APRIL 17 - MAY 24, 2025
UNITING ART, SCIENCE & COMMUNITY
All Else Pales: 2 is a multi-disciplinary art exhibition curated
to inspire reflection and motivate action toward environmental stewardship.
This exhibition will showcase five artists whose thought-provoking installations delve into themes of nature, ecology, and climate change. All Else Pales: 2 will also feature poets, performers, and environmental scientists participating in panel discussions designed to engage attendees both emotionally and intellectually.
“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, curator/gallery owner
Through All Else Pales: 2, we aim to engage the community in meaningful dialogue about climate change and environmental issues. As the planet warms and evidence of climate change mounts, this exhibit will serve as a catalyst for awareness, education, and action. Our goals for this exhibition are:
Bridging art, science, and community engagement, between creatives, scientists, civic partners, and the public.
PROMOTE
Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration
Attendees will be encouraged to engage in environmental advocacy and to participate in future sustainability initiatives.
INSPIRE
Future Advocacy and Engagement
Participating community
partners will inform
and disseminate
educational materials.
FOSTER
Environmental Awareness and Action
FREE Receptions, lectures, panel discussions, demonstrations, performances, and poetry.
CONNECT
The community through FREE Events.
Calendar of Events for All Else Pales 2
Thursday, April 17
Opening Reception
6:00-9:00 pm
Join us to celebrate the opening reception for this multi-dimensional exhibit about the environment. Sponsored by The Brueggeman Center for Dialogue at Xavier University
Saturday, April 19
The Ohio Valley Forestry Fellowship (OVFF)
12:00-1:00 pm
The Ohio Valley Forestry Fellowship will make a presentation about their mission to increase the size and diversity of our forest canopy through planting trees and distributing seedlings. Potted seedlings giveaway.
Saturday, April 19
Artist Talk #1
1:00-2:00 pm
Featuring out-of-town artists Stephen Hall, John Sabraw, and Albertus Gorman. This discussion will be moderated by Sue Spaid, an Adjunct Professor in the School of Art at the University of Cincinnati, and at Northern Kentucky University where she teaches environmental ethics. Sponsored by Sustainergy, a worker-owned solar and energy efficiency company committed to sustainability and social justice.
Thursday, April 24
Making Sense of the Anthropocene in Community
7:00-9:00 pm
Studio Kroner welcomes the University of Cincinnati’s Institute for Research in Sensing (IRiS) to host an "Alloy Series Discussion" as part of All Else Pales 2. Moderated by co-curator Devan Horton.
We invite you to join us for a wide-ranging, participatory discussion weaving together ecological, spiritual, agricultural, political, and artistic perspectives to make sense of this moment. As both ecological and human communities struggle to respond to change, wise action and contemplation are as necessary as grief. Human activity is reshaping life on our planet like never before. Your voice is essential.
The Alloy Series brings diverse perspectives to emerging topics in sensing, perception, and sensor technology, while engaging Cincinnati and its curious communities. Extending IRiS’ core mission, Alloys unite voices from STEM, humanities, and the arts to explore sensing’s histories and futures. These informal pop-up events occur in unexpected locations and are always free and open to the public.
Doors open at 7:00.
Wednesday, April 30
The Art & Science of Confronting Climate Change
6:00-7:00 pm
The Center for Public Engagement with Science collaborates across UC and with partner organizations in Greater Cincinnati to put on public-facing initiatives and to teach and research effective practices in public engagement. Moderated by Peter Crawley, Senior Sustainability Strategist at Sustainability Roundtable in Boston. Learn More >
Saturday, May 3
Artist Talk #2
1:00-2:00 pm
Featuring local eco-artists Devan Horton and Julia O. Bianco, and moderated by Chandra Frank, Assistant Professor of Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at the University of Cincinnati. Sponsored by the Sara M. & Michelle Vance Waddell Foundation.
Saturday, May 3
Kids Act Out!
