Two Lights, One City
​​Presented by Stanek Gallery and Gross McCleaf Gallery
On View: December 5–31, 2025
Location: Gross McCleaf Gallery, Manayunk
123 Leverington Ave, Philadelphia, PA
Artist Reception: Saturday, December 13, 1–4 PM​
This December, two galleries with deep and enduring ties to Philadelphia’s vibrant arts community unite for Two Lights, One City, a collaborative exhibition celebrating creativity, connection, and the resilient spirit of art in Philadelphia.
Bringing together a curated selection from each gallery’s roster of exceptional artists, Two Lights, One City showcases a luminous spectrum of mediums, voices, and visions. Together, the artists of Stanek Gallery and Gross McCleaf Gallery illuminate the city’s cultural landscape, honoring both tradition and innovation while lighting the way forward this holiday season.
Step into the glow and experience the shared brilliance of Two Lights, One City.
Above (left): Nicole Parker, Dinner Is Still Warm, 2024, oil on linen-wrapped panel, 36 x 24 in.; (right): Valerio D'Ospina, Snyder and 10th (detail), 2024, oil on panel, 24 x 24 in.
A Collaboration of Vision
For decades, Gross McCleaf Gallery and Stanek Gallery have served as guiding lights in Philadelphia’s art world, supporting artists, inspiring collectors, and strengthening community through the transformative power of art. In a moment of rapid change across the broader art landscape, this partnership represents optimism and creative resolve, affirming that art, collaboration, and community not only persist but thrive.
Led by artists Rebecca Segall of Gross McCleaf Gallery and Katherine Stanek of Stanek Gallery, both institutions share a belief that the mission of a gallery extends far beyond the sale of artwork. Their purpose is to champion artists, cultivate meaningful connections, and nurture Philadelphia’s creative ecosystem with integrity and heart.
“Collaborative programming has been the cornerstone of our growth and longevity,” says Katherine Stanek, Owner and Director of Stanek Gallery. “After ten years of success with that model, I am thrilled to discover a kindred spirit in Rebecca Segall of Gross McCleaf Gallery and to launch this groundbreaking partnership exhibition.”
About the Galleries
Gross McCleaf Gallery
A cornerstone of Philadelphia’s representational and contemporary art scene for more than half a century, Gross McCleaf Gallery continues its legacy of accessibility, mentorship, and community engagement from its new home in Manayunk. “Gross McCleaf represents not only continuity but also a living bridge between Philadelphia’s artistic heritage and its future,” says Rebecca Segall, Owner of Gross McCleaf Gallery.
Stanek Gallery
Now celebrating its tenth year and its recent expansion to Miami, Stanek Gallery continues to elevate contemporary art through bold curatorial vision and dynamic dialogue between artists and audiences. The gallery remains committed to fostering meaningful exchange and championing exceptional artistic voices on both local and international stages.
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