Event Link: https://www.kulcher.org/2025-annual-regional-show-art-is-a-lie-that-makes-us-realize-truth/
FEE: FREE and open to the public to attend art gallery.
2025 Annual Regional Show: “Art is a Lie That Makes Us Realize Truth”
In the Gallery
May 28 – June 28, 2025
Reception Friday, June 13, 6-8PM
The New York Mills Regional Cultural Center is pleased to announce its 2025 Annual Adult Regional Show Theme: “Art is a Lie That Makes Us Realize Truth.”
As has become the practice in recent years, Artistic Director Cheryl Bannes has tied the theme of this year’s Adult Regional Show to the annual Great American Think-Off topic. There will be a Reception honoring both regional artists and the Think-Off finalists on Friday, June 13, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. All are welcome at this free-to-attend community event.
What is truth—and how do we perceive it? In connection with this year’s Great American Think-Off question, “Is there only one truth, or are there many truths?”, this exhibit invites artists to explore the layered, often ambiguous concept of truth through their work.
Inspired by Picasso’s famous quote, this exhibition challenges artists to reflect on the lies, illusions, metaphors, and moments of clarity that shape how we understand reality. Truth may not be black and white—but a spectrum of experience, interpretation, and artistic expression.
“We all know that Art is not truth. Art is a lie that makes us realize truth, at least the truth that is given us to understand. The artist must know the manner whereby to convince others of the truthfulness of his lies.”
— Pablo Picasso
All media are welcome—2D, 3D, traditional, contemporary, abstract, or representational. Let your art engage with truth in all its complexity.
Key Dates & Details
Exhibit Dates: May 28 – June 28, 2025
Opening Reception: Friday, June 13 | 6–8 p.m.
Celebrate with us! Enjoy refreshments, a cash bar, and a gathering of Think-Off finalists and participating regional artists.