6:00 - 7:00 pm
Kids Act Out!, Youth Theater Education of Cincinnati, presents "Eco Tales," where we explore what nature might say to us amidst the vast amounts of information we receive. Join Kids Act Out as we personify the Earth and its wonders, igniting curiosity and inspiring eco-awareness through performance. Come hear nature’s voice! Kids Act Out!, brings the exciting world of theatre to schools to help students explore their creativity, develop their social and emotional skills, and enhance their academic progress through the arts. Kids Act OUT!'s programs focuses on teaching the principles and practices of theatre while making meaningful connections to real-life experiences. Ticketing is done through the Liberty Theater, but the performances will be performed at Studio Kroner.
Sunday, May 4
Kids Act Out!
1:00-2:00 pm
Kids Act Out!, Youth Theater Education of Cincinnati, presents "Eco Tales," where we explore what nature might say to us amidst the vast amounts of information we receive. Join Kids Act Out as we personify the Earth and its wonders, igniting curiosity and inspiring eco-awareness through performance. Come hear nature’s voice! Kids Act Out!, brings the exciting world of theatre to schools to help students explore their creativity, develop their social and emotional skills, and enhance their academic progress through the arts. Kids Act OUT!'s programs focuses on teaching the principles and practices of theatre while making meaningful connections to real-life experiences. Ticketing is done through the Liberty Theater, but the performances will be performed at Studio Kroner.
Saturday, May 10
Climate Meditation and Creative Writing Workshop
10:00-12:00 pm
Gather with Elaine Olund to explore meditative and creative tools to build resilience. No experience with meditation or creative writing is required—this is a grounding, non-judgmental practice. Bring an open heart, a pen and paper/journal (extras on hand if you forget). Space is limited to 20 people. Please register in advance to secure your spot.
Saturday, May 10
The Office of Environment & Sustainability at City of Cincinnati: Sustainability in Action
1:00-2:00 pm
Presentation with The Office of Environment & Sustainability at City of Cincinnati (OES) on The Green Cincinnati Plan (GCP) that has helped establish Cincinnati as a national leader in sustainability and an attractive destination for businesses and individuals.
Sponsored by Shomrei Olam, Jewish Environmental Advocates of Cincinnati.
Wednesday, May 14
An Evening of Poetry
6:00-8:00 pm
Poetry readings about the environment Anthology will be available for purchase. Sponsored by Just Earth Cincinnati, a catalyst, empowering residents to make the Cincinnati region a vibrant community in which just, reciprocal and harmonious relationships with the Earth, her people, her creatures, and her ecosystems are cultivated.
Saturday, May 17
"A Living Earth" Pageant
6:00-7:00 pm
Local playwright Mary Kroner and citizen artists celebrate Earth’s life-sustaining systems in a unique, thought-provoking, and fun performance. This performance of vignettes, done as a theatrical pageant. With music, movement, humor and insights this performance by an ad hoc group of citizen artists will celebrate Systems of the Earth that keep us alive in a style the likes of which you have never seen. This will be engaging, thought provoking, poignant and fun. It will be a one-of-a-kind performance.
Sunday, May 18
"A Living Earth" Pageant
1:00-2:00 pm
Local playwright Mary Kroner and citizen artists celebrate Earth’s life-sustaining systems in a unique, thought-provoking, and fun performance. This performance of vignettes, done as a theatrical pageant. With music, movement, humor and insights this performance by an ad hoc group of citizen artists will celebrate Systems of the Earth that keep us alive in a style the likes of which you have never seen. This will be engaging, thought provoking, poignant and fun. It will be a one-of-a-kind performance.
Saturday, May 24
Closing Reception
1:00-4:00 pm
Join us as we bring this multi-disciplinary exhibition to a close.
Presenting Organizations for All Else Pales 2 (to date)
We welcome back Cincinnati’s Office of Environment & Sustainability (OES) for All Else Pales 2. Director Oliver Kroner will present on Climate Action, focusing on energy, transportation, waste, and food systems, advancing the Green Cincinnati Plan’s sustainability, equity, and resilience strategies.
Office of Environment& Sustainability
cincinnati-oh.gov/oes/
Office of Environment& Sustainability
The City Cincinnati
The Ohio Valley Forestry Fellowship (OVFF), a volunteer nonprofit founded in 1979, will host a presentation about their efforts for More Trees. OVFF has planted 130,000 trees, distributed 370,000 seedlings, and transformed marginal land into thriving forests across southern Ohio.
