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THIS MONTH’S

MUST-SEE EXHIBITS.

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1. OCTAVIA ART GALLERY presents Prematurely Discarded in collaboration with Ruiz-Healy Art, showcasing selected works by photographer
Chuck Ramirez. Ramirez’s work explores the fragility of life based on his
experiences with HIV and a serious heart condition by isolating everyday
objects onto a stark white background. The exhibition is on view through
February 25.

2. In the Caverns of Your Mind by Ian James is a three-part collaboSELF ACTUALIZATION.

rative performance with JD Emmanuel and Meredith Corvette Carter that

includes photographs, videos and arundo huts at
On view through February 14

3. MUIR FINE ART GALLERY will host an event filled with cinema at Studio

Movie Grill followed by an art show featuring works by Tom DuBois and
cuisine from Eddie V’s benefitting Valvisions Foundation on February 25,
10am–3pm.

4. Carlee Fernandez’ first solo exhibit, Arranging Family, uses good
humor with sculptures and photographs to highlight blurred boundaries between

children, parents and spouses. On view through February 21 at INMAN GALLERY.

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of Love at THE ALLEN CENTER just in time for Valentine’s Day. This never-beforeseen exhibit immerses the visitor into a distinct reality that will change their life
forever. The Tunnel of Love opens February 12.
Inspired by fun houses, Arts Brookfield presents The Art Guys’ The Tunnel

6. In partnership with Art League Houston, the GALVESTON ARTS CENTER is hosting
a site-specific installation by Houston-based artist and designer Selven O’Keef
Jarmon, 360 Degrees Vanishing. About 400 participants have helped string
over 300,000 beads of this tapestry.

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