Current & Upcoming
A catalog of events, exhibitions and happenings

Under Whose Influence
February 22 - March 22, 2025
Hooks-Epstein Galleries
2631 Colquitt
Houston, TX 77098
February 22 - March 22, 2025
Hooks-Epstein Galleries
2631 Colquitt
Houston, TX 77098
Hooks-Epstein Galleries presents Ronald L. Jones’ "Under Whose Influence", an exhibition of mixed media sculptures. On view in the Mini Gallery, the exhibition will open at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, February 22, 2025 with the Artist Reception from 5:00–7:00 P.M.
Contemporary artist Ronald L. Jones’ "Under Whose Influence" is an introspective exhibition exploring identity, influence, and self-perception through intricate wireframe sculpting. A Houston-based artist recognized for his tactile explorations of cultural and psychological landscapes, Jones uses his latest body of work to examine the unseen forces that shape personal and collective identity, inviting layered conversations on how these influences are manifested.
Through "Under Whose Influence", Jones visualizes internal dialogues, recognizing both direct and indirect forces that contribute to identity formation. His use of wireframe structures symbolizes the fluid and evolving nature of self-perception, while also projecting forward into imagined futures. Each piece serves as a framework—both literal and conceptual—challenging viewers to examine the unseen forces that shape their own identities.
Contemporary artist Ronald L. Jones’ "Under Whose Influence" is an introspective exhibition exploring identity, influence, and self-perception through intricate wireframe sculpting. A Houston-based artist recognized for his tactile explorations of cultural and psychological landscapes, Jones uses his latest body of work to examine the unseen forces that shape personal and collective identity, inviting layered conversations on how these influences are manifested.
Through "Under Whose Influence", Jones visualizes internal dialogues, recognizing both direct and indirect forces that contribute to identity formation. His use of wireframe structures symbolizes the fluid and evolving nature of self-perception, while also projecting forward into imagined futures. Each piece serves as a framework—both literal and conceptual—challenging viewers to examine the unseen forces that shape their own identities.

The talks will begin with HEG artist, Ann Johnson, and Curator & Programming Manager of Project Row Houses, Cyndney Pickens. Following the intermission, HEG artist, Ronald Llewellyn Jones, and Houston-based Conceptual Artist, Brian Ellison, will speak.
PLEASE NOTE:
For our gallery double-header on Saturday, March 15th, please be mindful of our gallery neighbors when parking. Please utilize spaces directly in front of HEG as well as the parking garage across the street and neighborhood parking.
We also encourage you to visit our gallery neighbors!
PLEASE NOTE:
For our gallery double-header on Saturday, March 15th, please be mindful of our gallery neighbors when parking. Please utilize spaces directly in front of HEG as well as the parking garage across the street and neighborhood parking.
We also encourage you to visit our gallery neighbors!

Join Emerging Collectors Brunch
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where meaningful dialogue meets powerful artistic expression,
for an exclusive afternoon of art, conversation, and community at the next Align R.O.I. Emerging Collectors Brunch featuring Ann Johnson and Ronald L. Jones at Hooks Epstein Gallery.
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🎟 Tickets available now! Use code ALIGN15 for 15% off for a limited time.