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Week in art: 0417

The Boulder area is hosting a diverse array of art exhibitions and events across various local institutions and galleries. Highlights include Rodney Carswell’s lithographs at 15th Street Gallery, Jorge Vinent’s eco-conscious works at Ana’s Art Gallery, and the group exhibition "Yes &…" at the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art. Other notable shows include a historical examination of racism at the Lafayette Swimming Pool and a student showcase from the Boulder Valley School District at the Canyon Gallery.

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Boulder County’s latest art exhibits

The Boulder County arts community is hosting a diverse array of exhibitions across its galleries and museums this spring. Key highlights include Jorge Vinent’s environmentally focused works at Ana’s Art Gallery, the group exhibition "Yes &…" at the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art, and a historical exploration of segregation at the Collective Community Arts Center. The region is also showcasing student work from the Boulder Valley School District and various solo presentations by local artists like Rodney Carswell and Jessica Rohrer.

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Longmont Museum expansion to bring bigger galleries and experiences for all ages

The Longmont Museum in Colorado has successfully raised $10.2 million for a 7,000-square-foot expansion, surpassing its original funding goal. The project, largely funded by a $6 million gift from the Stewart Family Foundation, will introduce a dedicated children's gallery, a permanent history gallery, and a larger 4,000-square-foot space for major art exhibitions. Construction is set to begin in July 2025, with the first major art show, a photographic portrait of Frida Kahlo, scheduled for October 2026.

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Top 6 arts events this week in the Sarasota area, April 19-25

The Sarasota area is set to host a diverse array of cultural programming from April 19-25, highlighted by two major exhibition openings at the Sarasota Art Museum. These include a solo presentation and a group show featuring prominent figures in modern art, alongside a series of high-profile musical performances by the Sarasota Orchestra, ensembleNewSRQ, and the Venice Symphony.

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From Bell Centre to museum: Canadiens team photo hanging at local exhibition

The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (MMFA) has officially installed a framed team photograph of the Montreal Canadiens celebrating Cole Caufield’s 50th goal of the season. The move originated from a viral social media post by the team’s content creators, who used the popular idiom "Hang it in the Louvre" to caption the dressing room image, prompting the museum to turn the digital sentiment into a physical display.

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Art Beat Review: Artists explore flight, community and materials in Lynnwood art exhibition

The Lynnwood Event Center recently hosted a "Meet the Artists" reception for its juried exhibition, "Flight Patterns: The Art & Motion of Winged Life." Curated by Mary Adams and Julie Carlos, the show features over 45 works by 27 regional artists from the Pacific Northwest, ranging from traditional paintings and photography to innovative metal etchings and fiber arts. Highlights include Graham Schodda’s holographic bird imagery ground into stainless steel and Alexandra Nason’s participatory installation, "The True Butterfly Effect," which invited guests to decorate aluminum butterflies to contribute to a growing communal wall piece.

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Group Exhibition ‘Here’s To Painting’ To Be Celebrated With Opening Reception Saturday Afternoon

The Newtown Municipal Center Art Gallery is hosting "Here’s To Painting," a group exhibition featuring original works by 12 local artists. Curated by the Newtown Cultural Arts Commission, the show highlights the creative output of a long-standing collective under the mentorship of retired art educator Claudia Mitchell. The collection primarily consists of watercolors and pastels, depicting local Newtown landmarks, international streetscapes, and still lifes.

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Tillies art gallery opens in Provincetown May 1

Tillies Art & Provisions is set to open on May 1 at 512 Commercial Street in Provincetown’s East End. Located in a historic 19th-century grocery store building, the new gallery and community space will debut with a group exhibition curated by Barbara Cohen featuring 17 established local artists. The venue plans to host a diverse seasonal program including art exhibitions, readings, and musical performances.

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ArtFields festival returns to Lake City April 10 to May 2, featuring Southeast artists

Lake City, South Carolina, is set to host the annual ArtFields festival from April 10 to May 2, 2026. The event transforms the town into a massive gallery, displaying hundreds of works by Southeastern artists across local boutiques, restaurants, and historic warehouses. This year's competition features over $100,000 in prize money, with winners determined by both a professional jury and a popular vote.

