Tuesday, September 8, 2026- Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Portraits of Resilience, is an exhibition that combines intimate portraits with social commentary on the struggles of homeless individuals. Created in both charcoal and oil, each portrait is accompanied by testimony in the subject’s own words, recounting their personal journey. This series of portraits is a powerful example of art and life affecting change on each other. Viewers will be asked to both look at the painting, and listen to a life, shattering the comfortable distance of observation.

Local artist Gabo Padilla is the painter and founder of the Citizens Outreach Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping people in need, in Paterson, NJ. When asked about the project he said, “what started off as a series of portraits, evolved into something that’s been truly life changing.”

Reception

Please join us for a special reception on Saturday, September 19th , from 1pm-4pm.
Questions and Answers with the artist, Gabo Padilla, and special guests at 2:30pm.

Exhibition Resources

Artist Statement 
Citizens Outreach Foundation