Current and Upcoming
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Rain Sun Cloud
June 7, 2024 - November 15, 2024June 7 - November 15, 2024 RoCo's latest public art project features Precipitate (Rain), Evaporate…
Queering Democracy
October 4, 2024 - November 16, 2024October 4 - November 16, 2024 Opening Reception: First Friday, October 4, 6-9pm ImageOut College…
RoCo Upstairs Open Studios
December 6, 2024 - December 7, 2024October 4 - October 5, 2024 RoCo Upstairs will be open for First Friday with…
C.O.M.P. Studios
October 6, 2023 - December 31, 2024October 2023 - ongoing C.O.M.P. Studios provides artists with free, temporary space to advance their…
34th Annual Members Exhibition
December 6, 2024 - February 15, 2025December 6, 2024 - February 15, 2025 Artwork Drop-off Days: Nov. 8, 12-9pm / Nov.…
Events
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24 Oct, 24Upcoming
Artist Panel Discussion
Thursday, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pmOctober 24, 6pm Join us for an in-depth conversation with four of the artists featured in Queering Democracy. Moderators: Bleu…
01 Nov, 24UpcomingFirst Friday with ImageOut and HRC
Friday, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pmNovember 1, 6pm Join RoCo, ImageOut, and The Human Rights Campaign to learn more about our organizations; and how we're…
08 Nov, 24UpcomingMembers Artwork Drop Off Day 1
Friday, 12:00 pm - 9:00 pmNovember 8, 12-9pm Calling all artists! You’re invited to enter RoCo’s Annual Members Exhibition. We invite artists from the Rochester…
09 Nov, 24UpcomingMembers Artwork Drop Off Day 2
Saturday , 12:00 pm - 6:00 pmNovember 9, 12-6pm Calling all artists! You’re invited to enter RoCo’s Annual Members Exhibition. We invite artists from the Rochester…
10 Nov, 24UpcomingMembers Artwork Drop Off Final Day
Sunday, 12:00 pm - 6:00 pmNovember 10, 12-6pm Calling all artists! You’re invited to enter RoCo’s Annual Members Exhibition. We invite artists from the Rochester…
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Jun
Call for Art: 2D Temporary Public Art Installation
Read moreDeadline: 5pm (EST) on September 15 and March 15 Overview Rochester Contemporary Art Center (RoCo) invites artists to propose three images for a temporary public
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23
Jun
Member Spotlight Lillie Suda
Read moreQ: What has been your favorite exhibition you’ve seen at RoCo? A: My favorite exhibit was definitely 'A Change is Coming' featuring Kill Joy! I’m
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27
Mar
Member Spotlight Erica Bryant and Rajesh Barnabas
Read moreQ:How long have you been a members? Why did you join RoCo? A Erica: I don’t actually know… many years. I joined because RoCo is
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26
Feb
Annual Call for Submissions and Exhibition Proposals
Read moreOverview Rochester Contemporary Art Center welcomes general and video submissions for future exhibition seasons. ANNUAL POSTMARK DEADLINE: December 31, 2024 Versión en español disponible aquí
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Jan
Call for Art: 2D Temporary Public Art Installation
Read moreDeadline: 5pm (EST) on March 15, 2024 Overview Rochester Contemporary Art Center (RoCo) invites artists to propose three images for a temporary public art installation
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20
Nov
Member Spotlight Kristin Donovan and Brent Joseph
Read moreQ: How long have you been members? and Why did you join RoCo? A: We've officially been members since around 2020? But we've felt like
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19
Aug
Unconditional Care by Katrina Majkut
Read moreUnconditional Care explores today’s most pressing health issues and shares the stories and concerns of those most directly impacted by them. From chronic illnesses, pregnancy,
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22
Mar
Member Spotlight Annessa Mingoea and Michael Filipek
Read moreQ: How long have you all been members and why did you join RoCo? A: Annessa & Michael - We joined RoCo about two years
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12
Mar
John Retallack (1951 – 2023)
Read moreWe are all so sad to learn of the passing of artist John Retallack. John was a talented photographer and book artist. Of his work
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Meet our Members!
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Q: If you could have one artist create your portrait, who would it be?
Lillie Suda
A: I know she predominantly did self-portraits, but Frida Kahlo would be amazing. She painted beyond what was in the mirror – she knew how to capture her own complexity as a person. I’d like to be seen in a similar way. Read more… -
Q: If you could learn a new skill, what would it be?
Erica Bryant and Rajesh Barnabas
A Erica: To juggle flaming pins. I am actually working on that, so stay tuned.
A Rajesh: I would like to learn how to draw better so I could make cartoons, either that or play the drums for some kind of rock band. Read more… -
Q: Who do you consider to be your greatest artistic mentor?
Kristin Donovan and Brent Joseph
A: Brent: Adrienne Leban. She taught me to not conform to what society’s definition of art was, but to find my own path in it. Kristin: Brent Joseph. Before we met, I hadn’t made any art in a very long time. Brent encouraged me to pick back up with drawing, painting, and photography. Read more… -
Q: Who do you consider to be your greatest artistic mentor?
Annessa Mingoea and Michael Filipek
A: Michael- My wife Annessa is my mentor. Read more… -
Q: If you could learn a new skill, what would it be?
Steven Peet and Yixuan Lin
A: Yixuan- I am a very practical person and I want to know how to program. A: Steven- Definitely to fly helicopters. Read more… -
Q: What is your favorite exhibition you’ve experienced at RoCo?
Peggi Fournier & Paul Dodd
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Q: If you could have one artist create your portrait, who would it be?
Debora McDell-Hernandez
A: I’d love to have my portrait done by Kehinde Wiley. Read more…
