John Rivas (b. 1997) @johnrivasstudio is a figurative painter whose narrative is guided by the stories of his ancestors and loved ones. As a first generation American raised in Newark, New Jersey, Rivas’ artwork is enriched with tales of family members, many of whom he’s met remotely or through photographs. He is concerned with the concepts of legacy, preserving the narratives of lost loved ones, and documenting his upbringing. Rivas’ paintings occupy space like sculpture, juxtaposing unexpected objects, many of which are sourced from his childhood, against one another. Rivas received his MFA in Fine Arts from Columbia University and BFA in Fine Arts, School of Visual Arts. Rivas lives and works in Newark, New Jersey Currently on view at SIAB, presented by Anthony Gallery in partnership with Rebuild Foundation. Stony Island Arts Bank 6760 S. Stony Island Ave Chicago, IL 60649 Sept. 22nd - Oct. 23rd Thur - Sun / 12P - 6P