Students’ creativity celebrated at Armstrong art gallery

The Armstrong Spallumcheen Museum and Art Gallery in British Columbia is hosting "School Crossing," an exhibition featuring artwork from students of all ages across the Armstrong and Spallumcheen area. The show runs from April 30 to May 23, 2026, and includes works from Highland Park Elementary, Armstrong Elementary, Len Wood Middle School, Pleasant Valley Secondary, the North Okanagan Junior Academy, and local home-school families. A special reception for students, families, and teachers will be held on May 2.

Call for Artists: Maple Valley Days Arts Festival 2026

The Maple Valley Creative Arts Council (MVCAC) is now accepting applications for the Maple Valley Days Arts Festival, a juried community art event scheduled for June 12–14, 2026 at Lake Wilderness Lodge in Maple Valley, Washington. The festival invites regional artists and artisans to exhibit and sell works across multiple mediums including painting, photography, sculpture, ceramics, woodwork, jewelry, and handcrafted goods, with a new dedicated Textile Exhibition highlighting fiber arts. Selected participants will have their work displayed over three days, with awards presented at a VIP Opening Gala on June 12.

Allen Arts Festival Returns With Over 100 Artists This May

The Allen Arts Festival returns from May 8–10, 2026, at Watters Creek Village in Allen, Texas, featuring over 100 local and national artists. The weekend includes artist booths, live music, a Student Showcase, a Juried Art Competition, Chalk the Walk, and a Crafter’s Corner market, with programming designed for both art enthusiasts and families around Mother’s Day.

Niverville Foundation Returns with Art Exhibit Showcasing Local Talent

The Niverville Foundation is hosting its annual spring art show on May 7, 2026, at the Golden Friendship Centre, combined with the foundation's annual general meeting. The event features four local emerging artists: returning talents Jolene Pauls and Jenn Lundy, along with Joey Dean and international award-winning artist Margaret Switala. Tickets are $25, available at the Niverville Credit Union or at the door, with wine and charcuterie served during the exhibition.

New Bedford Art Museum invites you to 'Fiesta Viva Mexico' gala

The New Bedford Art Museum is hosting its annual spring gala, 'Fiesta Viva Mexico,' on May 7 from 6 to 8:30 PM. The event will feature an immersive evening with the exhibition 'Resistance: Cultural and Political Narratives in Mexican Art,' live Mariachi music, a traditional Mexican dance performance, an illusionist show by Lyn Dillies, themed cocktails, and a Mexican-inspired menu. The Patron of the Arts Award will also be presented during the gala.

Gallery: Nuart Aberdeen 2026 launches opening weekend with guided street art tours

The article announces the opening weekend of Nuart Aberdeen 2026, a street art festival in Aberdeen, Scotland. The event features guided tours that showcase murals and street art installations throughout the city, aiming to engage both locals and visitors with public art.

“ Where Arts Flourish, Culture Blossoms”: Renowned Film Director and Artist B. Narsing Rao at ‘Charcoal...

A charcoal art exhibition titled "Charcoal Stories" by young prodigy Ricky Tej from Nagarkurnool district was inaugurated at Lamakaan in Hyderabad. Renowned film director and artist B. Narsing Rao attended as Chief Guest, praising Tej's realistic charcoal drawings and mythological themes. Other speakers included journalist Sri Venkateshwar Rao, editorial cartoonist Sri Narsim, and Group-1 Officer Ms. Sahithi, who emphasized the importance of encouraging artistic talents alongside academics. The exhibition was organized by BALACHELIMI children's magazine and remains open to the public until 6pm on April 26, 2025.

Redwood Art Association Gallery Hosting Humboldt Youth Exhibition on May 2

The Redwood Art Association Gallery in Eureka, California, will host the Humboldt Youth Exhibition on Saturday, May 2, from 6 to 9 PM. The event will feature music by guitarist Ron Hoenig and is open to the public at the gallery's location on 603 F Street.

IUP's University Museum to turn the spotlight onto stagecraft in upcoming artist talk, exhibition

Indiana University of Pennsylvania's University Museum is hosting an upcoming artist talk and exhibition that focuses on stagecraft, highlighting the intersection of visual art and theatrical design. The event will feature artists and designers who create sets, costumes, and props for the stage, showcasing their work in the museum space.

