The public is invited to join us on Saturday, June 27, at 6:00 PM for the opening reception of Life / Death at The 109 Gallery.

The evening will feature live poetry readings by acclaimed poets Erika Dionne Roberts and Kelly Williams, whose original responses to the exhibition will bring voice, rhythm, and reflection into conversation with the artwork. Through poetry and presence, their contributions expand the exhibition's exploration of memory, transformation, grief, resilience, and human connection.

Artists Adam Romano and Kaleb Knowles will also offer brief remarks during the evening, sharing insights into their practices and the collaborative ideas that shaped the exhibition.