Children of Children,
Portraits and Stories of Teenage Parents
By Michael Nye
October 19 November 10, 2007
3rd Friday Reception, 6-9pm 10/19
RRCA,
Admission is free to the RRCA. Hours T-Th 11- 5pm; Fri 11-8pm; Sat 11-7pm; Sun 11-4pm
The RRCA is featuring "Children of Children: Stories and Portraits of Teenage Parents" by renown photographer, Michael Nye. This traveling exhibition is sponsored by the Cumberland County Human Services Advisory Council. There will be 50 black & white portraits with recorded narratives of the subjects ranging in age from 12 to 100. This show is specifically designed for middle and high school aged students. Please go to www.riverfrontcenter.org to learn about the workshops being held in conjunction with this exhibition.
The Children of Children exhibit will in no way condemn, condone, or romanticize teenage pregnancy. It will however provide its viewers with an inside look into the lives of those affected by teen pregnancy. This exhibit is both a work of art and an exploration of a critical social issue.
I was 14 when I got pregnant. Im 17 now and wonder will I ever be able to buy things for my daughter, get a drivers license, or pay my bills.
This is an excerpt from one story included in Children of Children. Each story in this compelling exhibit will provide viewers with insight on the many effects of teenage pregnancy. The intent of this unique learning opportunity is to open our eyes to the impact teenage pregnancy has on oneself, ones family, and our communities. The voices of the individuals in the portraits draw you in, not by telling you what you should not do, but by simply describing how their lives were affected by a teen pregnancy.
Student tours can be scheduled by calling
Creatively Photographing People workshop with Bill Horin, 10/27, 11-2pm $40 Register: 856-327-4500.
Children of Children opens on October 19, 3rd Friday reception in
The Main Gallery features work from the New Jersey Chapter, American Artists Professional League. RRCA's Associate Artists' Mike Cagno and Jimmy Miller are in the Alcove.
RRCA studio artist open their doors for tours and talks from 6-9pm. Third Friday Sponsors are Mark Giberson and Citizens United to Protect the
See you on High Street!!
The Carley Foundation
General Mills Foundation
Vision Statement
To Promote and utilize the arts as the catalyst for cultural and economic revitalization of the region.
To advance the center as the focal point for cultural, educational, and artistic enrichment and create a sense of community; while positively impacting the economic vitality of the Millville Glasstown Arts District.
Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts
22 N. High Street
in Millville's Glasstown Arts District
Millville, NJ 08332
www.riverfrontcenter.org
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