TO BE HERE NOW IS TO BE.

Makala Aayana

with
Tori Celeste
Lauren Crawford
Rakia Jackson
Jett Pavlica
Shayla Thornton

An exploration of the present moment through the lens of personal growth and introspection, captured by diverse artistic voices.

‘To Be Here Now Is To Be_’ invites both artists and viewers to reflect on their well-being —mental, emotional, or physical— as well as their personal experiences and connections. This group show embraces the notion that this present moment shapes who we are and how we choose to express ourselves. To be immersed in the present, in all of our complexity and depth, feet planted firmly to whatever ground graces the souls of our feet, is to fully embrace and honor our current experiences, allowing them to shape and define our collective narrative. Each curated piece serves as a snapshot of the artist’s journey through various moments of their life, whether those moments are categorized by growth, introspection, or transformation. These pieces collectively remind us of the beauty and the significance of being present.

Drawing inspiration from ‘A Concept: You’, this show explores how personal narratives and experiences translate into creative expressions. Join us in this immersive space, where each work of art invites you to reflect on your own responses to the question: ‘To Be Here Now Is To Be___’?

FIRST FRIDAYS AT THE MILL
FRIDAY, MARCH 7 | 7-9PM

Open artist studios with the Eno Arts Mill Studio Artists
Local food truck Blue Lotus Thai
Beer from Ponysaurus Brewing, wine, and NA beer selections
Free Art-making Activities for all ages with Mer Haggerty