Venvi Art Gallery in Tallahassee, Florida, announces "Piecemeal Landscape," a two-artist exhibition featuring works by Sam McCoy and Chris Rivera. The show runs from June 5 to August 15, 2026, with an opening reception on July 3 from 5-8 PM. Both artists, who are professors at Murray State University, present contemporary landscapes shaped by observation, memory, and human intervention, drawing from Southern environments influenced by tourism, urban development, and natural spaces. McCoy's work explores Florida's roadside attractions and tourist spectacles, while Rivera's modular pieces examine interactions between landscapes and urban environments.
This exhibition matters because it highlights how two artists with shared academic backgrounds—both earned BFAs at University of Central Florida and MFAs at Florida State University—bring distinct perspectives on the curated and consumed nature of landscape. By addressing themes of enchantment, disenchantment, and cultural framing, "Piecemeal Landscape" offers viewers a nuanced look at how personal and constructed relationships with environment shape visual perception. The show also underscores Venvi Art Gallery's role in supporting regional contemporary art and fostering dialogue between artists and the Tallahassee community.