CONSTANT 2 | CONSTANTE 2 

  CONSTANT 2   |  CONSTANTE 2  

   In Full Bloom   |  Floreciente   

Manny Cantor Center Educational Alliance

Lobby Gallery

197 East Broadway, NYC 10002

March 15 - April 26, 2024

Artist Reception

Friday, March 15, 2024

6-8PM

Register at Evenbrite here.

CONSTANT 2 | CONSTANTE 2

In Full Bloom | Floreciente

Embark on a contemplative sojourn into "CONSTANT: In Full Bloom," an evocative photo exhibition that beckons you to savor the delicate interplay of identity, our profound connection to humanity, and the ever-present dance with the natural world.

Within this curated collection, the convergence of Samantha Box's "Caribbean Dreams" and Tiffany Williams' "Flower Series" unveils a tapestry of nuanced reflections. "Caribbean Dreams" becomes a poetic exploration of the Jamaican identity, navigating the intricate mosaic of diaspora, the precious cost of cultural roots, and the evolving landscape of accessibility and change. Box weaves each image as a poignant testament to the scattered fragments of identity within the diasporic experience.

In her "Flower Series," Tiffany Williams orchestrates two masterful movements: "Reflections" and "We All Grow." "Reflections" invites contemplation on the artist's transformative journey, a vulnerable dance with time that challenges viewers to seek the profound within the subtle. Williams, inspired by the Mulan anthem "Reflection," beckons the observer not only to witness her reflection but also to discover their own selves in the process.

"We All Grow," a symphony of blossoms, draws eloquent parallels between humanity and flowers. Delving into shared needs for nourishment, the influence of sunlight on our collective moods, and the universal call for care and love, Williams invites us to recognize the timeless interconnectedness that binds us all. Both artists unravel the intricacies of plants and trees, illuminating the fruits of memories and aspirations that transcend geographical confines and temporal limitations.

"CONSTANT: In Full Bloom" marks the inaugural collaboration of these visionary artists, a union that amplifies the resonance of their collective artistry. 

This event was co-curated and organized by AWWW Collective members Cher Scott, Mark Nevers and Danny R. Peralta. 

This exhibition was made possible by the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA). 

Additional support provided by ICP at THE POINT, Frank Fournier, Bashira Webb,  and Miguel Anaya.

About Samantha Box

Samantha Box is a Jamaican-born, Bronx-based photographer. She holds an MFA in Advanced Photographic Studies from the ICP-Bard College and a certificate in Photojournalism and Documentary Studies from the International Center of Photography. Her work has been exhibited, most notably, at the Houston Center of Photography, the DePaul Art Museum, the Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art, Light Work, the Open Society Foundation, the ICP Museum and at Le Rencontres d’Arles. Box has been an artist-in-residence at the Center of Photography at Woodstock, the Visual Studies Workshop and at Light Work, and was a Bronx Museum AIM fellow. She has been awarded a NYFA/NYSCA Fellowship in Photography twice: in 2010 and in 2022, an En Foco Fellowship, and a Silver Eye Fellowship. In 2023, she was shortlisted for the Aperture Portfolio Prize, the Louis Roederer Discovery Award, and the Prix De La Photo Madame Figaro. Her work is in the collections of the Museum of Fine Art, Houston and the Harvard Art Museums.

See more of Samantha's artwork at www.samanthabox.com

About Tiffany Williams

Tiffany B. Williams is a Harlem born photographer with 20+ years of experience in the field. She has been publicized on many occasions over the years through The JB Fellowship, The Bronx Art Alliance, The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, and The International Center of Photography just to name a few. Tiffany has gone from student to teacher and currently is working as a Lab Manager and Co-program manager for The International Center of Photography. Though her knowledge of photography is vast Tiffany still holds a love for black and white film photography.

Follow Tiffany on Instagram - @krazecassiusphoto

About Manny Cantor Center Educational Alliance

The Manny Cantor Center is part of Educational Alliance, a non-profit that brings together and partners with diverse communities in Lower Manhattan, offering individuals and families high-quality, multi-generational programs and services that enhance their well-being and socioeconomic opportunities. MCC is a place where everyone is welcome and where progress is powered one relationship at a time. MCC is proud of its legacy as a Jewish organization and provides high-quality, transformational services and programs to all New Yorkers through a network of community centers on Manhattan’s Lower East Side and East Village. 

For More Information

Manny Cantor Center - www.mannycantor.org

AWWW Collective - www.awwwcollective.org

For press inquiries email info@awwwcollective.com or call 917-865-6398.

Check out images from In Full Bloom Opening Night