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Bridgeport Gallery Hosts Emerging Artists, Brings in ‘Big Deal’ Curator for October Show

Artist Linda Colletta has transformed her studio practice within Bridgeport’s historic American Fabric Arts building, a former lace factory, by blending painting with labor-intensive weaving. Drawing inspiration from the site’s industrial history and the teachings of Bauhaus artist Anni Albers, Colletta repurposes drop cloths and tears apart her own canvases to weave them back together. Her recent work explores the materiality of paint and the concept of "Thought Forms," a visual language for emotions influenced by early 20th-century Theosophy.

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article local schedule Apr 10, 2026 visibility 7 link 5 artists, 1 gallery

Newport Art Museum hosts artist panel tied to ‘Springboard’ exhibition April 16

The Newport Art Museum is set to host "Voices of Springboard" on April 16, a moderated panel discussion featuring four artists from its current members' juried exhibition. Led by juror and art consultant Julie Keyes, the event features artists Karin Gielen, Tas Mahr, Saberah S. Malik, and Janice Smyth. The discussion will explore the transition from emerging to professional status, the impact of branding on artistic careers, and how contemporary practices engage with historical museum collections.

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article local schedule Apr 16, 2026 visibility 6 link 10 artists

Diverse Materials and Perspectives in Upstairs Artspace’s Two Spring Shows

Upstairs Artspace in Tryon is launching two concurrent exhibitions, "Fight or Flight" and "Birds of a Feather," opening April 19. The solo show by Asheville-based artist Erika Diamond features textile sculptures crafted from bulletproof Kevlar and mirrored vinyl, exploring themes of queer safety, resilience, and survival. The accompanying group show, curated by Diamond, brings together eight artists whose works in photography, glass, and painting examine identity and the human body's relationship to the natural world.

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article local schedule Apr 8, 2026 visibility 6 link 2 artists

Thompsons to exhibit together at Stover Mill Gallery

Artists Emily and George Thompson are set to debut a joint exhibition titled “Double Feature: A Two-Person Show” at the historic Stover Mill Gallery in Erwinna, Pennsylvania. The exhibition juxtaposes Emily’s contemporary urban landscapes and architectural forms with George’s traditional landscape paintings, showcasing the creative dialogue between the couple who share a studio.

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article local schedule Apr 16, 2026 visibility 6 link 3 artists, 1 gallery

New hospital gallery brings art and wellbeing together

Guernsey Museums and the Health and Social Care Arts and Health Programme have launched the Corridor Gallery at the Princess Elizabeth Hospital. This new initiative converts a hospital corridor into a rotating exhibition space featuring high-quality reproductions from the museum's permanent collection. The inaugural exhibition, "Blue Spaces," focuses on the therapeutic relationship between aquatic environments and mental wellbeing, showcasing blue-toned landscapes ranging from abstract to impressionistic styles.

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article local schedule Apr 7, 2026 visibility 4 link 4 artists, 1 gallery

Monkton Arts in Ryde hosts Island artist showcase exhibition until May

Sixteen artists from the Isle of Wight have gathered at Monkton Arts in Ryde for a comprehensive group exhibition showcasing the region's creative breadth. Running through May 2, 2026, the showcase features a multidisciplinary collection including painting, sculpture, and jewelry from local figures such as Rachael Berry, Martin Swan, and Margarette Moore.

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article local schedule Apr 16, 2026 visibility 5 link 6 artists

‘All about the history’: Marshall’s Michelson Museum of Art opens newest exhibit to public

The Michelson Museum of Art in Marshall, Texas, has launched "Postcards from Home," a new exhibition featuring the works of Max Cole and Don Brown. The show highlights the regional history of East Texas through Cole’s illustrations of historic landmarks and Brown’s plein air paintings of local landscapes like Caddo Lake. The exhibition was organized through a collaboration with the Harrison County Historical Museum and Centenary College, bringing together works that were previously held in private and bank collections.

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article local schedule Apr 8, 2026 visibility 6 link 2 artists

“Do it together”: Fine Arts seniors pair to explore presence, reflection in senior show

Emporia State University seniors Sydney Hickman and Michael Kidwell debuted their collaborative Bachelor of Fine Arts senior exhibition, "All That Remains," at the Eppink Art Gallery. The show features a dialogue between Hickman’s quilt-inspired ceramics and mosaics, which explore domesticity and femininity, and Kidwell’s nature-oriented paintings and wood displays that reflect on his Kansas upbringing and identity.

