The Eye of the Beholder
curated by Dot Fiftyone Gallery
Opening Reception: Thursday July 25th, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm. The Eye of the Beholder will be on view through August 8th, 2024. Dot Fiftyone Gallery is located at 7275 NE 4th Ave, Miami. For more information please contact Alfredo Guzman at alfredo@2bnonprofit.org
The selected works are powerful perspectives of individuals who have overcome significant and interesting
challenges. These pieces offer a diverse narrative, ranging from disruptive landscapes and family scenes
to mythological themes and pressing issues like the concept of time, climate change, and bucolic portraits
capturing the immortality of dance.
2B Nonprofit is proud to present The Eye of the Beholder, a group exhibition with works by students from
the art programs at Camillus House, Better Way of Miami, and Chapman Partnership. This is the second
edition. The Eye of the Beholder delves into the concept of marginality, illustrating that, much like beauty, it
is subjective and shaped by societal perceptions. In our highly materialistic society, the lack of economic
resources is among the most stigmatizing conditions. This exhibition aims to challenge these stigmas,
celebrating the expressions of individuals and fostering a genuinely inclusive community
The visual heterodoxy of the works confronts viewers with a impacting colors and ironic jokes, fostering a
shared connection that can transform the experience for both the artists and the viewer
The exhibition is to benefit the art students and the nonprofit institutions. It was curated by Dot Fiftyone
Gallery in collaboration with artists and social activists David Rohn and Pangea Kali Virga, who run the art
programs for these institutions.
About David Rohn:
David Rohn is a renowned artist, has exhibited and been reviewed widely in South Florida over the past 25
years, including virtually all the local/regional museums, alternative spaces and galleries, and many
publications. He has also exhibited occasionally in New York, LA and Berlin.
His work extends beyond traditional art spaces. His creative practice often intersects with community
engagement and social issues. David has been significantly involved with Camillus House and Better Way
of Miami, two organizations that provide essential services to individuals experiencing homelessness and
substance abuse recovery. At Camillus House, David has utilized his artistic skills to create therapeutic art
programs that offer participants a means of self-expression and emotional healing. Through workshops and
collaborative projects, he has helped individuals find new avenues for personal growth and community
integration.
About Pangea Kali Virga:
Pangea Kali Virga, born and bred New Yorker, is an enthusiastic creator whose work spans many sides of
the fashion and art industry. She is a fashion designer, stylist, curator, and producer with high standards
and a conceptual spirit.
Pangea has created robust lesson plans for the students to learn everything from cyanotypes to fiber
collage to experimental painting and everything in between. This new regularly scheduled programming is
intended to foster creativity, provide a safe space for expression, and help students access a multitude of
mediums.
PRESS RELEASE
https://2bnonprofit.org
About 2b Non-Profit:
Established in 2006, 2b NonProfit is dedicated to giving back to the art community. As members of Miami’s
cultural landscape, they understand the importance of the role in the collective enrichment of younger
generations. 2b believe that art is in an integral part of their lives; the recognition their works can transform
the immediate world.
2B support artists in peripheral communities through their formative years
About Camillus House:
Camillus House has provided humanitarian services to persons who are poor and homeless in Miami-Dade
County, Florida since 1960. As a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, Camillus House was
originally established to serve Cuban exiles. From its humble beginning as a small soup kitchen, Camillus
has grown into a full-service organization offering a comprehensive “system of care” including food,
clothing, emergency, transitional and permanent housing, physical and mental health care, and substance
abuse treatment. Camillus also provides the intangible gift of hope by treating every individual with love,
respect, and dignity.
About Better Way of Miami:
Better Way of Miami is a non-profit behavioral health center providing substance use disorders and mental
health services to the community. Funding is received from various sources. Better Way is regularly
reviewed by the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) through the managing entity, the
Commission on the Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), Florida Medicaid and other regulating
entities. Employees at Better Way of Miami, Inc. are required to meet stringent employment procedures
and must maintain an exemplary lifestyle free from substance use disorders and addiction. Organization
charts are revised periodically as needed and are posted where necessary.
About Chapman Partnership:
Chapman Partnership manages two Homeless Assistance Centers located in Miami and Homestead. We
serve vulnerable populations that include individuals impacted by domestic violence, veterans, the disabled,
unaccompanied youth, and justice-involved or justice-connected adults, among many others. Our residents
work together with case managers to create a comprehensive, personalized plan that guides the services
provided throughout their journey with us. With fully equipped medical and dental clinics, family dorms,
cafeterias, classrooms, Wi-Fi, daycare, basketball courts, and even a dog kennel, we provide all the
resources needed for motivated residents to become self-sufficient and connect them with over 100
government and social services, collectively offering a holistic approach for clients to reach their ultimate
goal of independence.
