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Title Round Whitney Oldenburg Safe and Sound , 2023 Charcoal on paper 26 x 19 ½ inches Courtesy the artist and CHART NY Estimated Retail Value: $4,000 Starting Bid: $2,000 Whitney Oldenburg’s work explores the complex relationship between humans, objects, time, and change in contemporary culture. Incorporating personal belongings and found materials, her monumental, labor-intensive sculptures examine the emotional and psychological weight carried by material possessions, prompting viewers to reconsider how these attachments shape our lives and relationships. In addition to sculpture, Oldenburg’s expressive charcoal drawings also consider accumulation, compression, and entropy, echoing forms that suggest fossils, skeletal structures, and organic growth. Although the title suggests calm, the circling imagery of Safe and Sound alludes to ongoing, even dizzying change. Works like this one reflect on life cycles and the human instinct to preserve and create stability within uncertain conditions and evolving states of nature. +sign up to proxy bid return to auction menu More: Whitney Oldenburg Whitney Oldenburg (b. 1987, Jacksonville, FL; lives and works in New York, NY) received her BFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. She has presented solo exhibitions at CHART (New York, NY) and, in 2025, the Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville mounted left behind , the first institutional survey of her work. Oldenburg has also exhibited in group presentations at venues including the Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art and other U.S. institutions.

Title Round Fred Tomaselli Untitled , 2004 Archival digital print; edition 29/100 15 x 10 inches From the Collection of Fred and Laura Ruth Bidwell Estimated Retail Value: $450 Starting Bid: $200 Fred Tomaselli is recognized for his unusual materials and hallucinatory style. He is best known for his highly detailed, multi-layered works on wood panels using a mix of organic matter (leaves, flowers) and synthetic items (aspirin, pills, magazine cutouts), all encapsulated in a clear, glass-like epoxy resin. Tomaselli’s art explores human perception, the natural world, and the tension between beauty and the darker aspects of contemporary life. +sign up to proxy bid return to auction menu More: Fred Tomaselli Fred Tomaselli (b. 1956, Santa Monica, CA; lives and works in Brooklyn, NY) received his BFA from California State University, Fullerton. He has presented solo exhibitions at major institutions including the Aspen Art Museum; the Rose Art Museum; SITE Santa Fe; and the Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery. His work has also been exhibited at the Whitney Museum of American Art, the Museum of Modern Art, and the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, among others. Tomaselli’s work is held in the collections of the Whitney Museum of American Art, the Museum of Modern Art, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art.

Date Title One sentence desciption + more Add a Title Add a Title Title + more Add a Title Add a Title Title + more Sat. May 16, 2026 Palate: Alchemy Benefit & Art Auction 6PM

Studio Access w/ Manabu Ikeda May 10, 2024 Experience the artist create onsite at moCa as he develops a new monumental artwork over the course of the Winter/Spring season. About Experience the artist create onsite at moCa as he develops a new monumental artwork over the course of the Winter/Spring season. Experience the artist create onsite at moCa as he develops a new monumental artwork over the course of the Winter/Spring season.

Date Title One sentence desciption + more Add a Title Add a Title Title + more Add a Title Add a Title Title + more 6-7:30PM Thu. May 21, 2026 In Response w/ Art Therapy Studio SIGN UP at moCa Cleveland $5 In Response invites you to engage contemporary art as a starting point for mindfulness, reflection, and meaningful connection at moCa Cleveland. Facilitated by Art Therapy Studio, each session begins with guided time in the galleries, where participants closely observe select works from the exhibitions on view and engage in thoughtful group discussion. Grounded in slowing down and intentional observation, the experience creates space for presence, curiosity, and shared insight. Following the gallery engagement, participants transition into an accessible, hands-on art-making experience focused on process rather than perfection, encouraging creative response, emotional awareness, and self-expression. Offered on the third Thursday of each month until July 2026, the series is designed to be welcoming to both first-time and returning participants, with a consistent structure that fosters ease and belonging. No prior art experience is needed; come as you are, and respond in your own way. A $5 reservation hold will be refunded at check-in. Please note: Eventbrite's processing fees are non-refundable.

