FARMINGTON — “WE. . . . are connected,” an interactive exhibition  in celebration of the stories, images, ideas and ways in which people connect will be presented at the Emery Community Arts Center presents, University of Maine at Farmington campus.

This free and open-to-the-public exhibit is on display in the Emery Flex Space Gallery and throughout the center and runs from Feb. 6-March 10, with an opening reception from 5-7 p.m., Monday, Feb. 6.

Curated by Penny Hood, a local artist and art therapist, “WE. . . . are connected” brings together the work of more than 20 artists, performers, musicians, storytellers, videographers, writers and other inspired people. Their creations, including hand-made quilts, abstract art, poetry readings, paintings, photography, sculptures, porches, games and web links all celebrate our shared connections.

“Cyberspace has erased boundaries and brought us all closer together while also limiting our in-person relationships,” said Hood. “With this exhibit, I wanted to create a space where the visitors become the participants and can connect with each other in ways as simple as seeing each other’s images in a mirror, swapping stories in the pass-a-long cupboards, or leaving comments on post-it notes.”

During her career, Hood has been active in the art scene in Western Maine and around the state. She has had one-woman shows at the UMF Art Gallery, and in Waterville, Livermore Fall and Northampton, Mass. She curated a show entitled “Prayers and Meditations” in Farmington at the Holman House. Her digital “bowl” photography is on permanent display on the Auburn Art Wall, a 700-ft. outdoor exhibit that was installed last fall.

This exhibit is sponsored by the Emery Community Arts Center. Located on the UMF campus, the center is connected to UMF’s Alumni Theater and adjacent to Merrill Hall. The Flex Space Gallery is open from 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Monday through Friday, and noon-6 p.m., Saturday  and Sunday.

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