By Gina Marie Rodriguez & Dave Tavani, JerseyArts.com
originally published: 07/09/2026
Art House Productions is at the center of a large-scale public art installation. You may want to flag this story and save it to your calendar.
"In The Wind" is a large-scale public art installation transforming Lincoln Park in Jersey City with artist-designed flags featuring original work by Hudson County artists. Presented in celebration of Art Houses' 25th anniversary, the exhibition highlights the depth and diversity of Hudson County’s creative community.
This project is supported by funding through the New Jersey Economic Development Authority's A.R.T. – Phase II Grant Program, the Hudson County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, and the Hudson County Parks Department.
Jersey Arts is in the park today to speak with the artists and the creative team behind this banner of an installation. The exhibit is on display until November 1, 2026. For more on the exhibit, click here.
About the author: Gina Marie Rodriguez is an award-winning screenwriter, director, and actress. Her foray into filmmaking began at a young age as a way to avoid public speaking in school. From there, it grew into a love of telling stories and creating new worlds. Gina Marie boasts a Bronze Remi win from Worldfest Houston, Best Female Filmmaker from the Cosmic Film Festival, and a Best Actress in a Comedy from the Hang Onto Your Shorts Film Festival alongside nominations from the Golden Door International Film Festival, Official Latino Film and Arts Festival and Los Angeles Cinefest among others.
Dave Tavani is a freelance videographer and still photographer based in the Philadelphia area. In recent years, Dave has worked on a variety of projects, mostly for nonprofit and arts organizations. In addition to JerseyArts.com, he works on video projects for McCarter Theatre Center, The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage, Visit Philadelphia, Bristol Riverside Theatre, Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture, The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, and ArtPride New Jersey.
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