Apr 29-Jun 5, 2022 Where We Overlap David Buttram Kacey Gill Jacques P. Jackson Joyce Morrow Jones Crystal Miller Younghyeon Ryu Lauren Sylvia Derek Walker Aaron D. Williams Apr 29-Jun 5, 2022 ∆ Where We Overlap ∆ Where We Overlap Where We Overlap David Buttram Kacey Gill Jacques P. Jackson Joyce Morrow Jones Crystal Miller Younghyeon Ryu Lauren Sylvia Derek Walker Aaron D. Williams Apr 29-Jun 5, 2022 ∆ Where We Overlap Presented in partnership w/ Museum of Creative Human Art and moCa Cleveland Where We Overlap asks, “Have you experienced an artist’s technical process? Ideation process? The research that goes behind the work or the tools that contribute to it? How many studio visits have you attended lately?” It’s amazing that we attend our peers’ exhibitions and sometimes hear them discuss the meaning behind a piece while at these shows but how engaged are we when it comes to their studio practice? With this exhibition, we have brought a selection of artists together to collaborate amongst each other. Paired off in groups, artists work together creating pieces that unified their skillsets. Though the artists paired may have different approaches to how they execute specific styles, topics, mark, color, etc., they come together and learn from each other to make masterpieces. Here is the result! Davon Brantley, Curator Presented in partnership w/

Date Title One sentence desciption + more Add a Title Add a Title Title + more Add a Title Add a Title Title + more 12-2:30PM Sun. September 28, 2025 Sensory Sundays SIGN UP at moCa Cleveland Free to all The last Sunday of the month at moCa. Sensory Sundays are designed for neurodiverse visitors and their families. Each session includes a touch table, sound and texture experiences, and audio descriptions of select artworks. Hosted in the Rayburn Practice Lab, these mornings create a calm, engaging environment for multi-sensory learning. Supported by

designExplorr: Design Learning Challenge Workshop Mar 9, 2024 FREE for all ages SIGN UP NOW Design Learning Challenge workshops unlock your creativity as you approach problems with design solutions. This workshop was developed by designExplorr, an organization devoted to helping youth find their way to creative careers. Workshops start every 30 minutes, 12-4PM If you have questions or if there are additional access services or accommodations that can make your experience more inclusive, please contact access@mocacleveland.org . 1-2 week’s advance notice is recommended but not required. About designExplorr. designExplorr is a social impact organization aiming to address the diversity gap within the design profession by expanding design education and raising awareness among community partners. More at designexplorr.com . FAMILY FUN ON moCa Saturdays supported by PNC. About FREE for all ages SIGN UP NOW Design Learning Challenge workshops unlock your creativity as you approach problems with design solutions. This workshop was developed by designExplorr, an organization devoted to helping youth find their way to creative careers. Workshops start every 30 minutes, 12-4PM If you have questions or if there are additional access services or accommodations that can make your experience more inclusive, please contact access@mocacleveland.org . 1-2 week’s advance notice is recommended but not required. About designExplorr. designExplorr is a social impact organization aiming to address the diversity gap within the design profession by expanding design education and raising awareness among community partners. More at designexplorr.com . FAMILY FUN ON moCa Saturdays supported by PNC. FREE for all ages SIGN UP NOW Design Learning Challenge workshops unlock your creativity as you approach problems with design solutions. This workshop was developed by designExplorr, an organization devoted to helping youth find their way to creative careers. Workshops start every 30 minutes, 12-4PM If you have questions or if there are additional access services or accommodations that can make your experience more inclusive, please contact access@mocacleveland.org . 1-2 week’s advance notice is recommended but not required. About designExplorr. designExplorr is a social impact organization aiming to address the diversity gap within the design profession by expanding design education and raising awareness among community partners. More at designexplorr.com . FAMILY FUN ON moCa Saturdays supported by PNC.

