Jennifer Carvalho: An Archive of Gestures - CICA Vancouver

Exhibition

CICA Vancouver presents "An Archive of Gestures" by Canadian artist Jennifer Carvalho from June 27 to August 10, 2025. The exhibition invites visitors to explore a space where time folds in on itself and echoes of the past linger in the present, featuring cinematic framings of hand gestures, weeping faces, Renaissance gardens, ancient masks, jewels, and garments that transport viewers between past and present.

About the Artist

Jennifer Carvalho (b. 1980) is a contemporary Canadian artist whose practice centers on reconstructing the past in the present by reframing artworks from the Renaissance and medieval eras. She brings historical occurrences into contemporary focus through painting, deconstructing inherited notions of femininity and challenging the ways women were historically represented in art. Carvalho graduated from University of Guelph in 2013 and lives and works in Toronto.

Events

• Opening Reception: June 26, 5–8 PM (RSVP required via Eventbrite)
• Artist Talk: June 28, 2–4 PM - Jennifer Carvalho will discuss her research-driven practice, influences from Renaissance and medieval art, and the conceptual and visual strategies behind her work, followed by Q&A

Ticketing

Tickets to events include general admission to the exhibition. CICA Circle Members enjoy free admission to events. RSVP is required via Eventbrite.