Tali Weinberg

When reflecting on the current state of the environment, it seems that we have entered into times of seismic sorrows. Carbon emissions, water pollution, fracking, and changing climate patterns all point to a troubling reality with serious consequences for human and non-human populations. Through weavings, installations, sculpture, and print, artists Rena Detrixhe and Tali Weinberg (Tulsa, OK) explore the complex relationship between humans and the planet, offering insights, expressing grief, and creating space for resilience and change.

On January 26, 2019, the closing day of In Times of Seismic Sorrows, the Center for Craft hosted a Closing Ceremony with students from Asheville School. As part of Asheville School’s Arts in the Community Initiative, a group of students served as exhibition docents, guiding visitors through the exhibition and sharing details about their favorite works of art. Events concluded with the students and exhibition visitors gathering around "Red Dirt Rug", an installation by artist Rena Detrixhe. Students led guests through prose and poetry readings, and shared their personal reflections from the exhibition.