CHRISTIAN AVERY AT THE ART ALLIANCE

Come check out the amazing artworks by Christian Avery in this laid-back, in-person event. It’s a perfect chance to soak in some creativity, meet fellow art lovers, and dive into the vibrant world of Christian’s unique style. Whether you’re an art aficionado or just looking for something cool to do, this exhibit is a must-see! Don’t miss out on experiencing the energy and passion firsthand.

An artist since childhood, Christian has always known that creative expression was not a hobby, but a necessity, a language of survival, reflection, and truth. For him, art is not a choice; it is breath. It is the thread that has stitched together every chapter of his remarkable journey.

He spent three formative years at the California College of the Arts in Berkeley, refining his craft and deepening his understanding of visual storytelling. Yet his education extended far beyond the classroom. After serving in the United States Army, Christian endured what he describes as a “dark decade”, a period of profound challenge and reckoning.

His life shifted in a miraculous and unexpected way through the sacred Lakota sweat lodge ceremony. What began as healing became belonging. Through years of dedication, humility, and spiritual commitment, Christian was not only embraced by the Lakota community but eventually entrusted with leading ceremony for others. In time, he was appointed to the honored role of Chief, a responsibility rooted in service, guidance, and cultural stewardship.

Today, Christian stands as a powerful and colorful presence, an artist, a spiritual leader, and a man whose past trials have become the foundation of his wisdom. His work reflects transformation, resilience, and the sacred interplay between struggle and redemption.

The public is invited to the opening reception Saturday, August14th, at 5pm. Avery’s work can be viewed by appointment after opening night. The exhibition will close on September 2nd.

Exhibitions at the Art Alliance change monthly. Six exhibitions a year show work by members of the Art Alliance. Three exhibitions, including the Annual Juried Exhibition, are open to members and non-members. Every January, the Art Alliance hosts an invitational show, featuring work by notable area artists. During the summer months, the programming is open to artists selected by the Art Alliance’s curators who undertake their own shows.
For more information, visit the website at www.artallianceofmonmouth.org, or visit or call the gallery during operating hours, (732) 842-9403.
Founded in 1978, the Art Alliance of Monmouth County is dedicated to promoting the advancement of the visual arts and providing exhibition, studio, and classroom space to local artists. New members are always welcome.

Membership in the Art Alliance is open to visual artists at any skill level and to art lovers. Membership fee is $50 per year, $25 for students with id. Benefits of membership include reduced entry fee for all exhibits ($5 per piece for up to 3 pieces for members; $10 per piece for non-members); affordable studio space; diverse classes and workshops; networking opportunities; the possibility of mounting an independent exhibit during the summer. In addition, the Art Alliance maintains a website, a bi-monthly newsletter, and a Facebook page.

A non-profit organization, the programs of the Art Alliance of Monmouth County are made possible in part by the Monmouth County Arts Council through funding from the Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders, and the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment of the Arts.