Ron Bechet’s exhibition **“The Forest and the Trees”** at the Contemporary Arts Center features large, unframed charcoal drawings of roots, vines, and branches that turn natural forms into abstract, meditative compositions. The works emphasize process, labor, and connection to place, inviting viewers into stillness and reflection. The review, part of *Antigravity Magazine*’s **“Art Brine”** column, praises the show’s quiet power and spiritual depth.

Each One Teach One: 100 Years of Art from Xavier University of Louisiana at the Ogden Museum (Oct 4, 2025 – Jan 11, 2026) celebrates a century of Xavier’s Art Department, honoring its legacy of mentorship, community, and Black artistic excellence. Inspired by the motto popularized by artist and professor John T. Scott, the exhibition showcases works from the university’s collection and highlights generations of artists and educators who shaped the program, including Scott and current chair Ron Bechet.

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