik-Hombre Gudowski, ESKFF, Gabriella Imperatori-Penn, Gene Kiegel, George Zalepa, Geraldine Neuwirth, Hakchul Kim, Heechan Kim, Imani Bilál, Iris Kufert-Rivo, Jada Fab, Jeffrey Loura, Jenny Nolan & Boris Martinez, Jill Moss Studios, Jodi Gerber, John Dubrow, John Manuel Gomez, Julian Tejera, Jushin Golzalez, Justin Rivenbark, Leandro Comrie, Lilia Ana, Liz Chen Ndoye, Margaret Morton Archive, Maria De Los Angeles & Ryan Bonilla, Matthew langley, Nicole Basilone, Nyugen E. Smith, Olga Turka, Oriel, Preksha Kapadia, Quincy Kmetz, R Graves and Company, Regina Ruff, Renate Aller, Rick Klauber, Rina Oh, Sajal Sarkar, Sean Mellyn, Seanna Noonan, Shaleeka Ahuja, Shihori Yamamoto, ShinYoung An, Sky Kim, Stef Duffy, Sofia Saleh, Tara Kothari, TRG Studios, Velawsmo, Vera Khodakova,  Verdiana Patacchini, Whitney Whitaker, Xan Padron, Yuli Primor, and Zac Gross. (as of 10-12-23) New Exhibitions and Installations on View Left: Machine Dazzle, Serving Face  Right: Artist: Nick Bodoin Title: Eruption - 2023, acrylic on wood, 60 inches x 64 inches (ESKFF Residency: A Parade Through the Years) Notes on Experimentation An exhibition showcasing the talents of Mana-based artists celebrating the spirit of exploration and the art of the sketch. This collection of artworks offers a captivating glimpse into the creative process, providing valuable insights. Curated by Maria De Los Angeles. Mana artists include: Amelia Shields, Anthony Boone, Antonio Murado, Bryant Small, Danielle Scott, Dhrumil Patel, Gene Kiegel, Hakchul Kim, Imani Bilal, James Gortner, Jeremy DeHitta, Leandro Comrie, Maria De Los Angeles, MJ King, Preksha Kapadia, Ryan Bonilla, Sajal Sarkar and Stanley Casselman Location: 1st Floor, Middle Gallery Serving Face: Collection of costumes worn by Machine Dazzle, Taylor Mac and the Dazzle Dancers. 2015 - Present; Machine Dazzle Location: 1st Floor, Left Hallway Gallery ESKFF Residency: A Parade Through the Years Join ESKFF in celebrating almost 15 years of residence supporting artists by viewing selected incredible works throughout the years. Location:  1st Floor, Back Gallery Inner Mirror; Linda K. Alpern presented by Monira Foundation Explore personal narratives on identity, self-contemplation, and connection through photography. A collaboration with the AYN Foundation. Location:  2nd Floor Between Two Breaths; David Benarroch presented by Monira Foundation Dive into sculptures and drawings that reveal traces of physical impact and explore the concept of displacement in migration. Location: Studio 250 As Ever by Jiwon Rhie in the Shortstop Gallery a mobile exhibition space created by Andrew Moeller Featuring Jiwon Rhie's artwork at an affordable price of 50 cents per pop! Location: BMST Film Noir an installation by ROQ Initiative Experience the classic film noir style from old Hollywood and a recreated detective's office. Location: BMST Presented by Monira Foundation Top Left, Clockwise:  Between Two Breaths by David Benarroch, Location: Studio 250 * As Ever by Jiwon Rhie, Location: Shortstop Gallery (Basement) * Film Noir Installation by ROQ Initiative. Location: Basement Special Guest DJs bunkr. is a creative studio for DJs to create content. Located at 25 Halsey St., bunkr. first opened their doors in January 2023 and they haven’t stopped since. From DJ lessons to podcasting and live streams, bunkr. aims to support the DJ community with resources that were previously unavailable for artists. Music by Joshua Garcia (left), nknx (right), plus Jedd Kristin and Philip Lee. Location: Lobby and 1st Floor Middle Gallery. The Mannion Immersion Experience Meet Jonathan Mannion. Hear his stories. Have the opportunity to own a small slice of Hip Hop History.  Location: First Floor Lobby Hallway PRESENTS: Monira Foundation AIR Open Studios Heechan Kim Amelia Saul Rowan Renee Shihori Yamamoto Jiwon Rhie Location: BSMT 2:00pm – 3:00pm Workshop:  Inner Self-Portrait presented by Monira Foundation. Dive into the world of identity through 2D composition. Perfect for children (ages 5-12) and families. Location:  1st Floor, Gallery across from Andy Warhol   12:00 – 3:00 pm Grant Jacoby Performance and Rehearsal Location:  Monira Foundation Dance Studio 4th floor   3:00 – 6:00 pm CoCA Performance and Rehearsal Location:  Monira Foundation Dance Studio 4th floor Top: Grant Jacoby Performance  Bottom: Company of Collaborative Artists Location:  Monira Foundation Dance Studio 4th floor Shuttle Bus Service Manhattan to Mana Contemporary 12:00pm pick up at Laight St and St. John Lane, Manhattan; drop off 888 Newark Ave, Jersey City Manhattan - Liberty State Park Terminal - Mana Contemporary  1:00pm Pick up Laight St and St. John Lane, Manhattan; drop off/pick up at Liberty State Park Terminal - 1 Audrey Zapp Drive; drop off 888 Newark Ave, Jersey City Manhattan to Mana Contemporary 2:00pm pick up at Laight St and St. John Lane, Manhattan; drop off 888 Newark Ave, Jersey City Mana Contemporary  - Liberty State Park Terminal - Manhattan 3:30pm Pick up 888 Newark Ave, Jersey City; drop off/pick up at Liberty State Park Terminal - 1 Audrey Zapp Drive; Return to Laight St and St. John Lane, Manhattan Mana Contemporary - Manhattan  4:00pm Pick up 888 Newark Ave, Jersey City; Return to Laight St and St. John Lane, Manhattan 6:00pm Pick up 888 Newark Ave, Jersey City; Return to Laight St and St. John Lane, Manhattan Mana Fashion:  Special Ticketed Event Mana Fashion Swap Brunch hosted by Mana Fashion Services. 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