This event is in the past.It took place on February 11, 2026 at Lehman College Art Gallery.




The Painted Word: Text, Gesture, and Expression in Contemporary Art
West Bronx
Thirty-six contemporary artists turn words into wild, gestural paintings that make language feel visceral and strange again. Expect bold typography, chaotic brushwork, and text that communicates more through feeling than meaning.
gestural painting
contemporary art
text-based works
diverse artist roster
Tips
🎨"those in the know--KNOW about how special this gallery is"
📖125-page exhibition catalog available
🏛️designed by architect Marcel Breuer
The Painted Word: Text, Gesture, and Expression in Contemporary Art
West Bronx




Thirty-six contemporary artists turn words into wild, gestural paintings that make language feel visceral and strange again. Expect bold typography, chaotic brushwork, and text that communicates more through feeling than meaning.
gestural painting
contemporary art
text-based works
diverse artist roster
Tips
🎨"those in the know--KNOW about how special this gallery is"
📖125-page exhibition catalog available
🏛️designed by architect Marcel Breuer
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