Left: Nicole Parker, Dinner Is Still Warm, Oil on linen-wrapped panel, 36" x 24"
Right: Valerio D'Ospina, Snyder and 10th (detail), Oil on panel, 24" x 24"
Two Lights, One City
Presented by Gross McCleaf Gallery and Stanek Gallery
On View: December 5 - December 31
Location: Gross McCleaf Gallery, 123 Leverington Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Artist Reception: Saturday, December 13th, 1pm - 4pm
Visitor parking is located in The Mill Studios lot, which can be accessed from Leverington Avenue.
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This December, Gross McCleaf Gallery and Stanek Gallery come together for Two Lights, One City, a collaborative exhibition that reflects the strength, diversity, and ongoing vitality of Philadelphia’s art community.
Showcasing selected works from each gallery’s roster, Two Lights, One City brings forward a broad constellation of artistic approaches and sensibilities. Paintings, sculptures, and works on paper sit in conversation, offering multiple viewpoints while revealing the shared dedication to craft and vision that unites the two institutions.
Visitors are invited to experience this collective presentation and the many ways artists continue to illuminate the city’s creative landscape this holiday season.
James Brantley, People Get Ready, Acrylic on canvas, 30" x 24"
An Intersection of Missions
Both Stanek Gallery and Gross McCleaf Gallery are led by artists, Katherine Stanek and Rebecca Segall, respectively, who know firsthand the challenges and triumphs of sustaining a creative life. Their work is grounded in the belief that the mission of a gallery extends far beyond selling art: it is to champion it, to recognize and elevate the rising star, and to create a platform that honors both artist and audience. Carrying that mission forward in uncertain times requires vision, courage, and the creative resolve to create something lasting that endures beyond trend or season. Their collaboration is an act of faith and an investment in the city’s cultural landscape - a declaration that authenticity, courage, and purpose still matter.
At Gross McCleaf Gallery, that conviction has held the gallery for more than half a century. The gallery has long stood as a cornerstone of Philadelphia’s representational and contemporary art scene - championing artists whose work embodies mastery, authenticity, and heart.
Nicole Parker, Worried Shoes, Oil on mounted linen, 12" x 12"
“Our new space in Manayunk has allowed us to deepen our commitment to community and to offer an even more welcoming environment for artists and audiences alike,” says Rebecca Segall, Owner and Director of Gross McCleaf Gallery. Gross McCleaf’s legacy represents not just continuity, but a living bridge between Philadelphia’s artistic heritage and its ever-evolving future.
Stanek Gallery has spent the past decade establishing itself as a leading force for contemporary art in Philadelphia, while recently expanding its reach to Miami. shares this commitment to elevating contemporary art through bold curatorial vision and dynamic dialogue between artists and audiences.
Through its commitment to artistic excellence and meaningful dialogue between artists and audiences, Stanek Gallery continues to elevate contemporary art on both local, national and international stages. Katherine Stanek, Owner and Director of Stanek Gallery reflects on her idea to join forces with other galleries, “Collaborative programming has been the cornerstone of our growth and longevity - it is a testament to the confidence we have in the artists and artwork we represent. After ten years of success with that model, I am thrilled to discover a kindred spirit in Rebecca Segall of Gross McCleaf Gallery and look forward to this novel and groundbreaking partnership exhibition.”
Danny McCaw, Symphony of Color, 12" x 9"
Nicole Michaud, Grass Bed, Oil on mylar, 22″ × 23″
Together, these two galleries honor the power of collaboration and the enduring magic of art as a conduit to bring people together.
Two Lights, One City brings together a thoughtfully curated collection from each gallery’s exceptional roster of artists, revealing a radiant spectrum of mediums, voices, and visions.
Like strands of holiday lights, each piece shines with its own distinct brilliance while glowing brighter in the company of others. Together they form a constellation of creativity that reflects the heart and light of Philadelphia itself.
This December, step into the glow and experience Two Lights, One City: a celebration of collaboration, artistry, and shared inspiration, honoring Philadelphia’s creative past, present, and ever-bright future.
The exhibition opens December 5th and will be on view through December 31st, with an Artist Reception on December 13th at Gross McCleaf Gallery from 1pm - 4pm.
Katherine Stanek, Becoming Roots, Concrete, steel, 19.75″ × 8″ × 5″ | Editions 1-3 of 3
About the Galleries
Gross McCleaf Gallery has been a positive and enduring fixture in Philadelphia’s art scene for over half a century with the mission of promoting established, mid-career, and emerging artists. With on-site access to its extensive inventory, the welcoming staff at GMG is ready to provide information and guidance as you build your personal or corporate collection. Now located in Manayunk, its 3rd site in 55 years, GMG maintains a beautiful space for regular exhibitions and includes free and easy parking.
Stanek Gallery is a women-owned small business launched in 2015 with a mission to create harmonious and intriguing exhibitions that connect the distinct styles and genres of modern masters and emerging talents with an international society of aspiring and experienced art collectors. Through its commitment to artistic excellence and meaningful dialogue between artists and audiences, Stanek Gallery continues to elevate contemporary art on both local, national and international stages.