This exhibit aims to celebrate this celestial event with the use of shadow and light in either the artistic representation with 2D media, the use of light through the media, or multimedia pieces that use light as a component in the artwork. Artist Reception: Saturday, April 6, 2024 5:30-7pmCash Bar provided by SaucedAwards Announced at 6:15 pmExhibit Dates: March 20 – April 12, 2024Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday 10am – 4pm
Artist Reception: Saturday, April 6, 2024 5:30-7pmCash BarAwards Announced at 6:15 pmExhibit Dates: March 20 – April 12, 2024Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday 10am – 4pm Concept: The Arts Council is hosting a shadow and light themed art exhibit to commemorate the Solar Eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024. With so many visitors in the area the weekend before the eclipse, it is a great time to show off our local and regional artists!
Celebrate and view the entries for the annual Congressional Art Competition. About the Congressional Art Competition Each spring, a nation-wide high school arts competition is sponsored by the Members of the U.S. House of Representatives. The Artistic Discovery Contest is an opportunity to recognize and encourage the artistic talent in the nation, as well as in our congressional district. The Congressional Art Competition began in 1982 to provide an opportunity for members of Congress to encourage and recognize the artistic talents of their young constituents. Since then, over 650,000 high school students have been involved with the nationwide competition. The
Gallery Director Andrea Adams of the Arts Council will facilitate a conversation with two local artists and Arts Council members, Aaron Soulberry and Kyle Darnell.
Young at Art, the Arts Council’s annual youth art exhibit, gives local young artists in grades K-8 the opportunity to display artwork in a professional gallery setting. There is no cost to view the exhibit. The gallery is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. There is public reception from noon to 1:30pm on Saturday, April 27th. Thank you to Banterra Bank and Alex Rang Dentistry for sponsoring this exhibit. Their support underwrites our essential community initiatives through investment, advocacy, and leadership.
The rapid rise of Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) recently has, and will continue to have a profound impact on the art community. At this event, experienced intellectual property attorney Rick Martin will discuss the intersection of AI and artistic creation and its impact on artists. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion that promises to enhance your understanding and approach to art in the age of AI. This event is FREE for Arts Council members and $15 for non-members. NON-MEMBERS, click here to register and pay. MEMBERS ONLY: Complete the below information to register.
Children ages 1 – 5 and their caregivers are invited to the Arts Council for a morning of learning through art and creative play. The program is free, open to the public, and runs from 10 am to noon. This session’s theme explores learning through the natural world! BONUS: Susan Angslinger will be reading her new children's book, The Adventures of Hunter Nicholas!
Young at Art, the Arts Council’s annual youth art exhibit, gives local young artists in grades K-8 the opportunity to display artwork in a professional gallery setting. There is public reception from noon to 1:30pm on Saturday, April 27th. There is no cost to view the exhibit. The gallery is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Thank you to Banterra Bank and Alex Rang Dentistry for sponsoring this exhibit. Their support underwrites our essential community initiatives through investment, advocacy, and leadership.
Join us for a lively evening at Pop-up Pub On the Roof, hosted in collaboration with our future neighbors on Main Street, Patsy Hartigan's Pub. This special event is a fundraiser benefiting the Arts Council's enriching programming.