We are thrilled to present this group exhibition celebrating the BOOM Universe @ Radiant Hall residency. This exhibition marks the first jointly presented showcase of resident artists sharing work with each other from the BOOM Universe and Radiant Hall partnership. Rooted in shared values of empowerment and equity, this ongoing partnership highlights the transformative power of collaboration in supporting sustainable artistic careers.
Since 2021, Radiant Hall has hosted resident artists from the BOOM Universe Residency at its Homewood location. Through the residency, artists have received access to studio space, professional and business development resources, studio visits, critique sessions, artist stipends, proposal development sessions, and more.
As quoted by Marina Balko, executive director of Radiant Hall, “The work of the four most recent BOOM Universe residents reflects a wide range of artistic practices and thematic explorations. This exhibition captures their creative evolution and dynamic perspectives—each artist contributing meaningfully to the cultural landscape of Pittsburgh and beyond.”
Artists that will be presenting artwork in the “Group Hang” exhibition include Imani Batts, Rachel Equity, Sandra Gould Ford, and Richena Brockinson. The exhibition will open Sunday, June 8th at Emerald City (213 Smithfield Street, Downtown Pittsburgh) from 1P-4P and will feature an artist talk facilitated by D.S. Kinsel. The closing date of Thursday, July 17th (6P-8P) will be a social gathering featuring small bites and a toast to cap off the exhibition.
The Group Hang exhibition and Residency were made possible by the generous support of Arts, Equity, & Education FundTM
Added Gallery Hours:
Wednesday, June 18th at 5P-8P
Tuesday, Junes 24th at 5P-8P
ABOUT RADIANT HALL: Radiant Hall empowers artists to sustain thriving studio practices by creating and preserving access to space, shared resources, programs, and a supportive community of peers. Our mission is driven by the belief that artists are the foundation of any vibrant community. We currently operate over 115 artist studios (50,000sf) in three locations across the Pittsburgh area (Homewood, Lawrenceville and McKees Rocks). In our 13-year history, our studios have hosted over 350 artists working in a variety of disciplines, from painting to textiles to podcasts, working alongside each other in a forward-thinking environment that fosters experimentation, collaboration, and inspiration. Our studios also serve as a hub for artist connection and development, as well as public engagement with the arts through our free programming, including Group Critiques, Open Studios, Pop-Up Markets, exhibitions, and more.