The Ohio Valley Forestry Fellowship (OVFF)
ovfftrees.org
The Ohio Valley Forestry Fellowship (OVFF)
Cincinnati, Ohio
PEWS strengthens ties between science and the public by connecting the university, community partners, and wider audiences. PEWS will present a panel discussion moderator by Peter Crawley, an experienced Environmental Sustainability Consultant from Boston.
The Center for Public Engagement
with Science (PEWS)
ucengagingscience.org
The Center for Public Engagement
with Science (PEWS)
University Cincinnati
Studio Kroner welcomes the IRiS Alloy Series, coordinated by UC’s Institute for Research in Sensing, which explores emerging topics in sensing and perception. The upcoming event engages the Cincinnati community with diverse perspectives on sustainability and climate concerns.
The Institute for Research in Sensing (IRiS)
artsci.uc.edu/iris
The Institute for Research in Sensing (IRiS)
University Cincinnati
We are thrilled to present the following artists as a part of All Else Pales 2:
Curator and gallery owner Paul Kroner is a native Cincinnatian and a graduate of the University of Cincinnati's DAAP Graphic Design program. In addition to owning and operating Studio Kroner, Paul is an award winning multidisciplinary artist whose work spans sculpture, painting, animation and illustration.
Paul Kroner
Artist/Gallerist/Curator
Cincinnati, OH
Albertus Gorman’s deep
connection to nature shapes
his art, emphasizing humanity’s bond with the environment amid widespread ecological decline. Using materials from Falls of the Ohio State Park, he sparks dialogue about our complex relationship with the natural world.
Albertus Gorman
Artist/Educator
Louisville, KY
Elaine will read from her new eco-poetry, curate an anthology featuring local and national poets, and host a gallery poetry evening. She will also lead a Climate meditation and creative writing workshop and oversee anthology design and printing.
Elaine Olund
Eco Poet/Artist
Cincinnati, OH
Directed by Carol Brammer,
Kids Act Out! engages young performers in acting, improvisation, and performance. The program fosters creativity, confidence, teamwork, and self-expression, nurturing future artists while emphasizing the role of arts education in personal growth.
Kids Act Out!
Youth Theater Education
Cincinnati, OH
Stephen Hall's environmental series uses paintings to address ecological concerns, blending themes of popular culture and luxury to engage a broad audience while emphasizing humanity’s impact on the planet.
Stephen Hall
Artist/Activist
New York, NY
Mary Kroner is local playwright and performer. She wrote and performed her one-person show,
“X Marks The Spot," for our initial "All Else Pales" exhibition, and will perform a new play created for this show.
Mary Kroner
Playwright/Performer
Cincinnati, OH
Julia holds a BFA, an MFA from USC, and certifications in Sustainability and Permaculture. Her work explores migration, collective memory, and Modern Western constructs, drawing on her family’s legacy of craft, music, and storytelling.
Julia Orquera Bianco
Artist/Ecologist
Cincinnati, OH
John, a Professor of Art at Ohio University , creates eco-conscious paintings, drawings, and installations. An environmentalist, he collaborates on projects like producing paint from iron oxide extracted during polluted stream remediation, advancing sustainable practices.
John Sabraw
Artist/Professor at Ohio U.
Athens, OH
Devan Horton explores humanity’s corruption of nature through
her paintings. Themes of activism, collectiveness, and love for the natural world shape her work. Recently, she began experimenting with sustainable paints,
non-toxic pigments, and regenerative canvas materials.
Devan Horton
Co-Curator/Eco Artist
Bellevue, KY
As part of All Else Pales 2, we are proud to present a series of engaging talks that bring together artists, scientists, community leaders, and changemakers. These conversations explore the intersection of art, sustainability, and environmental justice—inviting audiences to reflect, question, and imagine new possibilities. Join us for thought-provoking dialogue and deeper insights into the ideas shaping this powerful exhibition.
Cincinnati’s Office of Environment & Sustainability: Sustainability in Action
May 10, 2025: We were honored to host Oliver Kroner, Sustainability Director for City of Cincinnati’s Office of Environment & Sustainability (OES), for a special presentation on the city's ambitious and forward-thinking environmental strategies.