designExplorr: Design Learning Challenge Workshop May 11, 2024 FREE for all ages SIGN UP NOW Design Learning Challenge workshops unlock your creativity as you approach problems with design solutions. This workshop was developed by designExplorr, an organization devoted to helping youth find their way to creative careers. Workshops start every 30 minutes, 12-4PM If you have questions or if there are additional access services or accommodations that can make your experience more inclusive, please contact access@mocacleveland.org . 1-2 week’s advance notice is recommended but not required. About designExplorr. designExplorr is a social impact organization aiming to address the diversity gap within the design profession by expanding design education and raising awareness among community partners. More at designexplorr.com . FAMILY FUN ON moCa Saturdays supported by PNC. About FREE for all ages SIGN UP NOW Design Learning Challenge workshops unlock your creativity as you approach problems with design solutions. This workshop was developed by designExplorr, an organization devoted to helping youth find their way to creative careers. Workshops start every 30 minutes, 12-4PM If you have questions or if there are additional access services or accommodations that can make your experience more inclusive, please contact access@mocacleveland.org . 1-2 week’s advance notice is recommended but not required. About designExplorr. designExplorr is a social impact organization aiming to address the diversity gap within the design profession by expanding design education and raising awareness among community partners. More at designexplorr.com . FAMILY FUN ON moCa Saturdays supported by PNC. FREE for all ages SIGN UP NOW Design Learning Challenge workshops unlock your creativity as you approach problems with design solutions. This workshop was developed by designExplorr, an organization devoted to helping youth find their way to creative careers. Workshops start every 30 minutes, 12-4PM If you have questions or if there are additional access services or accommodations that can make your experience more inclusive, please contact access@mocacleveland.org . 1-2 week’s advance notice is recommended but not required. About designExplorr. designExplorr is a social impact organization aiming to address the diversity gap within the design profession by expanding design education and raising awareness among community partners. More at designexplorr.com . FAMILY FUN ON moCa Saturdays supported by PNC.

Title Round Halim Flowers Captiva , 2025 Acrylic, oil sticks on canvas 66 x 56 inches Courtesy Halim A. Flowers Estimated Retail Value: $18,000-$28,000 Starting Bid: $9,000 Halim Flowers is a multidisciplinary artist, writer, and activist whose paintings convey messages of perseverance, healing, acceptance, and of greatest importance, love. Flowers spent 22 years in prison for a crime he did not commit; during his incarceration, he turned to artistic expression as a way to channel his creativity and undergird his resilience. After his release in 2019, his work quickly gained attention for its distinctive balance of emotional vulnerability and radical hope. Influenced by the raw energy of artists like Jean-Michel Basquiat and Keith Haring, Flowers uses images, text, and forms to develop a distinctive aesthetic language of awareness and resistance that explores systems of power while remaining grounded in love. A signature example, this work’s title suggests imprisonment, but its imagery–including two or more figures and the word CAPITA (“heads” or “individuals” in Latin)–evokes unbound movement and creative energy among connected people. +sign up to proxy bid return to auction menu More: Halim Flowers Halim Flowers (b. 1980, Washington, DC; lives and works in DC) is an artist, rapper, poet, designer, and public speaker. His work has been featured in exhibitions including the Venice Biennale (Personal Structures, 2024, European Cultural Center) and Marking Time: Art in the Age of Mass Incarceration at venues such as MoMA PS1, the The Phillips Collection, and the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. Flowers has presented solo exhibitions internationally, including in Paris, New York, and Liechtenstein, and his work has been shown at galleries and fairs such as the LA Art Show and World Art Dubai. His high-profile collaborations include projects with Warner Bros. for its Centennial celebration and with the British Royal Family for Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee. A recipient of the Halcyon Arts Lab Fellowship and Echoing Green’s Black Male Achievement Fellowship, Flowers is also the author of numerous books, further extending his multidisciplinary practice and global cultural impact.

