Essential Figure explores the diverse identities and narratives of people through intersections of race, class, and gender. These artists enliven and expand the figurative tradition as they simultaneously reflect shifting social and cultural perspectives. Save the date for BCA's artist reception on Friday, July 12.

Suzy Spence, Checkers, 2024, flashe and acrylic on panel (detail). Courtesy of the Artist.

The 2024 exhibition year is presented by Mascoma Bank. Essential Figure is sponsored in part by Leunig’s Bistro and Café, the Maslow Family Foundation, and Todd Lockwood. Hospitality sponsors, Lake Champlain Chocolates, Farrell Distributing, and William Hill Estate Winery. Burlington City Arts is supported in part by the Vermont Arts Council & the National Endowment for the Arts.