Opening Reception: Preston Singletary: Raven Opened the Door to the Ocean

Preston Singletary: Raven Opened the Door to the Ocean
opening reception: Friday, August 16, 5-8 pm
on view: August 16–31, 2024

Experience the powerful glass sculptures of Preston Singletary in his solo exhibition, Raven Opened the Door to the Ocean. Singletary is celebrated for his vibrant and culturally rich Tlingit-inspired works, and continues his narrative exploration of Raven’s stories, now addressing modern challenges like climate change and the crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women. This multimedia exhibition, enhanced by music and a narrative by Garth Stein, showcases Singletary’s evolving artistry and deep cultural insight. Encouraged by tribal elders, Singletary shares these ancient stories to reveal their healing power and contemporary relevance. His transformative art elevates both contemporary Native and glass art, demonstrating the enduring strength of Indigenous storytelling traditions.