“RESPECT” at Artist Archives of the Western Reserve

Artists Archives of the Western Reserve has a history of presenting exhibitions that provide social content which are of immediate currency to the communities it serves. It is with that history in mind that we are proud to present a trio of three concurrent exhibitions that tackle some of the difficult problems facing our country today through the lens of art. Barbara Martin’s Plastics, An Acquired Taste and Anne Kmieck’s Dobbserwocky: Robes of Perdition, take on issues of climate degradation, the current fight for current democratic due process, and the historical disregard for women’s autonomy. The third exhibition RESPECT, curated by BIPOC artist, Unity Powell, offers tonal counterbalance, uplifting the breadth of artistic excellence by celebrating the works of accomplished women artists from Northeast Ohio.

These exhibitions are each rooted in community connection, collective experience, and the amplification of women’s voices. Together, these exhibitions aim to provoke dialogue, engage intergenerational audiences, and spotlight the interconnectedness of environmental, reproductive, and political justice.

RESPECT is curated by artist, author, and AAWR Board member Unity Powell. This exhibition is meant to celebrate our diversity of woman artists here in NEO and also acts as a counter point to the other two exhibitions whose subject matter can be challenging for individuals. RESPECT features work from Cleveland-area artists Jeanetta Ho, Sarah Kabot, Natalie Lanese, Baila Litton (Archived Artist), Lauren Pearce, and Honey Pierre.

These exhibitions will be on display from June 11 – August 8, 2026, and will be celebrated with an opening reception on June 11 from 5:30 – 8 pm.