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In a series of short conversations I ask an artist two questions about their work and process.

BARBARA SMITH GIOIA

MH: You describe your process as one of call and response, where the painting’s history is essential to its outcome. The cadence, underlying grid, and gradations of color seem to drive your formal decisions as much as any external influences. Are you attempting to create a space of equilibrium within the canvas – and by extension, yourself – or do you let the canvas dictate its harmony or dissonance without outside interference?

BSG: Equilibrium is a relative term, so the compositions begin with imbalance as a point of reference. Call and response creates the conditions for spontaneity, possibility and discovery. I think of painting as the process of becoming. When change occurs within the work, it’s part of the process of discovery, creating a history not always visible through ghost lines or underpainting, but still integral to transformation and growth. Outside influences such as music and nature can influence my focus, mood, and color choices, as much as the call and response taking place within the work does. In the end, it’s a balancing act seeking resolution between opposing forces — stability vs. instability and finding the sweet spot that joins them.

MH: “Sweet spot” implies balance, and could refer to the reconciliation of one’s internal biases with external forces that are at odds with the artist’s creative ambitions. Do you approach these ongoing concessions with dignity and grace, or is it more of a hand-to-hand combat situation? And how does it affect your life outside the studio?

BSG: So, yes, ultimately I am striving for equilibrium. I use the grid to create a composition formed by shapes and color moving in irregular beats across the picture plane. There can be a feeling of imbalance created through changes in scale and color value, but also a sense of joy. The process of balancing and counterbalancing the forms in order to achieve harmony is my intended goal. Why? The world is filled with turmoil. My studio is a place where I find refuge from the drumbeat of discord.
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Newburgh Open Studios is proud to present On and off the grid, the works of Barbara Smith Gioia.

Barbara Smith Gioia is an abstract artist working as a painter, printmaker, and collagist. Her work explores color as structure; rhythms and beats; and the tension between stability and instability. Using the grid as an underlying foundation, the works develop through a call and response. The works make visual references to music, textiles, and the presence of the artist’s hand. For Smith Gioia, every painting is its own journey where the process of becoming is the essence of the work.

Showing Both weekend days

Atlas Studios
studio 2C

www.barbarasmithgioia.com
Instagram: @barbarasmithgioia

Newburgh Open Studios, a free walking tour of Newburgh’s vibrant art community happens September 26 + 27, noon to 6pm. Pick up your free map at 10am on either day at the Newburgh Art Supply, 5 Grand Street.

#newburghopenstudios #newburghny #hudsonvalleyarts

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For the past several years, the Cornwall Democratic Committee has delivered historic victories, and has set a county-wide example for effective organizing and leadership.

We offer endless gratitude to our friend, outgoing Chair Barbara Smith Gioia for her amazing work. And congratulations to our new Town Chair, Chris DeFilippi.

Chris has been one of the most active members of our county leadership team, and a valuable part of our committee in Cornwall. We’re looking forward to another two years of successful organizing and local victory under his leadership.

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It’s artwork that is ON the Grid OFF the Grid @drawingrooms_jc It was a lovely surprise to see my textile art greeting people as they entered the gallery. Included here are some artists I met on Sunday - @slabell_art, @barbarasmithgioia, and @catherineorrok , with a long shot of what Sophie and I called the pink corner. Thanks to Anne Trauben @annetrauben, curator, for including my work in the show. I’ll be back again on March 1 for the closing reception.

Drawing Rooms
926 Newark Avenue
Jersey City, NJ
Th/Fri 4-7p, Sat-Sun 2-6p
February 5–March 1

#artquilt #textileart #onthegridoffthegrid #pinkandbrown #jerseycitygallery

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MEET THE ARTISTS and ARTIST TALKS
This Sunday 2/15/26, 3-5p!
 Join us for wine, refreshments and conversation with Grid artists: Henry Brown, James M. Kozlik, Barbara Smith Gioia, Catherine Orrok, Sophie LaBell, Virginia Schaffer Block

Alcove Artists Efrat Baler-Moses and Danielle Baron Atkins will individually speak with about their work from 4-5p. Moderated by Anne Trauben.

Drawing Rooms Solo Project Space:  Cara Galowitz: Driftwood Sculpture  Alcove Gallery: Efrat Baler-Moses: Adulterated Shelly 'Lola' Freund: Menjunje (Amalgamation) Danielle Baron Atkins: Identity Landscapes

On the Grid, Off the Grid
The grid has been used throughout art history as a tool for creating accurate and proportional drawings. Artists to this day have continued using the grid as an important element to create balance and symmetry, as well as imbalance and asymmetry, in their work. The concept of being On or Off the Grid may also relate to our current society which relies on our interconnected and ever-widening systems of communication. Works for this show may engage a literal system of the grid or a distortion or deconstruction of the grid, and may also make reference to the cyber-connected universe we live in or to a departure from it.

Efrat Baler-Moses: Adulterated
Adulterated is a complete body of work consisting of 26 wall-based hybrid works - one for each letter of the English alphabet. The series reimagines childhood wooden alphabet blocks through adult subject matter, while retaining subtle references to the visual language of the early learning objects.

Danielle Baron Atkins: Identity Landscapes.
This body of work explores the search for transcendence in the face of the realities of a post October 7th world, a search for answers and meaning that has driven her to augment her exploration of what it means to be a modern Jewish and Israeli woman with the fundamental questions of humanity and morality to be found in the study of ancient Jewish texts.

