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8 WHAT'S UP! APRIL 4-10, 2021 COVER STORY Sights Of Summer JOCELYN MURPHY NWA Democrat-Gazette A s promised, the just- announced summer exhibition schedule at Bentonville arts space the Momentary carries on a programming philosophy aimed at expanding the capabilities of the space and furthering understanding of, and connection to, art being made in the current moment. That promise came from Lauren Haynes, director of artist initiatives and curator, contemporary art, at the Momentary and Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. Ahead of the spring temporary exhibition schedule, she explained that presenting the smaller, overlapping solo shows is indicative of the rhythm of the curatorial mission moving forward. "We are excited to continue our second year with … [the] presentation of three solo visual art exhibitions that will offer new perspectives and conversations to our community," Lieven Bertels, director of the Momentary, echoes in a press release. "Whether the artists are familiar to our visitors or completely unknown, they will be able to … enjoy a multimedia exhibition that draws from Afrofuturism, science fiction and experimental cinema by Cauleen Smith; explore race, class, social justice and more through a multi- film installation by Garrett Bradley; and dive deeper into Kenny Rivero's practice and themes that have been present in his work for the past decade." The last of the three spring exhibitions closes June 13, less than two weeks before the first show of the summer season debuts. On June 26, "Cauleen Smith: Space Station, Radiant Momentary announces three-part exhibition schedule The immersive world of "Cauleen Smith: Space Station, Radiant behind the Sun" encourages its viewers to transcend the present, reimagining a future built on generosity and community as explored in her films. "Sojourner" video still. Digital video, color, sound. 22:41 minutes. (Courtesy Image/Cauleen Smith, Corbett vs. Dempsey, Chicago, and Kate Werble Gallery, New York)