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Explore the Wonders of Nature and Community at The Frank's Summer Art Series

Update A Season of Wonder: The Frank’s 2025 Summer Exhibition Series This summer, The Frank C. Ortis Art Gallery is opening its doors to a captivating journey of transformation, connection, and curiosity through its 2025 Summer Exhibition Series. Featuring three immersive exhibitions—Hidden Worlds by Dr. Sara C. Schesser Bartra, Let There Be Light by Magda Love, and Echoes of Memory and Nature by Angela Bolaños—this gallery is more than just an art space; it is a vibrant ecosystem that brings forth knowledge, memory, and imagination. Uniting Science and Art for All Ages Curated by Chief Curator Sophie Bonet, this series embraces The Frank’s mission to provide accessible and inclusive programming to everyone. Located in one of South Florida’s most culturally diverse communities, The Frank highlights artists whose works resonate through various disciplines and perspectives. In Hidden Worlds, Dr. Schesser Bartra invites visitors to explore the invisible ecosystems around us. Through her colorful installations, including an engaging ‘gut tunnel’ and an artistic lab, she creates a whimsical connection between biology and art. This exhibit not only captivates children but also enlightens adults, making the complex world of microbes feel approachable and significant. Illuminating Stories of Resilience Over in the Main Gallery, Magda Love’s Let There Be Light beckons with its radiant messages of emotional renewal. Pulling inspiration from her Argentine heritage, Love incorporates recycled materials and vivid colors to craft narratives of resilience that resonate on a personal and collective level. Her artwork serves as both a celebration of maternal bonds and a reminder of our shared responsibilities towards environmental stewardship. Through a mix of bold visuals and intimate symbolism, this exhibition reflects not just light as a physical element but also as a metaphor for personal growth and wisdom. It acts as a powerful reminder of how we can nurture ourselves and the world around us. Deep Roots and Ancestral Echoes Angela Bolaños’ exhibition, Echoes of Memory and Nature, embodies a different yet equally profound experience. Drawing from her Central American roots, her site-specific installations—the handwoven Woven Circlescapes and When the Rain Speaks—delve into themes of memory and the natural world. Through textile art and evocative soundscapes, Bolaños creates immersive spaces that invite viewers to reflect on their own connections to heritage and nature. As fantastic as these narratives are, they are further enhanced by the shared human emotions and experiences they evoke. Each artist compels us to consider not just our internal worlds, but the broader ecosystems and communities we are a part of. Invitation to Connect The Frank C. Ortis Art Gallery not only showcases the talent of these artists but also acts as a beacon for community engagement and education. By bridging gaps between art, science, and the environment, The Frank invites visitors of all ages to take part in this transformative experience. As often emphasized by Sofia Bonet, the role of art in our lives is to foster connection and ignite curiosity. For those looking to experience the awe and wonder of these exhibitions, consider stepping into The Frank this summer. Engage with creative installations, reconnect with nature, and explore the narratives that shape our understanding of the world around us. Each visit could unveil the mystery of connections that bind us together—even the invisible ones.