In this wide-ranging talk, Oliver shares the latest iteration of the Green Cincinnati Plan (GCP)—a bold, community-driven roadmap that positions Cincinnati as a national leader in climate action. He outlines the city's goals to reduce carbon emissions by 50% by 2030 and achieve full carbon neutrality by 2050.
Artist Talk #2: Eco-Art & Environmental Expression:
May 3, 2025: As part of the ALL ELSE PALES: 2 exhibition, featured local eco-artists Devan Horton and Julia Bianco in a compelling conversation about the intersection of art, ecology, and activis. Through personal stories and visual explorations, both artists examined the fragile relationship between humans and the natural world, using their work to challenge environmental indifference and invite sustainable action. Moderated by Dr. Chandra Frank, Assistant Professor of Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at the University of Cincinnati, this discussion delved into themes of material choice, community engagement, and the emotional dimensions of ecological art.
The Art & Science of Confronting Climate Change
April 30, 2025: This panel discussion in partnership with the University of Cincinnati’s Center for Public Engagement with Science (PEWS) explores climate change and sustainability through art and science. This conversation brings together experts from across disciplines to examine how art, science, and public discourse intersect in the face of climate crisis. Panelists: • Dr. Abel Gustafson, Environmental Communication & Public Opinion; Kate Nicole Hoffman, Environmental Philosophy & Ethics; Dr. Amy Townsend-Small, Climate Science & Policy; Moderator: Peter Crawley,Senior Sustainability Strategist, Sustainability Roundtable, Inc.
Artist Talk #1: Creating in the Face of Climate Change:
April 26, 2025: This powerful conversation=brought together three visionary artists: John Sabraw, Stephen Hall, and Albertus Gorman. Each artist shared how their work responds to the climate crisis and invites us to reimagine our connection to the environment and sustainability. Moderated by Sue Spaid, environmental ethicist and Adjunct Professor at the University of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky University, the talk explored the intersection of art, ethics, and activism in the age of climate change.
Making Sense of the Anthropocene in Community
April 24, 2025: The 19th Alloy in our discussion series, "Making Sense of the Anthropocene in Community," was a powerful, participatory conversation hosted by UC’s Institute for Research in Sensing (IRiS). Moderated by co-curator Devan Horton (@hortondevan) and presented as part of our All Else Pales 2 exhibition, the event wove together ecological, spiritual, agricultural, political, and artistic perspectives to explore what it means to live, act, and grieve in this moment of planetary change.
Step inside All Else Pales 2, Studio Kroner's immersive exhibition exploring climate, sustainability, and environmental justice. This powerful show features work by a diverse group of artists, including: Julia Orquera Bianco, Devan Horton, John Sabraw, Albertus Gorman, and Stephen Hall.
Thanks to Our Sponsors
All Else Pales 2 is made possible by the generous support of the following:
Exhibition Events (details to come)
Thursday, April 17
Opening Reception
6:00-9:00 pm
Join us to celebrate the opening reception for this multi-dimensional exhibit about the environment.
Sponsored by The Brueggeman Center for Dialogue at Xavier University
Saturday, April 19
The Ohio Valley Forestry Fellowship (OVFF)
12:00-1:00 pm
The Ohio Valley Forestry Fellowship will make a presentation about their mission to increase the size and diversity of our forest canopy through planting trees and distributing seedlings. Potted seedlings giveaway.
Saturday, April 19
Artist Talk #1
1:00-2:00 pm
Featuring artists Stephen Hall, John Sabrow, and Albertus Gorman. Moderated by Sue Spaid,, Adjunct Professor at UC and NKU, teaching environmental ethics.
Sponsored by Sustainergy, a worker-owned solar company.
Thursday, April 24
Making Sense of the Anthropocene in Community
7:00-9:00 pm
Making Sense of the Anthropocene in Community – Studio Kroner and UC’s IRiS present an Alloy Series Discussion as part of All Else Pales 2. Join a participatory conversation weaving art, science, and community to explore our changing world. Free and open to all.
