The public is invited to experience a vibrant and thought-provoking exhibition of contemporary art by Ms. Faith Vicinanza, on display at the Gloria Cachion Gallery at the Southbury Public Library from Saturday, May 2, 2026 through Saturday, May 30, 2026. Showcasing a dynamic range of visual styles and media, the exhibit features abstract works in oil and acrylic, intricate dot paintings, fluid art compositions, and evocative photography.
A “Meet the Artist” event will be held on May 7, 2026 from 6:00 to 7:30pm, offering visitors an opportunity to engage with the artist, explore the inspiration behind the work, and enjoy an evening celebrating creativity and community.
Ms. Vicinanza brings a rich and multidisciplinary artistic background to this exhibition. She recently served as the inaugural Poet Laureate of Southbury, Connecticut, having been appointed in October 2022. Her distinguished career includes work as a Master Teaching Artist in Poetry for the Connecticut Commission on the Arts, as well as editorial roles for several literary magazines.
Faith is the founder and executive director of the Connecticut Poetry Festival (1997, 2001, 2003), and the author of six poetry collections, with several new works and a memoir currently in progress. A seasoned performer, Ms. Vicinanza has competed in National Slam Championships as a member of two national teams (1994, 1996), and represented the United States internationally in Sweden in 1997. That same year, she also served as executive director of the National Poetry Slam Championships in Middletown, Connecticut – the largest poetry event in the state’s history.
Ms. Vicinanza’s artistic reach spans global and local stages alike, with appearances from Stockholm to San Francisco, and recognition including a nomination for Connecticut State Poet Laureate and the 2003 Connecticut Commission on the Arts Advocates for the Arts Award.
Beyond Faith’s literary accomplishments, Ms. Vicinanza is a visual artist, workshop leader, and founder of Vicinanza Studios and Gallery, now in its third year of operation. She also works full-time as a cybersecurity professional for an international bank.
This exhibition reflects her expansive creative vision, bridging the worlds of visual art and poetic expression. Each piece invites viewers into a dialogue of color, movement, and emotion, embodying both spontaneity and intention.
For more information about Ms. Vicinanza and her work, please visit: vicinanza-studios.com
The exhibit is free and will be open during regular library hours which are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30am to 5:30pm, Tuesday and Thursday 9:30am to 9:00pm, Saturdays 9:30am to 4:00pm and Sundays 12:00pm to 5:00pm.
Please visit us at www.southburylibrary.org to view a sample of photos virtually and for any updated hours and information. Or you may call us at 203-262-0626.
Ms. Vicinanza’s Bio: https://www.southburylibrary.org/using-the-library/spaces/art-gallery
The full gallery: https://www.southburylibrary.org/gallery
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