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Denise Silva-Dennis. COURTESY THE CHURCH.
The Church presents Insight Sunday with Denise Silva-Dennis on Sunday, August 18, at 10:30 a.m.
This Insight Sunday explores Silva-Dennis’ poignant painting “Land Back Butter,” peering into how humor is woven into her work. This work is included in The Church’s exhibition, “Are You Joking? Women & Humor.” Following the discussion, the artist will field questions from the audience.
Known for her impressive beadwork, the artist, mother, retired teacher and registered Shinnecock woman will speak to her love of painting and how the brush and canvas allowed her another avenue of expression. Audience members will learn how drawing inspiration from the landscape, the seascape, the people and her culture, Silva-Dennis’s voice as a painter is connected to the community she serves, the land she acknowledges and the culture she honors.
“You never know what doors will be opened or how your life will be enhanced by just sticking to your art and working with other people,” she says, urging all to flip the script to see the alchemy in their lives by taking “something sour and making it into something sweet.”
Denise Silva-Dennis’s work can be viewed as part of the exhibition during gallery hours, Thursday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets for the event are $10 (free with RSVP for members) at thechurchsagharbor.org. The Church is at 48 Madison Street, Sag Harbor.
