The Joy and Sorrow of Imagining Exhibition

, On view September 19 – November 1, 2026 Main Gallery Free public opening reception Friday, October 2 , 6 – 8 pm Virtual 3D Tour on view September 24 Learn more about the exhibition Adam Chau, Cherub Adam Chau, Like Father Like Son Adam Chau’s work has always looked at how technology aids, challenges, and enhances society. His research with Artificial Intelligence has allowed him to think like Geppetto and create his own child by using AI software to take childhood pictures of himself and his husband to create a fictional son, Billie. With a series of porcelain objects that reference Billie, this exhibit will investigate how sculpture can aid in the celebration or fantasy in having a family in a queer context and surrealist framework. From cultural identity to folklore (such as Pinocchio), Billie will have many sprawling ideas from each work to the next. About the Artists Adam Chau is an artist that works in Connecticut. A graduate of the School of the Art Institute’s Designed Objects program, his research into digital manufacturing in ceramics has been published widely. Solo exhibitions have included The Clay Studio, Northern Clay Center, and Harvard Ceramics. In 2018, Adam was awarded the NCECA Emerging Artist Fellowship and in 2019 he became a member of the International Academy of Ceramics. Adam is currently the Gallery Director and Curator at Hartford Art School and also the Director of Exhibitions for NCECA. Add to calendar Google Calendar iCalendar Outlook 365 Outlook Live Details Date: Time: CDT