McColl Center is pleased to present The Audacity, a group exhibition curated by Doris Kapner, featuring Studio Artists Maddie Foss, Melanee Hamilton, Bethany Salisbury, Melissa Stutts, Karina Walter and Betsy Rosen in collaboration with Héctor Vaca Cruz and Kass Small.

The Audacity examines the conflicting and arbitrary expectations placed on women, often referred to as the "Goldilocks Dilemma." Women are criticized for being too much or too little: too loud, too soft, too assertive, too agreeable—rarely seen as "just right."

With a blend of critique and wit, each artist reflects on this experience through various mediums and everyday objects. They explore personal stories, from the pressures of a religious upbringing to society's broader expectations. These artists have the audacity to highlight these issues and claim their right to take up space.

As personal freedoms face growing threats, audacity becomes essential. The exhibition urges viewers to question the restrictions placed on women and their autonomy over their bodies, minds, and roles in society. It envisions a future where women’s roles are shaped by personal choice and empowerment, where they have the audacity to demand equity and shape their own destinies.

Join us for the opening of the Audacity on October 3rd, from 6-8 pm. The exhibition is on view through January 18th, 2025.

Featured Artists:

Featured McColl Studio Artists:
Maddie Foss @maddie.monstera
Melanee Hamilton @melhamiltonartist
Bethany Salisbury @bethanysalisburyart
Melissa Stutts @melissastuttsart
Karina Walter @karina_walter_artist
Betsy Rosen @msrosenart -in collaboration with
Héctor Vaca Cruz @hectorvacacruz
Kass Small @new_canvasstripes

Art work is available to purchase for the duration of the exhibition at ShopMcCollCenter.org