'Fantastical' exhibition celebrates dreamlike worlds at Stevens Point's Riverfront Arts Center

The Riverfront Arts Center in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, is hosting an opening reception for the exhibition 'Fantastical' on May 7. The event will feature food, entertainment, and the attendance of participating artists, with the exhibition itself running through June 14. The center is also accepting artist submissions for the show on April 30 and May 1.

"In Between" Art Exhibition Comes to Plymouth This April

A new exhibition titled 'In Between' opens in Plymouth, featuring work from artists of East Asian backgrounds. The show, curated by Oliver Li, includes photography, illustration, and image-based works from artists Bo Fan, Sean Yang, Yifei Xiang, Yulong Li, and the duo Zoe Cui and Nandal Seo, as well as Scarlett Yang's 'Her Feast' series. It explores themes of intimacy, gender, and navigating multiple cultural identities. The exhibition runs from April 24 to May 3 at a gallery space on 37 Looe Street, with an opening night event and an artist-led workshop scheduled.

Top honors awarded at 2026 Hesston College juried student art exhibit

Hesston College announced the winners of its 2026 Juried Student Art Exhibit. Top honors went to Constance Feldt for her ceramic tile triptych "Tomorrow," Anna Franco for a graphite drawing, Elsa Rayneau for a watercolor, and Evelyn Gaertner for a stoneware teapot. The exhibit is on view through May 1 at the Regier-Friesen Gallery.

Winter Garden calls for artists to submit dog-themed artwork for summer exhibit

The City of Winter Garden, Florida, has issued an open call for artists to submit dog-themed artwork for a juried summer exhibition titled 'Dog Days of Summer: The Ulti-Mutt Art Exhibit.' The show will feature up to 25 selected pieces displayed at the city's Art in Public Places Gallery in City Hall from July 1 to August 31, with a public opening event on July 10. Submissions are accepted electronically from May 1 to June 10.

Waddington Gallery celebrates decade of art, workshops and community

The Gallery at Lake St. Lawrence Arts in Waddington is celebrating its 10th anniversary on May 16. The event will highlight a decade of local creativity, community engagement, and arts education, featuring music, refreshments, and opportunities to meet artists. The gallery, which recently underwent renovations, has grown from a small group into a collective of 16 artists working in diverse media.

Plymouth arts center preps for prestigious photo exhibit. What to know

The Plymouth Center for the Arts is launching its 16th annual Fine Art of Photography Juried Exhibition on April 25. The show, which runs through May 31, will feature selected works available for purchase and includes awards in color, black-and-white, and special categories like street photography and seascapes.

Rutherglen exhibition highlights creativty of local artists

A community-led exhibition titled 'We Are Rutherglen' is being held at the Number 18 Venue in Rutherglen, Scotland. The show features work from 14 local artists across various media, including painting, drawing, and sculpture, and is part of the town's 900th-anniversary celebrations. Entry is free, with several viewing dates remaining in April.

From the Darkroom recalls Springfield's Civil War centennial exhibit

The Springfield News-Leader, in partnership with the Springfield-Greene County Library District, is publishing a historical photograph from its archives. The 1961 image shows Kenneth M. Shuck, director of the Springfield Art Museum, examining Civil War artifacts—including a saber, a drum, and a painting of Union General Nathaniel Lyon—in preparation for a centennial exhibition.

Downtown Artists Cooperative hosts Annual Art Gala at F&M Bank | PHOTOS

The Downtown Artists Cooperative (DAC) held its Annual Live Art Auction Gala at the F&M Bank’s Franklin Room in Clarksville, Tennessee. This event marked the organization’s first in-person gala since the COVID-19 pandemic, featuring both live and silent auctions of original works donated by cooperative members. Attendees enjoyed a catered dinner and live musical performances while bidding on local art.

Insights Juried Exhibition of Fine Art opens this week

The Elora Fergus Arts Council is launching the 46th edition of the Insights Juried Exhibition of Fine Art at the Wellington County Museum and Archives. This long-running Ontario showcase features a diverse range of original works from regional artists, selected through a rigorous in-person jurying process rather than digital submissions. The event includes an opening reception on April 23 and a "Walk with the Jurors" educational tour on April 25, with over $5,000 in prizes being awarded for artistic excellence.

