The Kirkland Arts Center Gallery premiered its new exhibition for the summer on the evening of July 21.

“Contemplari,” created by artists Amanda Salov and Kristin Schimik, uses ceramic sculpture and installation art to explore the links between different moments in time. The exhibit’s name comes from the word “contemplation,” and is meant to encourage people to slow down, pay attention and observe.

“Through gently and repeatedly constructing elements for an artwork, a clear and empty space can arise, providing a heightened awareness of the beauty of materials and relationships between them,” states the gallery’s description of the show. “Embracing contemplation and deep listening, the artists in Contemplari work slowly and deliberately to create a range of sculptural forms.”

The gallery is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday through Friday and from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday. The exhibit runs through Sept. 23.

The Kirkland Arts Center is located at 620 Market Street in Kirkland. For more information, call (425) 822-7161 or visit www.kirkland artscenter.org.