Source of Light – Artist Talk 1

From expressive paintings to narrative driven photography, exhibiting artists invite you to explore the luminescence in each piece. Artists will be speaking about what the prompt "Source of Light" means to them.

Exhibiting artists: Peter Clive, Karen Abada, Courtney Aldrich, Kiley Ames, Kiley Ames, Brandin Barón, Jaina Cipriano, Bréa Corcoran, DaNice D Marshall, Chris D'Amore, John Diephouse, Caroline Gates, Victoria Guerina, Dave Hanson, Christy Hegarty, Susan Hong-Sammons, Terri Levine, Carrie M. Nixon, Sheila Nee Booth, Marsha Newby, Kristen Nyberg, Robert Obier, Gila Rayberg and Dale Tremblay

Featured cover image: Christine Hegarty

Source of Light – Artist Talk 2

From expressive paintings to narrative driven photography, exhibiting artists invite you to explore the luminescence in each piece. Artists will be speaking about what the prompt "Source of Light" means to them.

Exhibiting artists: Peter Clive, Karen Abada, Courtney Aldrich, Kiley Ames, Kiley Ames, Brandin Barón, Jaina Cipriano, Bréa Corcoran, DaNice D Marshall, Chris D'Amore, John Diephouse, Caroline Gates, Victoria Guerina, Dave Hanson, Christy Hegarty, Susan Hong-Sammons, Terri Levine, Carrie M. Nixon, Sheila Nee Booth, Marsha Newby, Kristen Nyberg, Robert Obier, Gila Rayberg and Dale Tremblay

Featured cover image: Kiley Ames

“Journey of Radiant Renewal” – therapy light series of Jeff Malo

Join us for Opening Reception of “Journey of Radiant Renewal” and Artist talk with "light painter" Montreal based artist Jeff Malo.

Jeff will share his story and the path of creation of these transformative Therapy Light series, as the show is named after the last piece in the series. This artwork symbolizes the testament of human spirit and resilience.
“Recovery is an ode to your own strength and a commitment to healing. As you gaze upon these pieces, let it stand as a reminder that your journey is an ongoing process of growth, connection, and self-acceptance.”
See you at Ali Jay Fine Art Gallery for this exciting event!

Soul Portraits by Jai Mitchell – Artist Talk

Come share in the conversation about art as a medium to heal and grow through trauma and pain. Self-taught artist Jai Mitchell will be letting us into his world by sharing his story of soul evolution and where his art led him through the years of daily practice.
Jai explores many dimensions of his trauma experience through art while creating powerful and meaningful statements on canvas and paper.

Come prepared with questions or just an open heart to hear his life story and perhaps find your own healing through his art.

“Just Breathe” artist talk with Michelle Lubin

Art Gate VR: Ali Jay Fine Art Gallery Ali Jay Fine Art Gallery, The Metaverse

Join us for a conversation with San Diego based artist Michelle Lubin. Michelle Lubin (MDFerrera) is a San Diego based figurative artist, mural painter, and illustrator. With a Fine Art Degree from NJ, she moved to Southern California 10 years ago to pursue an art career. The artist attributes her progression to the opportunities and support from the San Diego art community. We are excited to have her come back into our VR community for the second year in a row, now with solo show “Just Breathe” with her powerful and expressive pieces! Don’t miss this great event!

Art Gate International Open Reception

Art Gate VR

Art Gate International 2024 presents an exceptional assembly of creativity and innovation in the virtual art space. This annual art fair features an impressive lineup of exhibitors, each bringing their unique artistic visions to a global audience. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore and interact with diverse collections from established galleries and renowned artists. […]

Gallery tour in Floating Point Gallery by Heran Genene

Join us on Friday, May 3rd, for a unique gallery tour led by Canadian artist Heran Genene in Art Gate VR. Dive into "Pro-Practice," an immersive installation curated for the Floating Point Gallery.

This innovative experience merges the dynamics of basketball practice with the boundless possibilities of virtual reality.
Engage your senses and your body in a space where movement and presence transform into art. Don't miss the chance to explore this invisible game where you are both the artist and the canvas. Experience proprioception as never before!

Art Gate International: Sosum Art

Art Gate VR

This is a gallery event with Debi Chan and a German artist both working in Digital art and VR.

Reinhard Reitzenstein Artist Talk: The Forest as an Acoustic Community

Reinhard Reitzenstein studied at the Ontario College of Art, Toronto, 1968-71. He has held over one hundred solo exhibitions and participated in over 300 group exhibitions throughout North and South America and abroad. More than a dozen public art commissions along with as many private commissions have been completed. Reinhard's work is represented in over 50 public and corporate collections internationally.
He has been an instructor in sculpture and interdisciplinary studies since 1980 and is currently the Director of the Sculpture Program, SUNY, Buffalo, NY (USA).

Art Gate International Derek Samaha

Derek Samaha is a self-taught Toronto-based photographer with a decade of experience. He has a passion for shooting cinematic moody scenes with dramatic lighting that share common themes of the human experience or tap into sci-fi/fantasy worlds and lean into some form of tension or suspense. 

In VR: Exploring “Alien Realities” at The X Gallery

X Gallery

Along a pilgrimage to Roswell, NM, join us for "Alien Realities" by Edward K. Weatherly and hosted by his sister, Nicole. We'll explore Edward's artwork as a portal into varying perspectives on mental health, extraterrestrials, and the meaning of life... We’d love to know your perspectives on the enigmatic wonders of the universe within us […]

Healing Power of Art

Join us for a deep discussion on how art helps us process, reflect, express and heal. Represented artists Michelle Lubin, Jai Mitchell and Antonio Nogueira will share their stories, art practices and take on this powerful way to live our better lives. We will welcome questions and input from the audience as these topics usually ignite interesting conversations. Bring your questions!