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Kira Yustak’s Gratitude
Long Branch — The Long Branch Arts & Cultural Center invites the community to celebrate Women’s History Month with a special Artist Talk and Panel Discussion featuring artists from the current exhibition Rebellion & Renewal. The event which will take place on Thursday, March 19, 6:00 PM at the Long Branch Arts & Cultural Center is free and open to the public.
The exhibition Rebellion & Renewal highlights the work of women artists from a variety of creative disciplines and cultural backgrounds. Through painting, mixed media, and other artistic approaches, the featured artists explore themes of transformation, resilience, identity, and creative freedom. The show reflects the diverse voices and perspectives of contemporary women artists and celebrates the important role they play in shaping today’s cultural landscape.Participating artists Margery Cohen, Kate Eggelston, Andrea Phox, Stacey AS Pritchard, Jennifer Watson, and Kira Yustak will take part in a

Stephanie and Ken Gittell with Kim Leavy discussing artwork.
moderated panel conversation exploring their artistic practices and personal approaches to making art. Each artist brings a distinct visual language and perspective, contributing to a dynamic dialogue about creativity, artistic development, and the role of women in the contemporary art world.
During the panel discussion, the artists will respond to a series of questions about their individual styles, creative processes, and the concepts behind the works included in Rebellion & Renewal. The conversation will also touch on the challenges and opportunities artists face today, as well as the ways art can serve as a vehicle for reflection, change, and connection.- Jennifer Watson – The Prize
- Stacey AS Pritchard- Leapfrog
- Kira Yustak – Gratitude








