Berwyn Artist Featured in Philly Fundraiser Exhibit

A graphic design student from Berwyn will be among the featured artists at the Art Institute of Philadelphia’s sixth Annual Art Unleashed exhibit, according to the Daily Local News.

Prints created by James Kwak, a sophomore at the Art Institute, are among the works selected by the school to represent the achievements of its students. Kwak tells the newspaper that his interest in photography and graphic design started at an early age. One of his submissions for the exhibit, “Color,” was inspired by a lecture on human trafficking he attended while in high school.

Art Unleashed has grown to be the Art Institute of Philadelphia’s largest annual fundraising event. The exhibition and sale features artwork in all media from students, faculty and alumni and raises money to support young artists.

This year’s exhibit runs from April 10 to April 14, with a preview party scheduled for April 9 between 6 and 8 p.m. Admission to the preview party costs $150, but the exhibition will be free to the public starting Friday.

(Photo: Color by James Kwak/Art Institute of Philadelphia).