Wednesday, April 30
The Art & Science of Confronting Climate Change
6:00-7:00 pm
PEWS connects science and the public through partnerships, initiatives, and research. Moderated by Peter Crawley, Senior Sustainability Strategist, Sustainability Roundtable.
Saturday, May 3
Artist Talk #2
1:00-2:00 pm
Featuring local eco-artists Devan Horton and Julia O. Bianco
sponsored by the
Sara M. & Michelle Vance Waddell
Foundation.
Saturday, May 3
Kids Act Out!
6:00 - 7:00 pm
Performances by Kids Act Out!, Youth Theater Education of Cincinnati, bringing theatre to schools to foster creativity, social-emotional growth, and academic progress through arts-based learning and real-life connections.
Sunday, May 4
Kids Act Out!
1:00-2:00 pm
Performances by Kids Act Out!, Youth Theater Education of Cincinnati, bringing theatre to schools to foster creativity, social-emotional growth, and academic progress through arts-based learning and real-life connections.
Saturday, May 10
Climate Meditation and Creative Writing Workshop
10:00-12:00 pm
Join Elaine Olund to explore meditative and creative tools for resilience. No experience needed. Bring an open heart, pen, and journal (extras available). A grounding, non-judgmental practice.
Space is limited to 20 people. Please register in advance to secure your spot.
Saturday, May 10
The Office of Environment & Sustainability at City of Cincinnati: Sustainability in Action
1:00-2:00 pm
Presentation with The Office of Environment & Sustainability at City of Cincinnati on The Green Cincinnati Plan, making the city a leader in sustainability. Sponsored by Shomrei Olam, Jewish Environmental Advocates of Cincinnati.
Wednesday, May 14
An Evening of Poetry
6:00-8:00 pm
Poetry readings on the environment. Anthology available for purchase.
Sponsored by Just Earth Cincinnati, empowering residents to foster justice, harmony, and reciprocity with the Earth, people, and ecosystems.
Saturday, May 17
"A Living Earth" Pageant
6:00-7:00 pm
Playwright Mary Kroner and citizen artists present a unique, fun, and thought-provoking theatrical pageant celebrating Earth's life-sustaining systems with music, movement, humor, and insights in a one-of-a-kind performance.
Sunday, May 18
"A Living Earth" Pageant
1:00-2:00 pm
Playwright Mary Kroner and citizen artists present a unique, fun, and thought-provoking theatrical pageant celebrating Earth's life-sustaining systems with music, movement, humor, and insights in a one-of-a-kind performance.
Saturday, May 24
Closing Reception
1:00-4:00 pm
Join us as we bring this multi-disciplinary exhibition to a close.
Presenting Organizations for All Else Pales 2:
Office of Environment & Sustainability
Cincinnati, OH
Studio Kroner is pleased to welcome back the Office of Environment & Sustainability (OES) for the City of Cincinnati as a presenter for All Else Pales 2. The mission of the OES is to enhance the environmental health of the city by promoting sustainable practices and policies. Director Oliver Kroner's presentation on Climate Action in Cincinnati was one of the highlights of our inaugural All Else Pales in 2022. In his role, Oliver focuses on climate science and urban policy, including energy, transportation, waste, and food systems. He leads the collaboration of government and community partners to advance and track the sustainability, equity, and resilience strategies of the Green Cincinnati Plan.
The Center for Public Engagement with Science (PEWS)
Cincinnait, OH
PEWS aims to enhance the relationship between science and the public by fostering meaningful connections between the university, community partners, and the public. PEWS will prenta panel discussion to be moderated by Peter Crawley, a seasoned Environmental Sustainability Consultant, Advocate and Educator from Cambridge, MA.
Institute for Research in Sensing at the University of Cincinnati
Cincinnait, OH
Studio Kroner welcomes The “IRiS Alloy Series” coordinated by the Institute for Research in
Sensing (IRiS) at the University of Cincinnati, brings diverse perspectives to emerging topics
in sensing and perception, engaging the Cincinnati community. This upcoming Alloy event will focus on sustainability and climate concerns.
