The Arts Council of Princeton (ACP) presents the immersive multimedia exhibition, “America Unfiltered: Portraits and Voices of a Nation” by Horacio Marquinez and Kirill Myltsev.
On view in the Taplin Gallery from February 14 through March 14, this exhibition explores the question “What does it mean to be an American?” through the raw, personal encounters assembled by immigrant filmmakers Horacio Marquínez and Kirill Myltsev.
Over a nine-month journey across the United States, the directors collected unfiltered voices and stories on politics, race, immigration, gun control, and shared humanity. The exhibition pairs photographic portraiture with narrative film elements to foster reflection and dialogue during a pivotal time in the nation’s cultural landscape.
Guests are invited to a free screening of “America Unfiltered” in the Solley Theater on Saturday, February 14, from 1 to 3 p.m. followed by a gallery opening from 3 to 5 p.m. Registration for the free event is available at www.artscouncilofprinceton.org.
Two additional exhibits are also on view through March 14, with simultaneous opening receptions on Saturday, February 14, from 3 to 5 p.m.
“Decisive Moment” by Evan Wolarsky will be on display in the Siegal Gallery. Wolarsky was a devoted street photographer, roaming the streets of New York, the Princeton campus, and destinations around the world in pursuit of what Henri Cartier-Bresson famously called the “decisive moment,” that fleeting instant when form, emotion, and meaning align. Working primarily in black and white, Wolarsky captured scenes of everyday life with sensitivity, patience, and a keen eye for human presence. All photographs in this exhibition were printed by Wolarsky himself and are available for purchase, with proceeds benefiting the Arts Council.
“Princeton?Unexpected” by Alan Chimacoff will be on view in the Lower Level Gallery.
Chimacoff presents an inventive visual exploration that invites viewers to see “the unnoticed in town, on campus, and beyond.” This installation highlights overlooked objects and architectural fragments, from classical sculpture to weathered wood, encouraging a fresh perspective on familiar environments. The thoughtful photography ignites curiosity and reveals beauty in the everyday.
February 14 will also mark the culmination of Nancy Hackett’s Anne-Reeves Artist Residency at the Arts Council. During the openings, Hackett will activate the Sands lobby with finished prints on display and live linocut printmaking, offering visitors an opportunity to witness the printmaking process in real time. Guests are invited to observe as carved blocks are inked and printed by hand, celebrating both the residency conclusion and the power of process-based art.
Arts Council of Princeton, 102 Witherspoon Street, Princeton.. Exhibit openings Saturday, February 14, 3 to 5 p.m. Free. On view through March 14. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org or 609-924-8777.
'America Unfiltered: Portraits and Voices of a Nation' pairs striking portraits with firsthand stories gathered during a nine-month journey across the U.S., amplifying diverse voices and perspectives that shape what it means to be American today.,
