“Resilience 2,” by Georges Annan-Kingsley to show at the East Hartford Public Library: January 31 - March 3

painting by Georges Annan Kingsley, women with fish
The East Hartford Public Library is proud to host “Resilience 2,” a new exhibit by local artist Georges Annan-Kingsley. This exhibit of paintings, coinciding with Black History Month, includes works that draw on Annan-Kingsley’s roots.
 
Additionally, Annan-Kingsley will be available for conversation and discussion about his works on Thursday, February 17, from 6 pm – 7:30 pm in the Atrium area. To register for the artist talk, visit the library’s online events calendar or call the library at 860.290.4330.
 
Georges S. Annan-Kingsley is an American artist originally from Cote d’Ivoire (West Africa). He holds a Bachelor of Arts in painting from the Applied School of Arts – Bingerville, Cote d’Ivoire as well as a Master of Arts in sculpture from the distinguished École nationale supérieure des Beaux-Arts of Paris, France.  Additionally, he holds a certificate in Art Administration from the Louvre and another certificate in Social Services from Capital Community College, Hartford, Connecticut.
 
He lives in Hartford, Connecticut where he has presented two different murals and many exhibitions and is the recipient of numerous awards. One of his paintings now resides in President Barack Obama’s collection at the White House. His works and creations are in private and public collections in museums and sites around the world.
 
The exhibit runs from January 31 to March 3, 2022.  The exhibit may be viewed in the Atrium area during the library’s open hours:
 
Monday: 9 am – 5 pm
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 9 am – 8 pm
Friday: 9 am – 5 pm
Saturday: 10 am – 2 pm  
Sunday: 1 pm – 5 pm
 
There is no charge to view the exhibit.