April 17 – May 24, 2025

A multidisciplinary art exhibition and community initiative focused on sustainability, environmental justice, and climate change.

Studio Kroner
130 W. Court Street,
Cincinnati, Ohio.

List of events and participants can be found at
https://www.studiokroner.com/aep2-calendar.

AEP2 seeks to spark reflection and encourage environmental action. The event will feature five talented artists whose thought-provoking installations explore nature, ecology, and climate change.

Bio
Stephen Hall, a Scottish-born artist now residing in New York, brings a unique blend of tradition and modernity to his work. His paintings, which tackle contemporary subjects, reflect a talent honed over many years. Eschewing modern techniques such as digital assistance or airbrushing, Hall’s art is characterized by its rich layers, vibrant colors, and nuanced play of light.

Since the early 1980s, Hall has been exhibiting his work globally, garnering attention from corporate and private collectors alike. His pieces have made appearances in various media, including movies, muBiosic videos, and magazines. Additionally, Hall has lent his artistic touch to book covers for esteemed authors such as A.A. Milne, J.G. Ballard, and Russell Greenan.

In the past decade, Stephen’s art has focused on pressing environmental issues such as climate change, plastic pollution, fossil fuels and mass consumerism. He feels it is critical to amplify this message. Through deliberate use of color and composition, he aims to engage viewers in a dialogue about these critical issues, urging them to co front and contemplate the challenges facing our planet. This evolution in his art reflects a deeper purpose and a commitment to using his talent as a means of advocating for positivechange.

Statement
I am interested in showing the relationships we all have, whether in time or place. I also try to show the pattern in chaos and, perhaps the overload of information that we are bombarded with in our modern times.

There are no digital prints, photographs, collage, airbrush or projections involved in my work. The subjects and ambiguous light sources are hand painted rows and rows of acrylic colors or tones, going from dark to light in countless layers. All the patterns are drawn first around a cardboard template upon the background field color and then painted tonally to match the background. Each painting can take anywhere from three to six weeks to execute, depending on the size.
https://stephenhallart.com

In addition to the visual art installations, the exhibition will include poets, playwrights, and
environmental scientists and advocates. These experts will participate in panel discussions designed to
engage attendees both emotionally and intellectually.

Through immersive experiences such as interactive installations, live performances, and artist talks,
AEP2 seeks to
• PROMOTE cross-disciplinary collaboration between the arts, science and community
• INSPIRE environmental advocacy and participation in future sustainability initiatives
• FOSTER environmental awareness and action
• CONNECT the community with free events
• ELEVATE Cincinnati’s profile as a leader in arts-driven environmental solutions

Special Highlights:
• Artist Talks – with local, regional and national featured artists
• Panel Discussions – with community leaders and scientists
• Performances: Kids Act Now! will present live performances to engage younger audiences.
• Dead Battery Drive – Attendees can participate in responsible recycling efforts.
• Potted Seedlings Giveaway – Take meaningful climate action by planting a free tree, courtesy of
Ohio Valley Forest Fellowship.
“I believe art has a unique power to reach the heart where data alone cannot.
Through art, we can inspire action and nurture a shared sense of responsibility
and hope for our planet’s future.” —Paul Kroner, artist and gallery owner.