The Eye of the Beholder
curated by Dot Fiftyone Gallery
Opening Reception: Thursday July 25th, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm. The Eye of the Beholder will be on view through August 8th, 2024. Dot Fiftyone Gallery is located at 7275 NE 4th Ave, Miami. For more information please contact Alfredo Guzman at alfredo@2bnonprofit.org
The selected works are powerful perspectives of individuals who have overcome significant and interesting
challenges. These pieces offer a diverse narrative, ranging from disruptive landscapes and family scenes
to mythological themes and pressing issues like the concept of time, climate change, and bucolic portraits
capturing the immortality of dance.
2B Nonprofit is proud to present The Eye of the Beholder, a group exhibition with works by students from
the art programs at Camillus House, Better Way of Miami, and Chapman Partnership. This is the second
edition. The Eye of the Beholder delves into the concept of marginality, illustrating that, much like beauty, it
is subjective and shaped by societal perceptions. In our highly materialistic society, the lack of economic
resources is among the most stigmatizing conditions. This exhibition aims to challenge these stigmas,
celebrating the expressions of individuals and fostering a genuinely inclusive community
The visual heterodoxy of the works confronts viewers with a impacting colors and ironic jokes, fostering a
shared connection that can transform the experience for both the artists and the viewer
The exhibition is to benefit the art students and the nonprofit institutions. It was curated by Dot Fiftyone
Gallery in collaboration with artists and social activists David Rohn and Pangea Kali Virga, who run the art
programs for these institutions.
About David Rohn:
David Rohn is a renowned artist, has exhibited and been reviewed widely in South Florida over the past 25
years, including virtually all the local/regional museums, alternative spaces and galleries, and many
publications. He has also exhibited occasionally in New York, LA and Berlin.
His work extends beyond traditional art spaces. His creative practice often intersects with community
engagement and social issues. David has been significantly involved with Camillus House and Better Way
of Miami, two organizations that provide essential services to individuals experiencing homelessness and
substance abuse recovery. At Camillus House, David has utilized his artistic skills to create therapeutic art
programs that offer participants a means of self-expression and emotional healing. Through workshops and
collaborative projects, he has helped individuals find new avenues for personal growth and community
integration.
About Pangea Kali Virga:
Pangea Kali Virga, born and bred New Yorker, is an enthusiastic creator whose work spans many sides of
the fashion and art industry. She is a fashion designer, stylist, curator, and producer with high standards
and a conceptual spirit.
Pangea has created robust lesson plans for the students to learn everything from cyanotypes to fiber
collage to experimental painting and everything in between. This new regularly scheduled programming is
intended to foster creativity, provide a safe space for expression, and help students access a multitude of
mediums.
PRESS RELEASE
https://2bnonprofit.org
About 2b Non-Profit:
Established in 2006, 2b NonProfit is dedicated to giving back to the art community. As members of Miami’s
cultural landscape, they understand the importance of the role in the collective enrichment of younger
generations. 2b believe that art is in an integral part of their lives; the recognition their works can transform
the immediate world.
2B support artists in peripheral communities through their formative years
About Camillus House:
Camillus House has provided humanitarian services to persons who are poor and homeless in Miami-Dade
County, Florida since 1960. As a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, Camillus House was
originally established to serve Cuban exiles. From its humble beginning as a small soup kitchen, Camillus
has grown into a full-service organization offering a comprehensive “system of care” including food,
clothing, emergency, transitional and permanent housing, physical and mental health care, and substance
abuse treatment. Camillus also provides the intangible gift of hope by treating every individual with love,
respect, and dignity.
About Better Way of Miami:
Better Way of Miami is a non-profit behavioral health center providing substance use disorders and mental
health services to the community. Funding is received from various sources. Better Way is regularly
reviewed by the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) through the managing entity, the
Commission on the Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), Florida Medicaid and other regulating
entities. Employees at Better Way of Miami, Inc. are required to meet stringent employment procedures
and must maintain an exemplary lifestyle free from substance use disorders and addiction. Organization
charts are revised periodically as needed and are posted where necessary.
About Chapman Partnership:
Chapman Partnership manages two Homeless Assistance Centers located in Miami and Homestead. We
serve vulnerable populations that include individuals impacted by domestic violence, veterans, the disabled,
unaccompanied youth, and justice-involved or justice-connected adults, among many others. Our residents
work together with case managers to create a comprehensive, personalized plan that guides the services
provided throughout their journey with us. With fully equipped medical and dental clinics, family dorms,
cafeterias, classrooms, Wi-Fi, daycare, basketball courts, and even a dog kennel, we provide all the
resources needed for motivated residents to become self-sufficient and connect them with over 100
government and social services, collectively offering a holistic approach for clients to reach their ultimate
goal of independence.