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Opening Reception this Saturday, 2/7/26, 6-8p
an exciting show in The Terrarium Gallery:
On the Grid, Off the Grid

Curated by Anne Trauben

Show runs from 2/5/26-3/1/26

Featuring 70 artists works in drawing, painting, collage, photography, printmaking, fibers, ceramics, sculpture.

Here are a few images and there's so much more. (I could only tag 20 people.)

Artists:
Adam Murray, Andrew Chalfen, Ann Antoshak, Anne Trauben, Ariana Padovano, Barbara Smith Gioia, Brad Terhune, Catherine Orrok, Christine Janove, Christine Wilkinson, Cynthia Egle-Grant, Dale Emmart, David Larson, Don Fortenberry, Donald Morgan, Erin Juliana, Eugenio Espinosa, Eva Weiss, Fain Hancock, Felicia van Bork, Francine Demeulenaere, Frankie Mainieri, Gabriel Feld, Hal Goetzinger, Henry Brown, James Pustorino, James M Kozlik, Jaq Chartier, Jenifer Kobylarz, Jennifer Krause Chapeau, Jenny Krumpus, Jim Goss, J.T. Donovan, John Patterson, Jonathan Fabricant, Judy Zehentner, Julianna Dail, Karen Abada, Kit Callahan, Laura Cantor, Laurie Newman, Linda Streicher, Lori Ortiz, Maggie Hinders, Maria Teresa Gil Lucientes, Mary Cara Bates, Michael Filan, Michael Hines, Nickie Gunning, Nicole Lenzi, Pam Cooper, Rachel Kirk, Raisa Nosova, Roseanne Swider, Ruth Hamill, Sharon Pofelis, Sean Burns, Sean Gillis, Serena Buschi, Sharon Ligorner, Shawn Edrington, Sophie LaBell, Steve Gavenas, Susan Tompkins, Tim Merrick, Tom Burtonwood, Tracy Finn, Valerio Murri, Virginia Block

Drawing Rooms
926 Newark Ave
Jersey city, NJ

Free parking in the lot
Entrance on Newark Avenue

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Barbara Smith • Studio 2C • Acrylics on paper @barbarasmithgioia @upstateartweekend

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NYMA was honored to host Assemblymember Chris Eachus’s (@eachusad99 ) Third Annual Extraordinary Women Awards today in our Davis Chapel, celebrating the achievements of seven inspiring women from the 99th Assembly District.

Congratulations to Alisha P. Barnsby, Barbara Smith Gioia, Beth Zoumas, Dee Moreno, Kristen Wicks, Sister Joan Faraone, and Tracy Andrews for their outstanding contributions to their communities.

Special thanks to Cadets Kevin Ao and Shea Morris for representing NYMA with pride during the ceremony.

#NYMA #ExtraordinaryWomen #Leadership #CadetLife

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Roll Out’s Annual Community Print and Steamroll event is only possible through the power of community collaboration. We’re endlessly grateful to all our incredible collaborators and LOVE creating this magic together! Printmaking for everyone… always!

A massive shoutout to the amazing artists who poured countless hours into carving massive blocks and showed up ready to collaborate—because making massive prints is a true team effort:
 Alvalia Pemberton , @anettemillington , @fledglingpress , @sarahmdaley , @ptacekhome , @lalaadelman , @lalacasita , @dmarie8 , @ch.art.er , @saperez56 , @carindaswann , @chrissoria , @totemic17 , @ianbrettgeorge , @lee_cordray , Samantha Beste, @artbybaeinse , Kimberley Serrano, @kenjwright , @barbarasmithgioia , @chrisneyen , @victoria.lichtendorf , charnan

Huge thanks to: @theyardbeacon – Roll Out 2024 wouldn’t have been possible without their generosity. Their incredible space became our home base this fall, and we are forever grateful.

Special shoutouts to:
* @artsmidhudson for believing in and supporting our project
* @wolfingtons for capturing these gorgeous photos
* @ptacekhome for literally saving Roll Out 2024
* @openstudios_beacon for a beautiful show and celebration
* @beaconarts for all your support and fiscal sponsorship
* @southaveschool @beaconcityhs and @beaconcityschool for partnering with us and sharing your talented students
* @ayonish for providing the vibes

This project is made possible with funds from the New York State Legislature and administered by Arts Mid-Hudson.

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BeaconArts organized an amazing project with local artists to be featured at bus shelters where the Beacon Free Loop stops! Check out the works of Barbara Smith Goia, David Rich, Piet Mira, Alyssa Follansbee, and Catherine Welshman at each of their designated spots throughout the city. This is the fourth iteration of this incredible and powerful project by Beacon Arts. Thank you to all the participating artists alongside BeaconArt for brightening up the Beacon Free Loop route! #art #busshelterart #beaconny #beaconarts #beaconart
@beaconarts @catherinewelshman @atfollansbeeart @davidrich2 @barbarasmithgioia

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Visiting Barbara Smith Gioia’s gallery in Cold Spring.

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Love this class! Last Sunday my Intermediate Drawing class visited @diabeaconny We considered how materials and methods have meaning, how every choice an artist makes is important. We had an excellent guide in Jean-Marc Superville Sovak 🙏 @supersovak We finished the day with a studio visit with Barbara Smith Gioia who shared with us practical advice for life as an artist/parent/teacher and her iterative process. @barbarasmithgioia 🙏🙏
@rcnj_contemporaryarts #rcnjdrawingandpainting #ramapovisualarts #ramapoartstudents #intheclerb

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