GV635[vs] Divoratori
2025-09-18 - 2025-11-30 | 548 West 28th St. Suite 528, New York, NY, 10001, 548 West 28th St., Suite #528, New York, NY, 10001, United States
GV635[vs] Divoratori
An artistic project by Valeria Fondi
Created in 2014, GV635[vs] Divoratori is a photographic project by Italian artist Valeria Fondi, exploring the theme of spiritual hunger through a series of deeply symbolic and three-dimensional images, inspired by chapter 6 of John’s gospel. The visual journey investigates various forms of inner emptiness and hollow religiosity that, while appearing to offer spiritual solutions, fail to nourish the soul or bring it peace. The photographs confront modern dependencies — wealth, the obsession with luxury, and media idolatry — ultimately portraying the extreme consequences of an unquenched hunger: disorientation, isolation, and madness.
The project culminates in two images inspired by the Song of Songs, where a woman, exhausted and seated in the shadows with open hands, surrenders after a long and futile search. It is in the heart of the night that she encounters Jesus, the Bridegroom of her soul. Her face, darkened by mud — a symbol of sin’s obscuration — is illuminated as Christ draws near. A living flame glows in her eyes, the sign of revelation beginning to take hold within her. That light is Christ, the Redeemer of her soul — the one who nourishes and brings peace to all who earnestly seek Him.
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Artist Biography
Valeria Fondi is an Italian artist and author whose creative journey began shortly after high school with the study of Scripture. A profound encounter with the Gospel has left an indelible mark on her life and motivated her to passionately explore foundational biblical principles, which now form the core of her artistic expression.
From this spiritual exploration have emerged various projects, including the poetry collection Blooming Love and the photographic cycle GV635[vs] Divoratori, a series focused on the soul’s hunger. This visual project debuted in 2014 at Open Art House in Ivrea, and is now being presented for the first time in the United States at Luz Art Gallery in New York. In 2015, she published the artistic manifesto The Language of Heaven, a reflection on the urgency of using contemporary visual language to transform Italy’s collective imagination around the figure of Christ. The text is enriched with contributions from artists of the SVA group in Milan, with whom she collaborated for several years.
Before moving to Venice, she published her first biblical study book, Face to Face with the King, in which she describes twelve one‑to‑one encounters between Jesus and ordinary men and women, each conveying a spiritual principle from His Kingdom. She is currently working on her first novel, dedicated to the spiritual realm and the language of the Spirit.

2026 Wild 4 Jesus Conference - Salt & Light
2026-08-15 - 2026-08-16 | 4501 Boardwalk Wildwood, NJ 08260, 4501 Boardwalk, Wildwood, NJ, 08260, United States
A gathering to reflect Christ in today’s world through creativity, truth, and love.

Luz Art presents the Wild 4 Jesus Conference, a dynamic celebration of God-given creativity across multiple art forms. This gathering honors the unique identity found in Christ and the powerful expression of the Holy Spirit through the arts.
Featuring speakers, artists, and pastors passionate about evangelism through creativity, this conference is designed to:

Inspire artists
Encourage
Build meaningful connections within the Christian creative community
Ignite the fire of Revival

FEATURED EXPERIENCES

Curated Talks
Worship & Baptisms
Healing Through Painting
Dance Sessions & Art Workshops
Live Dance Performances
Fashion Show
Contemporary Art Exhibition

From the Founder – Carmelita Greco

“God inspires us to use the gifts He has given us.”
Carmelita Greco, founder of Luz Art, believes we are entering a season of a “Kingdom Renaissance.” The vision for Wild 4 Jesus was birthed through prayer, dreams, and reflection on scripture.
While “wild” may not traditionally describe faith, the movement of the Holy Spirit throughout scripture—through visions, dreams, prophetic words, and Spirit-led encounters—has always been powerful, unexpected, and transformative.
This “wild expression” represents:

The fire of revival
The bold movement of the Spirit
A faith that ignites hearts and transforms lives

Like the prophets—visionaries often misunderstood and tested—artists carry a unique calling. Wild 4 Jesus creates space for Christian creatives to boldly express, connect, and walk fully in that calling. We welcome all to join and unlock your hidden creativity. You were created to create!
Join us as we celebrate faith, creativity, and the movement of the Holy Spirit.
Register Today!

Art Exhibition "Every Tribe, Every Nation"
2026-04-18 12:00 - 2026-07-01 12:00 (America/New_York) | 548 West 28th St. Suite 528, New York, NY, 10001, 548 West 28th St., Suite #528, New York, NY, 10001, United States
Overview
Dive into diverse cultures at the Art Opening “Every Tribe, Every Nation” – where stories come alive!

Art Exhibition Every Tribe, Every Nation
Luz Art presents a contemporary art exhibition featuring visionary painter Muriel-Laure Kom and emerging artist Kaweesi Mesearch.
Representing Cameroon and Uganda, these artists bring powerful visual narratives shaped by faith, resilience, and cultural identity. Through deeply personal yet universally resonant works, the exhibition invites viewers into stories of perseverance, spiritual awakening, and hope.
Muriel-Laure Kom’s work opens a window into the spiritual realm—expressing divine encounters that transcend time and space. Using oil, mixed media, gold leaf, and organic materials, her richly textured paintings explore the intersection of the visible and invisible, rooted in her Cameroonian heritage.
Kaweesi Mesearch’s artistic journey began in Uganda, where he pursued his calling with determination despite early challenges. Grounded in faith, his work reflects perseverance, devotion, and purpose. His rising career includes recognition as the 2024 BIC Art Master Uganda.
Join us to celebrate Every Tribe, Every Nation.

Say Yes to the Dress
2026-07-02 12:00 - 2026-08-31 18:00 | 548 West 28th St. Suite 528, New York, NY, 10001, 548 West 28th St., Suite #528, New York, NY, 10001, United States
NEW ART SHOW AT OUR NYC GALLERY!
From orphan to overcomer, Kathryn Yarbrough has ministered with her husband Keith for over 20 years with worship and encouraging words for the church. As an author and visionary artist, Kathryn shares inspiring words and illustrations to awaken the church as the Bride of Christ in her forthcoming book, ”Can You Fit Into Your Wedding Gown?”
Just as a bride prepares to fit into her wedding gown, so is the church preparing to fit together as the body of Christ. Sharing scripture, dreams and insights, Kathryn invites us to purify ourselves by looking in expectation for His return.
Join us this evening at 548 W 28th Street, New York, NY 10001 – Suite #528 for our Opening & From Tuesday to Saturday from 12pm to 6pm (Thursdays from 12pm to 8pm)