The Ohio Valley Forestry Fellowship
Cincinnait, OH
The Ohio Valley Forestry Fellowship (OVFF), a volunteer nonprofit founded in 1979, will host a presentation about their efforts for More Trees. OVFF has planted 130,000 trees, distributed 370,000 seedlings, and transformed marginal land into thriving forests across southern Ohio. Plus, they will be giving away a limited number of potted seedlings.
All Else Pales: 2 is a multi-disciplinary art exhibition curated to inspire reflection and motivate action toward environmental stewardship.
This exhibition will showcase five artists whose thought-provoking installations delve into themes of nature, ecology, and climate change. All Else Pales: 2 will also feature poets, performers, and environmental scientists participating in panel discussions designed to engage attendees both emotionally and intellectually.
Our goals for this exhibition are:
PROMOTE Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration
INSPIRE Future Advocacy and Engagement
FOSTER Environmental Awareness and Action
CONNECT The community through FREE Events.
“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
We are thrilled to present the following artists as a part of All Else Pales 2:
Julia Orquera Bianco
Interdisciplinary Artist and Ecologist, Cincinnati, OH
Julia Orquera Bianco was born in Argentina and lived in Mexico before moving to the United States. She earned a BFA in Argentina, an MFA from USC, and a Certificate in Sustainability from UCLA, and a Permaculture Design Certificate at the Cincinnati Permaculture Institute. Her work interrogates constructs from Modern Western Culture, collective memory, and the experience of migration. Using her family legacy of labor, craft, music, and storytelling, Bianco builds knowledge and understanding of self, others, and place. Her work has been showcased internationally.
Albertus Gorman
Artist/Educator Louisville, KY
Albertus Gorman’s profound affinity for the natural world serves as a cornerstone, profoundly influencing his artistic expressions. In an era characterized by rampant environmental degradation, he endeavors to underscore humanity’s intrinsic connection to the physical environment. Through the utilization of material culture sourced from Falls of the Ohio State Park, he initiates dialogues concerning humanity’s intricate relationship with nature.
Stephen Hall
Professional Artist and Activist, New York, NY
Stephen Hall's environmental series, showcasing paintings on the environment, aims to engage a wider audience with his environmental concerns by centering on popular culture and luxury items,
while highlighting humanity’s impact on our planet.
Devan Horton
Eco Artist And Activist, Bellevue, KY
Devan Horton is a Northern Kentucky artist who creates paintings that call attention to the ways in which humans have corrupted nature. Activism, collectiveness, and a love of the natural world have remained themes in Devan’s work since college. Recently, she has launched a series of experiments with sustainable, non-toxic paints, pigments, and regenerative canvas materials
John Sabraw
Professor Of Art, Ohio University, Artist And Activist, Atehns, OH
Sabraw is a Professor of Art at Ohio University where he chairs the Painting + Drawing program, and Board Advisor at Scribble Art Workshop in New York. An activist and environmentalist, Sabraw’s paintings, drawings and collaborative installations are produced in an eco conscious manner, and he continually works toward a fully sustainable practice. One of his current collaborations involves creating paint and paintings from iron oxide extracted in the process of remediating polluted streams.
Kids Act Out!
Youth Theater Education, Cincinnati, OH
Kids Act Out!, directed by Carol Brammer at the Liberty Theatre in Cincinnati, is an arts education program that engages young performers in theatre. It focuses on developing skills in acting, improvisation, and performance techniques, fostering creativity and confidence in participants. Under Brammer's guidance, children enhance their artistic abilities while learning teamwork and self-expression in a supportive environment. Kids Act Out! is a vital platform for nurturing the next generation of artists in Cincinnati, highlighting the importance of arts education in personal growth.
Elaine Olund
Eco-Poet and artist, Cincinnati, OH
Poet Elaine Olund will read from her new book of eco poems, along with curating an anthology of poems from local, regional, and national poets. She will host an evening of poetry in the gallery featuring participating poets, and will oversee the design and printing of an anthology of poems for the show. She will also host a Climate meditation and creative writing workshop in the gallery.
Mary Kroner
Playwright and Performer, Cincinnati, OH
Mary Kroner is local playwright in performer. She wrote and performed her one-person show, “X Marks The Spot," for our initial "All Else Pales" exhibition, and will perform a new play created for this show.
