Erlin Geffrard

Erlin Geffrard’s work has been showcased nationally and internationally, reflecting a dynamic and interdisciplinary approach to contemporary art. His solo exhibitions include New Image Gallery in Los Angeles, CA (2026), Soho Gallery, Mérida, Yucatán, MX (2024), and The Armory Show Booth F19 in New York, NY (2020). Group exhibitions include What Makes That Black? at Vox Populi, Philadelphia, PA (2019), Gentri-fried at The Luggage Store, San Francisco, CA (2016), and Imaginary Landscapes, curated by Allison Glenn, at the Chicago Urban Art Society (2013). His work has also been featured in notable international fairs and spaces such as Art Basel Miami, ICA Philadelphia, Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art, and the Allentown Museum.

Geffrard is the recipient of multiple awards and residencies, including SOHO Gallery Mérida, Mexico (2024), Bed Stuy Residency, New York, NY (2021), American Academy of Rome Fellowship Residency, Rome, Italy (2017), and Luggage Store Art Gallery 509 Annex Residency, San Francisco, CA (2015).

As an Assistant Professor at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts since 2019 (PAFA), Geffrard has played a key role in shaping the curriculum, particularly through his innovative course From Meme to Masterpiece, which integrates internet culture with traditional studio practices. His teaching positions have included adjunct faculty roles at the University of Pennsylvania, Rutgers University, and Lincoln University, among others.

Geffrard’s practice combines painting, mixed media, video art, and performance to explore themes of resilience, community, and identity. Drawing inspiration from his Haitian-Creole heritage and his experiences in Philadelphia and San Francisco, his work engages deeply with cultural memory and contemporary social issues. His art bridges personal narrative and public commentary, often examining the intersections of race, place, and belonging.

Geffrard has served on the boards of several influential arts organizations, including Persession Gallery (2024) and Skate Philadelphia (2018), advocating for underrepresented voices and advancing the role of contemporary art in diverse communities.

Education:
MFA, University of Pennsylvania, Studio Arts (2018)
BFA, San Francisco Art Institute, Painting and Drawing (2013)

Contact:
Tel: +001.561.568.7731
Email: erlingeffrard@gmail.com