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NextNOW Fest: Exhibition Preview & Reception–Coralina Rodriguez Meyer's Mother Molds

Embark on a chromatic journey through the work of Brooklyn-based artist Coralina Rodriguez Meyer, whose vibrant mother mold sculptures address themes related to birthing and reproductive justice.

The University of Maryland Art Gallery collects, displays and interprets art from diverse cultures. Its exceptional teaching collection—which ranges from antiquity to the present—allows students, faculty and the surrounding community to learn about art from around the world in one building.

NextNOW Fest: Exhibition Preview & Reception–African Art from the Dr. Gilbert and Jean Jackson Collection

Explore the rich diversity of sculptures, masks and other expressive works of African art that reflect the continent's cultural kaleidoscope. All of the objects on display were donated to the Art Gallery by collectors and UMD alumni Dr. Gilbert and Jean Jackson.

The University of Maryland Art Gallery collects, displays, and interprets art from diverse cultures. Its exceptional teaching collection—which ranges from antiquity to the present—allows students, faculty and the surrounding community to learn about art from around the world in one building.

NextNOW Fest: Human Loom Workshop with Alyssa Imes

Come enjoy the process of becoming part of a human loom! This will be an immersive and interactive 1.5-hour workshop in which the artist Alyssa Imes will use both of your arms as part of a loom ped. As the group sits in a circle, Alyssa will loom and knit a fabric from your arms. Slowly the network of knots will start to form a large, circular piece of fabric. The concept behind this performance is that we all are part of this network that weaves each other's lives; if one person were removed from the loom, the fabric would fall apart.

NextNOW Fest: sounds for the (home) body with Naoco Wowsugi & M. Aragon

Session 1: expressing the (home) body

In this gong sound bath session, we will explore our body awareness through slow mindful movement, breathing exercises, and guided meditation. We will reflect the ways in which society dictates our bodily expressions and use somatic techniques to harness our autonomy.

NextNOW Fest: Ethnobeat

Ethnobeat is University of Maryland's premier world music a cappella group. It is composed of students who perform songs from all over the world in their original languages. We share music from an assortment of cultures to promote diversity among people of different backgrounds. We hope our performance will help give a broader perspective into language and culture, as well as provide nuance to conversations about diversity.

NextNOW Fest: Ricky Montgomery

Ricky Montgomery's music was ahead of its time—literally. Four years after the release of his debut album, and a decade after he wrote some of it, the Los Angeles native's indie-pop has been a balm in the midst of a heavy time, comforting listeners with warm melodies and relatable lyrics. It all started in July of 2020, when a pair of singles from 2016's Montgomery Ricky—the gently swaying Mr. Loverman and string-soaked stunner Line Without a Hook—took off on TikTok. "I think because we had a really traumatizing year, these songs kind of found a moment," Montgomery says.

NextNOW Fest: House of Culture Student Artwork Display

Enjoy a selection of student artwork curated and presented in partnership with House of Culture, a student organization offering a safe space for the UMD community to share their original art. These art mediums include digital art, paintings, poetry, graphic design, architectural drawings, fashion design, inventions and music album covers.

NextNOW Fest: WMUC Local Artist Showcase

Enjoy tunes by area artists courtesy of WMUC 90.5!

WMUC is the official radio station of College Park broadcasting at 90.5 FM in luscious stereo, with an increased broadcast power of 30 watts! So lock in 90.5 FM on your radio and on your portable listening device. "Turn on, tune in and let us groove.

NextNOW Fest: Closing Night–Paint & Sip

Bring your friends and enjoy a night of artistic expression at our Paint & Sip at The Hall CP! Join local artist collective, Paint Amore, as they take you step-by-step through creating your very own masterpiece. No art experience required!

Registration includes materials, instruction and one drink ticket for a beverage of your choice (soda, beer, wine, rail mixed drink). Painting begins promptly at the scheduled start time, so we recommend that you arrive 15-30 minutes early to get settled. This event is recommended for individuals 18 years or older.

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