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article local schedule Apr 7, 2026 visibility 4 link 4 artists

‘Together with Art’ exhibit at Town Hall highlightsAsian American and Pacific Islander cultures

Tiburon Town Hall is hosting "Together with Art," a group exhibition celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) cultures. Running through June 30, the showcase features five Bay Area artists, including Santa Rosa photographer Glenna Yee, whose work focuses on themes of serendipity and juxtaposition. The exhibition is timed to coincide with the town’s third annual AAPI Heritage Festival in May.

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article local schedule Apr 16, 2026 visibility 4 link 3 artists

Evanston Art Center’s ‘Stronger Together’ exhibit highlights teen artists

The Evanston Art Center is hosting its annual teen exhibition, titled "Stronger Together," running through April 22. Organized by the center’s teen board, the showcase features works that explore themes of peace, unity, and community resilience. This year’s display includes watercolor and digital pieces, specifically highlighting works by local students like Frances Wade, who contributed pieces reflecting on personal and communal connections.

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article local schedule Apr 15, 2026 visibility 4

College Night at the Getty collages together creativity, music, art

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On the Town: Vacaville gallery ready to set the table; "Beyond Time' at MI Art Studios

The Vacaville Art Gallery is preparing to host its annual "Set the Table" event, a fundraiser and exhibition where artists create and display unique table settings. The event serves as a key financial driver for the non-profit gallery, supporting its year-round operations and community programming. Meanwhile, MI Art Studios in Fairfield is opening a new exhibition titled "Beyond Time," featuring works by local artists that explore themes of temporality and memory.

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article local schedule Apr 19, 2026 visibility 1

“Butcher, Hymes, & Murtha,” April 29 through June 29

The Quad City Arts International Airport Gallery is hosting a three-person exhibition featuring the work of Aaron Butcher, MaryKay Hymes, and Diane Murtha from April 29 through June 29. The showcase brings together Butcher’s whimsical illustrations on shaped wood with diverse fiber art pieces created by Hymes and Murtha, highlighting a range of techniques from collage to intricate quilting.

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article local schedule Apr 18, 2026 visibility 3 link 1 artist, 1 gallery

Young artists showcased at Head Start Art Show in Leominster

The Leominster Public Library recently hosted the annual Head Start Art Show, an event showcasing creative works by preschool-aged children from the local MOC Child Care and Head Start Center. The exhibition featured a variety of media, including three-dimensional canvas pieces made with twigs and glitter, and brought together students, families, and community leaders to celebrate early childhood creativity.

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article local schedule Mar 10, 2026 visibility 1 link 2 artists

Local artist showcase takes place at The Yarrow, March 20–22

The Park City Artists Association is hosting its third annual “Spring Into Art” showcase at The Yarrow from March 20 to 22. This free public exhibition features a diverse array of works from local creators, including ten painters specializing in various media, five jewelers, and six award-winning photographers. The event also highlights three-dimensional works such as steel sculptures, glass art, woodwork, and fiber art.

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Akron Soul Train celebrates 10th anniversary with show by alumni

Akron Soul Train is marking its first decade of operations with a major group exhibition titled "Together, Here," which brings together 55 alumni artists and former members. The anniversary celebration coincides with the debut of a solo installation by Maddie McSweeney, the organization's 2026 Emerging Series Artist, titled "Untitled (Jam) pt. 2."

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article local schedule Mar 10, 2026 visibility 1 link 1 artist, 2 galleries

46th Annual Student Exhibition highlights diverse range of student artwork

The Brown Arts Institute has launched the 46th Annual Student Exhibition at the Granoff Center for the Creative Arts, featuring a diverse array of multimedia works, sculptures, and installations. Juried by artists Tarik Bartel and Jinghong Chen, the exhibition showcases student talent across various disciplines, with Alex Schupak taking first place for his multimedia sculpture "Impression/Expression." The show highlights themes ranging from the reliability of photographic truth to explorations of gender dysmorphia and childhood.

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