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Lakeland’s first-ever Fuego Festival ignites downtown with Latin culture celebration

The city of Lakeland, Florida, launched its inaugural Fuego Festival, a downtown celebration dedicated to Latin culture, heritage, and the arts. Organized in part by Tony Agnello of Notta Gallery, the event features live music, local vendors, a Cuban cigar lounge, and live painting demonstrations by artists such as William Araujo.

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Berthoud’s fine art gallery displays community creativity

Homestead Fine Art Gallery in downtown Berthoud has established itself as a vital community hub, currently representing 23 local artists from Northern Colorado. The gallery recently hosted its third annual student art show, featuring works from Berthoud High School students and concluding with a public awards reception. Managed by volunteer Executive Director Jim Fronapfel, the space operates on a cooperative model where artists juried into the gallery rent space and contribute volunteer hours to maintain operations.

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Jordan Creek renewal project isolates downtown Springfield gallery

The Renew Jordan Creek revitalization project in downtown Springfield has severely impacted Fresh Gallery, an award-winning local art space. Extensive road closures on Boonville Avenue and ongoing construction noise have cut off the gallery from its usual pedestrian and tourist traffic, leading to a drastic decline in sales and foot traffic. To combat these challenges, the gallery has launched a GoFundMe campaign and is attempting to reinvent its business model to survive until construction concludes in mid-2024.

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An Evening in Paris: The Birmingham Museum of Art’s 69th Annual Museum Ball

The Birmingham Museum of Art hosted its 69th annual Museum Ball, themed "An Evening in Paris," to celebrate the institution's enduring presence in the Alabama cultural landscape. The black-tie gala featured French-inspired decor, fine dining, and live entertainment, drawing a significant crowd of local patrons and civic leaders.

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Sullivan Area Arts Guild celebrates a big milestone

The Sullivan Area Art Guild is celebrating its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of supporting local creativity in Sullivan, Indiana. Founded in April 1976, the organization maintains a gallery on the town square where it hosts monthly meetings and year-round community projects. To commemorate the milestone, the guild is currently featuring a themed exhibition titled "Past, Present and Future."

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HRH to host reception for launch of art exhibit

Harbor Regional Health is set to host a reception on May 7, 2026, to launch its Spring/Summer 2026 Healing Art Gallery Exhibit. Located at its Aberdeen facility, the event will showcase a diverse collection of works from local artists across Grays Harbor and the Pacific Northwest. The exhibition will be open to the public through the summer, with many of the featured artworks available for purchase.

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Creative Young Minds exhibit sparks imagination

The Carmen Durazo Cultural Arts Center, in partnership with the Calexico Recreation Department, has launched the "Creative Young Minds" exhibition. The showcase features diverse works including paintings, photography, ceramics, and mixed media from 51 student artists hailing from Calexico, El Centro, Imperial, Brawley, and Mexicali. The opening ceremony was attended by local dignitaries and the Mexican consul, highlighting the cross-border cultural participation of the region's youth.

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Dreamlike visions, Southwest scenes set for Newport Beach library exhibits

The Newport Beach City Arts Commission has selected artists Jim Doody and Elena Kealy for upcoming solo exhibitions at the Newport Beach Central Library. Kealy, a self-taught painter and former mechanical engineer, is recognized for her whimsical, dreamlike oil paintings featuring female figures and vibrant atmospheric light, including her award-winning work "Bliss." Doody specializes in emotive depictions of the American Southwest, capturing iconic Route 66 Americana, Spanish Missions, and desert landscapes through a style that emphasizes the play of light on architecture.

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The University Art Gallery at Sonoma State University presents 2026 BFA exhibition

Sonoma State University’s University Art Gallery is set to host the 2026 BFA Exhibition from April 23 through May 23. The showcase features the capstone projects of five graduating students—Ellie Bertling, Tess Hernandez, Maxine Grace Jones, Camila Nava Lopez, and Grace Peterson—spanning disciplines such as painting, printmaking, and photography.

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ARTISTIC EXPRESSION: Hancock County Arts has full lineup for 2026 - The Daily Reporter

Hancock County Arts has unveiled its comprehensive schedule for 2026, featuring a diverse array of monthly exhibitions and community events at the Twenty North Gallery in Greenfield. The upcoming season includes themed showcases such as the "Black & White" exhibit, the annual "Visions of Hancock County" photography show, and specialized displays focusing on local student work and regional heritage.

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