Jun 28-Dec 29, 2024 A PLACE meant Co-organized with Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry Jun 28-Dec 29, 2024 A PLACE meant Co-organized with Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry Jun 28-Dec 29, 2024 How can Cleveland use emerging design solutions to address displacement and affordable housing challenges in our city? A PLACE meant explores innovations in affordable housing at the nexus of environmental responsibility, energy efficiency, and contemporary design. Co-organized with Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry (LMM) and Humanitarian & Founding Principal Sai Sinbondit of I_You Design Lab, the exhibition presents material and image-based examples of accessible housing approaches taking shape across the globe. From modular housing that can be constructed with limited tools to container homes made from existing vessels to 3D printed homes that can be erected in a few days, the exhibition reflects on the city's housing history while encouraging shifts that could make Cleveland a center of design innovation in the future. The exhibition, located throughout moCa’s ground floor from July-December 2024, will be accompanied by a series of free public events and intergenerational education programs to teach about and inspire a commitment to creative affordable housing in our community.How can Cleveland use emerging design solutions to address displacement and affordable housing challenges in our city? This project ties LMM's 55th anniversary and its ever-expanding focus on housing and shelter solutions through pioneering initiatives like Breaking New Ground and the Solar Homes of SC that underscore the importance of collaboration, innovation, and community engagement to address systemic issues. As Cleveland grapples with the challenges of affordable housing and displacement, moCa, LMM, and Sindondit take a proactive design approach to offer dynamic solutions to help create a more inclusive and sustainable future. About Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry Founded in 1969, the mission of Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry (LMM) is to promote shalom (peace, well-being) and justice (right relationship) through a Christian ministry of service and advocacy with those who are oppressed, forgotten and hurting. LMM’s founding began as an ecumenical response, started by the Lutheran Church, to the urban uprising that took place on the East Side of Cleveland in the mid-1960s. Over the last five decades, LMM has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to addressing chronic needs, enabling people in our community facing adversity to become self-sufficient, and advocating for systems change. Our programming focuses on innovative and effective services in the areas of Guardianship, Housing & Shelter, Workforce Development, and Youth Resiliency. About i_you design lab I_You Design Lab is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit collective made up of artists, makers, and designers dedicated to the betterment of people and environmental through leveraging research and design as tools to address fundamental needs, dignity, local community’s health, and environmental stewardship. We partner with individuals, communities, and other nonprofits through projects that fundamentally elevate the quality of lives of those who are displaced and under-served. I_You Design Lab is governed by a board of directors who advise on the organization’s strategy, operations, and paths to meet to the organization’s mission. Installation Images Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry, A PLACE Meant. Installation views at moCa Cleveland, 2024. Photos: Jacob Koestler