The presenter of The Great Pottery Throwdown is hosting his first major solo exhibition at a Guildford gallery. More here: https://bbc.in/4tkpeKV

Keith Brymer Jones, the renowned ceramicist and judge of the popular television series The Great Pottery Throwdown, is debuting his first major solo exhibition. Hosted at a gallery in Guildford, the showcase marks a significant transition for the artist from the television screen to a formal gallery setting.

Time auction N.275 Modern and Contemporary Art & Prints

Farsettiarte has announced its upcoming online auction, Time Auction N.275, focusing on Modern and Contemporary Art and Prints. The sale is scheduled to conclude on April 18, 2026, following a bidding period that begins on March 25. Prospective buyers are advised that lots are available for viewing by appointment only at the Prato-based auction house, as no public exhibition will be held for this digital-first event.

Artwork of 18 Chatham High Students Featured in Blackwell Art Show; Pieces Can Be Viewed at Morris Museum Through April

Eighteen students from Chatham High School have had their original artworks selected for the annual Blackwell Art Show, currently hosted at the Morris Museum in Morristown, New Jersey. The students, encouraged by arts teacher Eric Hreha, submitted works ranging from abstract architectural paintings and character designs to vibrant illustrations, joining a competitive selection of hundreds of applicants from across Morris County.

Contemporary Art & Design 670 - Day 1

Bukowskis Stockholm

Bukowskis in Stockholm has announced its upcoming live auction, 'Contemporary Art & Design 670 - day 1,' scheduled for April 21, 2026. The sale features a curated selection of works ranging from the mid-20th century to the present, showcasing both Swedish and international artists and designers across a diverse array of media and styles.

Wahlburgers in Fenway marked World Art Day on Wednesday with a one-day community-driven event.

Wahlburgers in Fenway celebrated World Art Day this past Wednesday by hosting a one-day community-driven event. The gathering focused on local engagement and creative expression within the Fenway neighborhood.

The City of Gainesville and The Arts Council collaborated to highlight and celebrate local artists on the downtown square Thursday. @theartscouncil_nega @downtowngainesvillega Check out some of these amazing pieces! #art #gainesvillega #wdun

The City of Gainesville and The Arts Council of Northeast Georgia partnered to host a public art showcase on the downtown square. The event featured a diverse range of works from local creators, transforming the city's central hub into an open-air gallery for the evening.

Free and Pay What You Wish in N.Y.C.: Museums, Movies and More

The article details a wide array of cultural institutions and events in New York City that offer free admission or operate on a "pay-what-you-wish" model. It lists specific days and times for museums, movie screenings, and other attractions where visitors can access culture without a fixed ticket price.

West Chester Art Exhibition Showcases Student Talent and National Competition Entries

The Chester County Art Association is currently hosting the Chester County High School Art Exhibition, featuring nearly 500 works by local students. The showcase includes a wide range of media, from oil paintings and sculptures to photography and colored pencil drawings. A significant portion of the exhibition also serves as the entry point for Pennsylvania’s 6th Congressional District in the nationwide Congressional Art Competition.

Greenock Art Club announces summer exhibition of artists and makers

Greenock Art Club has scheduled its annual summer art exhibition and craft sale, set to take place over two consecutive weekends in June. Hosted at The Stables in Gourock, the event will showcase a diverse range of works produced by local artists and makers, with all pieces available for public viewing and purchase.

Tumut Art Exhibition entertains everyone

The Tumut Art Society recently concluded its 68th annual art exhibition in regional New South Wales, marking a successful two-week event that drew approximately 500 visitors. The show featured 39 sales across both physical and virtual platforms and distributed $15,000 in prize money across nine categories. Melbourne artist Nina Volk emerged as the primary winner, securing both the prestigious Bendigo Bank Acquisitive Award for her work "The Storm is Coming" and the People’s Choice Award for "Grazing in the Autumn Mist."

55th Annual Trail of Tears Art Show Now Open Through May 16 showcasing Native Art

The 55th Annual Trail of Tears Art Show has officially opened at The Gallery at Cherokee Springs Plaza in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. As the longest-running Native American art competition in the United States, this year's event features artists competing for more than $18,000 in prize money across multiple categories. The exhibition is open to the public through May 16, showcasing a diverse range of Indigenous creative talent.