Two Powerful Exhibits - One Unforgettable Night!

Celebrate the stories and visual expressions of a rapidly growing community that has reshaped Louisville’s cultural landscape. This exhibition features work by painters and sculptors including Andy Llanes Bulto, Julio Cesar, Carlos Gamez de Francisco, Humberto Lahera, Pedro Rocque Urra, and more—artists whose technical mastery and unique perspectives reflect both Cuban tradition and contemporary life.

Enjoy a festive evening of Cuban food, live music from local Cuban musicians, and a performance by the dance troupe Que Siga La Tradición.

Curated by Keith Waits, Artistas Cubanos Chévere runs through August 21 and showcases a dynamic mix of surrealism, pop art, expressionism, and sculpture.

Celebra las historias y expresiones visuales de una comunidad en rápido crecimiento que ha transformado el panorama cultural de Louisville. Esta exposición presenta obras de pintores y escultores como Andy Llanes Bulto, Julio César, Carlos Gámez de Francisco, Humberto Lahera, Pedro Rocque Urra, y más—artistas cuya maestría técnica y perspectivas únicas reflejan tanto la tradición cubana como la vida contemporánea.

Disfruta de una velada festiva con comida cubana, música en vivo de músicos cubanos locales y una presentación del grupo de danza Que Siga La Tradición.

Curada por Keith Waits, la exposición Artistas Cubanos Chévere estará abierta hasta el 21 de agosto y presenta una mezcla dinámica de surrealismo, arte pop, expresionismo y escultura.

In spring 2022 Louisville Visual Art (LVA) initiated a new program to support Louisville’s artists, curators, and organizations by placing original art in accessible spaces at local non-profits. Curate Purchase Inspire (CPI) is an exciting opportunity to support the city’s entire visual arts ecosystem and is made possible by a generous $1 Million gift from local artist and philanthropist, Clare Hirn. The first year's exhibits were a great success and Louisville Visual Art (LVA) is excited that for 2024 we have selected two individuals for the 3rd cohort: Lindsey Cummins and Anne Borders. Look for updates on their projects as they develop.

As part of a multi-artist installation at Louisville Grows, LVA is proud to present three site-responsive works, curated by Lindsey Cummins, that transform the rooftop into an immersive, evolving environment. Artists Azucena Trejo Williams and Nathaniel Hendrickson will install hand-formed ceramic slabs onto the bridge structure, shaped organically to mirror the natural landscape. These pieces will respond to wind and rain, producing subtle sound and environmental changes over time. Nearby, Jessica Chao and Claire Krüeger will suspend a translucent, embroidered textile from a custom-built extension at the four corners of the fencing. Inspired by the crown shyness effect in tree canopies, the naturally dyed fabric will fade with time while the embroidery endures—visually linking to the quilt-like mural below. On the rooftop platform, artist Peter Price will carve five persimmon tree stumps donated by Limbwalker, transforming them into sculptural seating and tables. Each stump will feature engraved drawings and will be partially hollowed for ease of use. All three installations are being realized in collaboration with creative consultant and contractor Brad Titzer, who is supporting the structural integration of each element—from a pulley system for the textile piece to a rooftop platform that supports the tree stumps.

To learn more, please visit louisvillevisualart.org/cpi.