The Illustrated World: Recent Works by Alumni
Louise and Bernard Palitz Gallery
January 30 – March 17, 2006
Gallery hours for this exhibition vary – please call Lubin House for availability

The Illustrated World: Recent Works by Alumni, curated by the Community Folk Art Center, features works of illustration by several Syracuse University alumni artists. The works explore the world as seen through an illustrator’s eye. Techniques range from traditional pen and ink drawings to paintings to compositions enhanced by computer manipulation. Exhibiting artists include: Barbara Brandon-Croft '80, Crystal Davenport '82, Ernesto Camacho '84, Peter Rodrigo '04 and Christopher Savido '03. Works in this exhibition depict unique visions of the world coupled with a strong awareness of the issues that face our modern society.

Community Folk Art Center, a program of the African American Studies Department in the College of Arts & Sciences, was established by faculty and students of the University as well as residents of Central New York. The CFAC has been a unique force in the Syracuse community throughout its existence. The primary objectives of providing a high quality showcase for talented artists of various ethnic origins, creating a setting for dialogue and interaction among professional and emerging artists.

In order to create ties between the community and the CFAC at an early age, the center offers visual arts workshops for children of all ages. Syracuse’s art treasures and professional art instructors offer six to eight week workshops throughout the year in their respective areas.

The center, formally known as the Community Folk Art Gallery is now part of the Connective Corridor Project. When completed, the connective corridor will improve and promote access to Syracuse's arts and culture communities by providing a safe, accessible and affordable transportation route. The Corridor's pathway will extend 1.5 miles from the University Hill into downtown Syracuse and Armory Square. It will utilize landscaping, art and signage to reflect the region's rich history, and draw attention to the city's landmarks and distinctive architecture.