Grigory Gurevich

Following an overwhelming success of ImagineFest and Art Expo 2024-2025 celebrating the artistic legacy of Grigory Gurevich at the Jersey City Theater Center, the Museum of International Art (MoRA) in Jersey City and at Cafe Leo in Leonia, it is our pleasure, together with Leonia Arts, to bring this wonderful artist to Leonia Public Library and share his works with our community.

Learning about Grigory Gurevich’s artistic vision, one finds a horizon rich in hue, texture, media and mood. In multiplicity of style and a variety of inventiveness, Grigory Gurevich’s oeuvre epitomizes twentieth-century art as a whole. Mr. Gurevich’s range includes watercolor, acrylic, oil, sculpture, pencil drawing, mobiles, ceramics, handmade books, pantomime masks, photography, graphic arts, jewelry, interior design, furniture design, 3D Art, book illustration and design and the creation of patented inventions, one of which is a Magic Book that will be showcased on December 11, 2025 at 5:30 pm downstairs at the library.

Grigory Gurevich has been a recipient of more than twenty awards for his outstanding artistic contributions over the years. Grigory is also a famous mime who studied under and worked with Marcel Marceau. Originally from St. Petersburg Russia, and now a long-time resident of Jersey City, Gurevich has spent more than seven decades creating art that spans continents and mediums. His acclaimed works, including The Commuters at Newark Penn Station and his innovative artist’s books, are treasured in collections worldwide.

The art expo at the Leonia Public Library and a performance on the evening of Dec 11, offers a rare chance to experience the breadth of Gurevich’s creativity while supporting a meaningful cause. All artwork hanging on the walls of the Library Main Hall is for sale!!! Proceeds will benefit the artist, making the evening not only a celebration of art but also of community and giving. On December 11th Grigory Gurevich will also present a pantomime show in his character masks that he created himself.

Holiday live music will be provided by Leonia's own musicians/ singer duo- Larissa and Victoria Grabois.

The art expo and show are curated by Irina Perelman- Grabois.

📍 Drop by to see their work up close and personal — no tickets needed!
While you're here, browse the shelves, catch a program, or just enjoy the air conditioning and good vibes. You never know what gem you'll uncover at the Library!