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A work made of oil and charcoal on canvas.
Abstract painting, black background covered with flicks and smudges of white and other colors.
SCA member viewing of Barbara Kruger's exhibition.
Two women view a diptych artwork on a white gallery wall.
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People view artworks for a silent auction.
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A person views an artwork that uses metal container lashing bars hung installed on a white wall and a wooden floor.
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SCA members view artist Maren Hassinger's artwork on a white gallery wall.

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Associate Curator Robyn Farrell welcoming SCA members for a viewing of the Barbara Kruger exhibition.

Associate Curator Robyn Farrell welcoming SCA members for a viewing of the Barbara Kruger exhibition.

A small group of people view the portraits of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama.

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