Date Title One sentence desciption + more Add a Title Add a Title Title + more Add a Title Add a Title Title + more Sat. November 8, 2025 Cleveland CROWN Convention 2025 2-6PM at moCa Cleveland Free SIGN UP moCa Cleveland hosts the 2nd Annual Cleveland CROWN Convention, a celebration and honoring of the natural hair experience. The Convention affirms Black beauty and uplifts the creativity, heritage, and community power that surround and shape the lived experience of hair. This gathering was created to champion the values of the CROWN Act, while making space for connection, healing, artistry, and advocacy. Cleveland CROWN Convention centers around fostering a greater sense of connectedness through shared experiences, panel discussions, food, and memorable exchange. FEATURED VENDORS: Beauty by Briana Nicole Jurnee Ta'Zion Ajah Hales Creative Services dba The Living Liberosis Coko's Crown Select Silk Raecreation Bomani Beauty MD Community Advisory Board Devin Chandler As a 9 year professional open format DJ, my passion for music and the arts has been with me from the very beginning. My knowledge of music started with genres like r&b, disco and pop through members of my family and their varied life experiences. The love for these genres then merged with hip hop and this has continued to transform my life to this day. I love connecting with an audience providing a great time when I’m not lost in music all to myself. There is so much music to explore and I enjoy presenting new sounds and experiences to others to keep passing on. Matthew Dennis As a creative, I thoroughly enjoy working to understand culture as it relates to communication to identify the various perspectives that bring each creative idea to life. I strive to help market creatively within a brand or company by being self-motivated, trendy, and cultural. I am satisfied best when I can contribute these real-world experiences to the team and deliver results. Amber N. Ford Amber N. Ford is an artist based in Pittsburgh, PA. She holds a BFA in Photography from the Cleveland Institute of Art and is currently a MFA candidate at Carnegie Mellon University. Her work has earned critical acclaim through exhibitions with FRONT Triennial, moCa Cleveland, and Kent State University Museum. In 2024, she was awarded the Emerging Artist Prize by the Cleveland Arts Prize, and named an Artist-in-Residence for moCa Cleveland in 2022. Her photojournalistic credits include The Washington Post, New York Times, NPR, and more. Yana Glover Yana G is a Cleveland-native creative and skilled loctician who founded Glo Locs in Lakewood where she has been professionally building and maintaining locs since 2016. As an early collaborator and founding member of the advisory board for Cleveland CROWN Convention, she blends her passion for heritage, haircare, and community connection to uplift local beauty culture with artistry and integrity. Courtney L. Green Courtney L. Green is moCa Cleveland’s Special Events & Development Programming Manager. A creative, educator, and strategic planner, she thrives at the intersection of community and connection. With a background in arts education and cultural programming, Courtney brings a passion for designing experiences that foster belonging and inspire collaboration. Her work reflects a deep commitment to creativity as a tool for engagement, ensuring that every event at moCa builds meaningful relationships and lasting impact. Joshua L. Hill Joshua L. Hill is the Senior Engagement Officer at moCa Cleveland, where he leads strategies that connect art, community, and impact. He develops partnerships, programs, and experiences that deepen belonging and dialogue across Cleveland’s cultural landscape. With a background in arts management and community health, Joshua’s work centers creative collaboration and equity, bridging artists, neighborhoods, and institutions to make contemporary art accessible, relevant, and transformative for all. Natasha Lovelace Natasha Lovelace was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio with family roots in East Cleveland. Shortly after graduating high school in 2005 she joined the Ohio Army National Guard. In 2011 her unit was deployed to Afghanistan where she served in Operation Enduring Freedom. After returning home she began studying psychology and sociology, driven by trauma induced mental health disorders that a rising number of soldiers experience post-deployment. Eventually, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology at Cleveland State University and began pouring into her community. In July of 2021 her oldest daughter, Makayla, became a victim of gun violence when she was shot in the head by a stray bullet in East Cleveland. Makayla survived her brain injury and began healing and thriving. This incident motivated the pivot to do work with anyone who have experience violent crimes and not just military members. Currently, Natasha is continuing her education to obtain a Master’s degree in Psychology. She serves on the Board of Directors for Slavic Village Development and continues to help families heal through her work as a Qualified Mental Health Specialist. Natasha sits on the Veterans Advisory Committee with Everytown for Gun Safety and is an active member with Crime Survivors for Safety and Justice. Her goal is to continue to advocate for mental health and gun violence awareness by researching the relationship between the two and fighting for the right to heal. Natasha strives to consistently exhibit the revolution of love through the evolution of herself. TK Shorter TK Shorter is a Cleveland-based DJ, creative, and serial entrepreneur who blends music, art, and community to craft immersive experiences. Known for curating vibrant events that bring people together, TK amplifies local voices while fostering inclusive spaces for expression and celebration. Whether behind the decks, collaborating with artists, or mentoring emerging creatives, TK brings energy, vision, and authenticity to every project while shaping a dynamic cultural landscape in Cleveland and beyond. Dayja Smith Dayja Smith is a member of ForbesBLK, Founder and CEO of Coko’s Crown and D. Smith Development Co., and a recognized entrepreneur and community leader in Cleveland. She serves as Chair of Professional Development for the Urban League of Greater Cleveland’s Young Professionals, Co-Chair of the Urban Land Institute’s Real Estate Diversity Initiative, and is a Board Advisory Member for the Cleveland Crown Convention. Dayja champions empowerment, equity, and meaningful community impact. Abigail R. Thomas Abigail Thomas is a marketing and communications professional who believes every brand has a story worth telling. With expertise in marketing strategy, content development, and event execution, she helps organizations bring their mission, message, and moments to life. Abigail specializes in creating authentic campaigns that foster community, spark engagement, and deliver measurable impact. Purpose-driven and collaborative, she combines creativity and strategy to ensure marketing efforts are not only seen, but genuinely felt. Aaron D. Williams "Aawful Aaron" Aaron D. Williams, professional alias, "Aawful Aaron," is a groundbreaking contemporary artist who masterfully integrates traditional and experimental techniques. His innovative approach combines visual art, music, film, and fashion to create unprecedented cultural dialogue and community engagement platforms. This cross-disciplinary methodology demonstrates his keen awareness of evolving artistic practices and their role in social transformation. As the founder of artist collective - Young Cleveland Renaissance, his ability to challenge artistic conventions and transform perspectives through visual communication has revolutionized Cleveland's art landscape by bridging subculture and contemporary art scenes. Williams' artistic excellence has garnered significant recognition through his landmark solo exhibition at moCa Cleveland and installations at prestigious venues, including Cleveland Public Library and Riffe Gallery. His collaborations with major institutions like FRONT International and LAND Studios showcase his growing influence. As Community Liaison at Zygote Press, he continues to push boundaries in artistic practice while making lasting contributions to Cleveland's cultural fabric through innovative community outreach programs