Curatorial

Tectonic Space 2017-2018

In 2017, Libby Formant and Benjamin Jancewicz cofounded and opened Tectonic Space Art Gallery in Baltimore, MD. Through Tectonic Space, Formant curated and co-curated over a dozen art shows, including pop up exhibitions with partnering institutions. Many 2019 shows were co curated and assisted by Ky Vassor. Additionally, in the year and a half of operation, the gallery hosted over fifty independent and partnered events.

Tasks: Display, Marketing, Content Development, Document Drafting, Artist Sourcing, Art Handling, Installation, Event Coordination, Customer Service, Sales, Ordering, Inventory

Artists pictured: HKS181, Jabari Weathers, Brian Robinson, Mike O’Brien, Chris Scott, Juliannah Francina, Briana Arrington- Dengoue, SUNMI, Matt Leuing, Taylor McManus, Devon Carey, Lainface, Jasmin Manning, McKinzie Lefstein, Stephanie Smith, Art of Val, Mitchell Noah, Esteterrestre, Chinen Aimi Bouillon, Lindsay Petrick, Emily Waters, Ryan Hahn, Kyle Yearwood, Ian Moore, Alix Branwyn, Kristina Carroll, and Ejiwa Ebenebe.

Carroll Museums 2013-2015

While working with Carroll Museums, the Baltimore museum collection consisting of the Carroll Mansion and the Phoenix Shot Tower, Libby Formant curated art exhibitions and events connecting with the Mansion’s history.

Tasks: Display, Marketing, Content Development, Artist Sourcing, Art Handling

Artists Pictured: Sanzi Kermes, Gary Cuddington, Chris Fortney, Rachelle Terry.

University of Maryland School of Pharmacy 2012-2013

In 2012, the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy hired Libby Formant to curate a historical exhibition of their collection. Formant performed extensive researched and worked closely with designers, maintenance, chemists, and environmental safety to construct an exhibition showcasing the institutions many historical items.

Tasks: Inventory, Content Development, Research, Ordering, Donations, Coordination, Design and Display