I Pray for You and Dream of Me Before is a photographic exhibition by Audrey Parsons, Kylie Zito, and Sierra R. Aguilar, examining and dissecting the nuances of grief. Across three separate experiences, they share nonlinear healing through the production of their work. With the guarantee of life, comes the guarantee of loss; whether that be of those we have loved, a version of ourselves, or a dream of different circumstances. Parsons, Zito, and Aguilar, take their individual experiences and find connectivity between themselves, young adulthood, and loss. These images explore the ache, solitude, and waves of feeling that coincide with their experiences through multiple photographic mediums allocating space for all versions of themselves: the before, the during, and the after. Girlhood, religion, and anger demand prominent space within the images creating an environment in which the only truth that can emerge is: to lose, is to love, and to love is to live.
July 19th - July 31st 2026
Opening Reception: Sunday, July 19th 5-8pm
Artist Talk: Thursday, July 23rd 6-8pm (Moderated by Mara Magyarosi-Laytner)
Artist Bios
Audrey Parsons has found passion in photography for nearly six years, allowing her to gain experience across multiple styles and fields. She has developed a deep appreciation for capturing authentic moments and creating images that feel natural and meaningful. In doing so she has exhibited with galleries such as Ninety-Seven Modern, and been awarded two Scholastic Honorable Mentions as well as the Scholastic Silver Key. Outside of photography, Parsons enjoys reading, writing, playing guitar, and spending quality time with the people she loves.
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Kylie Zito is a fine artist based in Detroit, Michigan, having graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography at the College for Creative Studies. Her work delves into themes of womanhood, human experience, and belonging, crafting powerful visual narratives. Kylie’s work challenges conventional perspectives, celebrating the complexity of identity and encouraging deep introspection and personal reflection. As her artistic voice evolves, she remains dedicated to creating evocative pieces that foster connection, empathy, and understanding.
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Sierra R. Aguilar (b. 2001) is a multidisciplinary artist emphasizing kinetic emotion across mediums. Living and working in Michigan, Aguilar received her BFA in Photography with a minor in Printmaking from the Savannah College of Art and Design in spring of 2023, and a MA in Modern and Contemporary Art History from Azusa Pacific University in 2025. Alongside a daily personal practice, curatorial projects, and editorial participation in the photographic platform Lenscratch, Aguilar is always striving to further her relationship with the current art world in order to create a more inclusive and approachable field.