SPACES

Join us in welcoming Yelaine Rodriguez, SPACES Artist-in-Residence, to Cleveland!

Yelaine Rodriguez (b. 1990) is an Afro-Dominican interdisciplinary artist and scholar focused on sculpture, photography, film, and performance. Her work explores Afro-syncretism and ancestral memory, connecting the Caribbean and the U.S. She earned a BFA in Fashion Design from Parsons in 2013 and an MA in Latin American and Caribbean Studies from NYU in 2021. Currently, she is pursuing a PhD in Performance Studies at Northwestern University. Her work has been featured in CNN, Artsy, Hyperallergic, Vogue, Aperture, Elle, and others, while her writings appear in ARTnews and the journal Latin American & Latinx Visual Culture, as well as in A Handbook of Latinx Art.

Image Credit: Patricia Encarnacion

When laying out the ArtsPass Members' Exhibition, our team considered which works were installed near one another. We looked for both similarities and differences, paying attention to how neighbor artworks would bring out hidden qualities in one another. What are your favorite artwork neighbors in the exhibition? We're open tonight until 8 PM, and all weekend 12-5 PM.

1) Christopher Pekoc and Ryan Cermak
2) Lacy Talley and Gregory Hatch
3) Diane Pribojan and Brian Asquith
4) Christopher Pekoc and Em Poor
5) Michaella Difiore and Joyce Morrow Jones
6) Nathan Mayfield and Linda Zolten Wood
7) Robin Robinson and Justin Brennan
8) Theadis Reagins and Helena Sarah Richardson

What is ArtsPass?

ArtsPass is a cohort of five artist-centered organizations working together to strengthen Northeast Ohio's creative community.

Through one shared membership, artists gain access to exhibitions, workshops, artist talks, open studios, discounts, special programming and more across the cohort!

Whether you're looking to grow your practice, connect with fellow artists or explore new creative opportunities, ArtsPass makes it easier to engage with the region's vibrant arts ecosystem.

✨ Become an ArtsPass member today and discover everything the ArtsPass cohort has to offer!

Remember to vote for your favorite artwork to win the People's Choice Award! The winning artist will receive a swag bag with goodies from all ArtsPass member organizations.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSceA9snN55H1sSOZvyceLK-4A_rc4CQRBLm_xAHWzJnl1ZcFA/viewform

Don't forget about our extended hours! Through the summer, we're open Fridays 12-8 PM and Sundays 12-5 PM.

pc: detail shot from Justin Brennan's "Yellow Goat"

Join us tonight for SOUND:MEDS, an evening of community, live music, immersive light art, and silent meditation.

Organized by LaToya Kent and featuring Lindsay Stefans, Mansa Lamont Bey, and Freddy, SOUND:MEDS is an experimental experience that invites you to slow down, connect, and simply be.

Doors open at 6 PM, giving you time to explore the ArtsPass Members' Exhibition before the program begins.

Bring a yoga mat, blanket, or cushion—anything that makes sitting or lying on the floor comfortable. We look forward to sharing this space with you tonight.

Buy tickets in advance or at the door. https://www.spacescle.org/events/2026/06/04/soundmeds

Become a SPACES Member and unlock experiences you won't find anywhere else.

Membership is more than free admission—it's your invitation to behind-the-scenes tours, artist meetups, exclusive gatherings, and access to our growing ArtsPass community.

Up next:
Saturday, July 25 – ArtsPass Members are gathering for a summer cookout at Morgan Conservatory. Meet fellow members, connect with visiting artist Kelly Taylor Mitchell, and enjoy an afternoon with artists and creatives from across our ArtsPass network.
Thursday, August 13 – SPACES Members are invited to register for a private tour of Hieronymus Objects, the remarkable collection of Richard and Alita Rogers in Akron.

Through ArtsPass, your SPACES membership also connects you to reciprocal benefits at Morgan Conservatory, Praxis Fiber Workshop, Sankofa Fine Arts, and Zygote Press—expanding your creative community across Northeast Ohio.

Ready to join? Become a member through our website or give us a call, and we'll get you signed up over the phone. We can't wait to see you at the next members-only event!

Join us for SOUND:MEDS on Thursday, July 23, an evening of sound, light, and shared experience.

Organized by LaToya Kent, SOUND:MEDS is an environment of creation through immersive light art and live music that flows into silent meditation. This experimental gathering invites participants to slow down, connect, and experience community through art and presence.

Featured artists include:

LaToya Kent, a multidisciplinary healing artist who believes loving kindness can shift our world.
Lindsay Stefans, an award-winning artist and lighting designer whose work spans architectural lighting, sculptural light art, and immersive installations.
Mansa Lamont Bey, a Southeast Cleveland folk artist whose work explores identity, indigeneity, and our connection to the cosmos, land, and community.
Freddy (Fredrick Reeves), a folk musician whose blend of folk, grunge, and country creates an intimate and captivating sound.
Doors open at 6:00 PM, with plenty of time to explore the ArtsPass Members' Exhibition before the program begins.

Please bring a yoga mat, blanket, cushion, or anything that will make sitting or lying on the floor comfortable. As space is shared, community blossoms.

Thursday, July 23
Doors: 6:00 PM
Tickets: $20
Register online here: https://www.spacescle.org/events/2026/06/04/soundmeds
SPACES

SPACES IS HIRING!

Want to work where artists, ideas, and community come together? We're looking for two part-time team members to help create a welcoming, dynamic experience for everyone who walks through our doors.

We're hiring:
• Audience & Marketing Coordinator
• Operations & Exhibition Assistant

If you're passionate about contemporary art, enjoy working with people, and thrive in a creative, collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Join a team that supports experimentation, champions artists, and helps bring creativity ideas to life.

View the full job descriptions online:
https://www.spacescle.org/about/jobs