January 29, 2025

Works by Ben Jones at Arts Council

“THE INFINITE INTERWEAVE”: This acrylic, digital print by Ben Jones is part of “Exploring, Expanding the Connections,” on view through February 22 at the Arts Council of Princeton.

The art of Ben Jones, on view in “Exploring, Expanding the Connections” at the Arts Council of Princeton through February 22, is a spiritual journey that continues the struggle for identity, freedom, justice. and love for the salvation of the human family. Jones reveals his sense of responsibility to his ancestral legacy by continuing the work against oppression, exploitation, and hegemony through the symbolic power of his work.

He has battled much of his life for spaces where his culture can be honored and respected with equal validity amongst others. His struggle has been a journey documented not only in the array of his works, but in the actions he has taken as an activist and speaker on the political issues of our time… Each of Jones’ offerings reveals his prayer for greater understanding and love.

“Exploring, expanding the connections between nature, technology, spirituality, politics, health, and history has been a preoccupation of mine for many years,” said Jones. “When we study these things in a holistic way, then we can know the importance and value of each. Nature is not separate from technology and technology is not separate from nature. This is our future if we’re going to save the planet for ourselves and future generations. Let them work in harmony together for a better world and for humanity.”

The Arts Council of Princeton is at 102 Witherspoon Street. For more information, visit artscouncilofprinceton.org.