CURRENT EXHIBITIONS

THE ROAD LESS TRAVELED: AN ODE TO THE GREEN BOOK by CC Mercer Watson

Opening Reception Saturday, May 10, 2025 from 6-9PM.

Artist Conversation with CC Mercer Watson Sunday, May 11, 2025 from 1 pm to 2:30 pm

Exhibition Runs: May 11 – June 29, 2025

THE ROAD LESS TRAVELLED: AN ODE TO THE GREEN BOOK pays homage to the hero’s journey of African-American roadsters across the United States from the 1930s to the present day. Inspired by Watson’s cross-country trek to deliver artwork to SooVAC for Untitled 18, and her favorite movie of all time, The Wiz, she blends the radical grit of Negro travelers, guided by The Green Book, and that of The Emerald City, a coveted destination, as each person who begins their odyssey must navigate new territory and find their way home. A journey depicted in vivid color through various textile and quilting techniques. Storytelling and poetry play an essential role in Watson’s creative endeavors. THE GREEN BOOK OF POEMS by CC Mercer Watson is a collection that inspired and will accompany her exhibition. It documents the hopes, dreams, disappointments, and joys directly related to life in the South and traveling on the road, stateside, or abroad. This collection also celebrates black life, love, grief, and expectations of respect. THE GREEN BOOK OF POEMS is dedicated to those who take the road less traveled.

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Woven Paths by Khadijah M.

Opening Reception Saturday, May 10, 2025 from 6-9PM.

Exhibition Runs: May 11 – June 29, 2025

Woven Paths by Khadijah M. begins with extensive research into the techniques, patterns, and mathematical structures found in textile designs created by women from different cultures. These geometric designs are not just visually appealing; they represent systems of knowledge that convey encoded histories, environmental adaptations, and the stories passed down through generations. The installation draws on these findings in an abstract way. Rather than directly replicating the textiles, this work reinterprets their underlying concepts using new materials and forms. The shapes are expanded, layered, and recontextualized to invite viewers into a different kind of intimacy—one that relies not on literal representation but on providing a sensory experience of structure, rhythm, and resonance.

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UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS

The Suzy Greenberg MFA Juried Exhibition

Opening Reception Saturday, July 19, 2025 from 6-9 PM

Exhibition Runs: July 20 – August 24, 2025

Work by Malini Basu, Elizabeth Blackwell, Aja Bond, Anissa Cavazos-Rodriguez, Matthew Clara, Graciela DeAnda, Isabela Escalona, Devin Gallucci, Ranran Hu, Camila Leiva, Nelson Liu, Whalen Polikoff, nouf saleh, Angela St. Vrain, Hayden Teachout, and Mai Tran.

This will be SooVAC's 2nd year of exhibiting MFA graduates from both the Minneapolis College of Art and Design and the University of Minnesota, honoring SooVAC's Founder, Suzy Greenberg, for her vision and commitment to emerging artists. With fewer opportunities to showcase their work, we welcome the chance to highlight these artists as they embark on their professional arts careers. This exhibition was juried by Trina Fernandez and Prerna.

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Beyond the Darkness, You Can See the Stars by Fiorenza Pancino

Opening Reception Saturday, July 19, 2025 from 6-9 PM

Exhibition Runs: July 20 – August 24, 2025

Beyond the Darkness, You Can See the Stars, by acclaimed Italian artist Fiorenza Pancino, is a profound exploration of emotions and resilience. This captivating show features a collection of previously unseen works in three parts: “Fear”, “Vomiting”, and “Mantra", offering a unique glimpse into Pancino's creative journey, including pieces developed during her artist residency in Minneapolis last summer.

The central highlight of the exhibition is the inaugural presentation of Pancino's powerful participatory art project centered around the universal theme of “Fear.” This deeply engaging installation comprises 45 meticulously crafted bowls, envisioned as vessels of the soul, accompanied by 45 intimate interviews and 45 evocative drawings. Together, these elements weave a rich tapestry of personal experiences and shared vulnerabilities. Visitors will also have the opportunity to delve further into this project through a companion book, thoughtfully curated to present the interviews and corresponding images in a compelling side-by-side format.

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