New bat-themed exhibit at City Hall combines local art and environmental awareness

The City of Sacramento's Office of Arts and Culture is featuring an exhibit at City Hall that highlights the essential role bats play in maintaining healthy ecosystems.

Curated by the City's Emerging Curators Fellow Bridgètt Rex, the exhibit "Bat HabiTAT" aims to raise awareness of the ecological significance of bats and celebrate the talents of local artists. It will be hosted at the City Hall Robert T. Matsui Gallery (915 I Street) from Sept. 20-Dec. 13.

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"This exhibit brings together an incredible group of artists, each with their own distinct perspective and passion," said Rex. "It's a reminder that creativity can thrive in all stages of life."

The exhibit features 10 tattoo artists and one origami artist from Northern California who have created unique pieces inspired by live bat observations at the Yolo Basin Foundation.

One featured artist, Shaina Hernandez, attended the Yolo Basin Foundation's Bat Talk and Tour, which inspired her artwork titled "Twilight Pursuit." After learning about the significance of bats and seeing them up close, she felt compelled to honor these fascinating yet often misunderstood creatures in her art.

"Bats represent a peaceful dark and moodiness," Shaina said. "It was important to me that the bats be portrayed as innocent. So often they are depicted as scary or verminous."

The gallery's hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This exhibit is wheelchair accessible.

About the Emerging Curators Fellowship

Administered by the Office of Arts and Culture, the Emerging Curators Fellowship is a year-long program designed for the selected curator to curate and present two exhibitions with the guidance of a curatorial mentor.

This year's fellow, Bridgètt Rex, holds a B.A. in Art History/Theory and Criticism with honors from UCSD and an A.A. in Graphic Communications from Sacramento City College. Committed to fostering a more equitable and diverse future in both physical and digital realms, Rex brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to her role as the Emerging Curators Fellow.

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