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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.

Maker House’s “In the Making” Gallery Opening

Maker House, a nonprofit ceramic arts studio, is hosting a spring student gallery exhibition titled "In the Making" from April 17 to May 17. The show features work from students of all levels, highlighting techniques like hand-building, wheel throwing, and sculpture, with select pieces available for purchase. A special reception on April 26 will allow the public to meet staff and students.

Artist Proof Studio’s 35 years of David and Goliath arts education

Artist Proof Studio (APS) is celebrating its 35th anniversary with a showcase of works that highlight its long-standing commitment to printmaking and arts education in South Africa. The studio continues to serve as a vital hub for emerging and established artists, fostering a community centered on technical excellence and creative collaboration.

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.

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.

An Art Museum Has Evolved Along With Its Neighborhood

The Queens Museum is undergoing a significant transformation to better serve its diverse local community, moving away from traditional elitist museum models. Under the leadership of director Sally Tallant, the institution has integrated social services, including a food pantry and community organizing spaces, directly into its operational fabric while maintaining a rigorous contemporary art program.

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."

Leesburg Arts Center’s Inaugural Exhibition Reception: New Venue, Same Allure

The Leesburg Arts Center is launching its inaugural exhibition, "People, Places & Things," at its new permanent home in the historic Tropic Theatre. The reception, scheduled for April 17, debuts a diverse collection of works from the center’s artist membership, spanning various media. The exhibition will remain on view through July 11, marking a significant milestone for the organization as it establishes its presence in downtown Leesburg.

Tbilisi to Host the First International Auction of Georgian Modern and Contemporary Art

Tbilisi is set to host its first-ever international auction dedicated to Georgian modern and contemporary art. The event aims to showcase a diverse range of works from established masters to emerging local talents, providing a formal platform for Georgian artists to reach global collectors and investors.

Artists push for permanent, immersive art space for Albany

A group of local artists and community organizers in Albany are advocating for the creation of a permanent, immersive art venue within the city. The proposal envisions a dedicated space for large-scale installations and experiential works that would provide a stable home for the region's creative talent and foster year-round public engagement with the arts.

Cabrillo Gallery Hosts Student Art Exhibition as Part of Ripple Effect Festival

Cabrillo Gallery is set to launch its Student Exhibition 2026 on April 20, featuring a diverse range of media including painting, sculpture, and photography created by Cabrillo College students. The exhibition kicks off with a special reception on April 19, integrated into the countywide Ripple Effect arts festival, which will include live music, interactive art activities, and a student art sale.

Port Huron students' art show highlights young talent

The Port Huron Museum is currently hosting an expansive exhibition featuring 280 artworks created by local students ranging from kindergarten through 12th grade. The showcase includes a diverse array of mediums, such as traditional portraiture, landscapes, paintings, and three-dimensional paper-mâché sculptures, all produced by youth within the Port Huron area.

Chester County high school Art Exhibition now on display in West Chester

Nearly 500 works of art by high school students from Chester County, Pennsylvania, are on display at the Chester County High School Art Exhibition and PA 6th District Congressional Art Competition, held at the Chester County Art Association in West Chester through April 18, 2026. An awards ceremony took place on April 15, and selected entries are competing in Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan’s Congressional Art Competition, with the grand prize winner’s artwork displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year.

New exhibition opening April 24 at Link Art Gallery

The Link Art Gallery in Paris, Illinois, is set to host a collaborative exhibition titled 'The Mundane and the Marvelous' from April 24 through May 22. The show features the work of three distinct artists whose practices span various disciplines and historical influences, culminating in a public opening reception on April 26.

Rabat’s street art festival reshapes the city into a living gallery

The Jidar Street Art Festival has concluded its latest edition in Rabat, Morocco, transforming the capital’s urban landscape into an expansive open-air museum. This year’s event featured twelve large-scale murals created by a diverse roster of local and international street artists, alongside a program of workshops and guided tours designed to engage the public with contemporary urban art.

The Amp opens its art gallery in Dover with premiere show

The Amp, a new creative hub in Dover, New Jersey, has officially inaugurated its dedicated art gallery space with a premiere exhibition. This debut showcase introduces the local community to a curated selection of works, marking the transformation of the venue into a multi-disciplinary destination for the arts.

Solo Exhibit For Deerfield Artist Opens In North Shore

The Gallery Lake Forest has unveiled "Wax Poetic," a solo exhibition featuring the encaustic works of Deerfield-based artist Karen Ross. This marks Ross’s first solo showcase in Lake Forest, highlighting her mastery of the ancient and technically demanding medium of encaustic painting, which involves using heated beeswax and pigments. The exhibition focuses on themes of emergence and the seasonal transition of spring, drawing parallels between the natural world and the physical process of layering and revealing wax.

Swope Art Museum reopens with 59th Annual Student Art Exhibition

The Swope Art Museum in Terre Haute, Indiana, has officially reopened to the public following a year-long renovation project. The institution marked its return by hosting the 59th Annual Student Art Exhibition, an event that drew hundreds of visitors to the updated facilities on its opening day.

Texas Wesleyan Student Art Exhibition opens at the Bernice Coulter Templeton Art Studio

Texas Wesleyan University has officially opened its annual Student Art Exhibition at the Bernice Coulter Templeton Art Studio. The showcase features a diverse range of works created by the university's student body, highlighting the creative output and technical skills developed within the institution's art programs.

LEGO exhibition set to return to Mossley in aid of local causes

Mossley Bricks is returning to Mossley Methodist Church on May 16, featuring an extensive collection of LEGO models created by adult enthusiasts. The exhibition will showcase detailed and imaginative displays, offering a creative community event for families and hobbyists in the local area.

Mineola celebrates creative excellence at district art exhibition

Mineola High School hosted its annual District Art Show on March 26, transforming the campus into a gallery space for the local community. The exhibition featured over 200 original works created by K-12 students from all five schools within the district, ranging from primary school projects to advanced portfolios from AP art students. The collection showcased a wide variety of mediums, including painting, sketching, sculpture, and mixed-media compositions.

Student artwork shines at South Haven art exhibition

South Haven High School recently hosted its annual student art exhibition, showcasing a diverse range of creative works produced by local youth. The event featured various mediums including painting, drawing, and sculpture, highlighting the technical skills and artistic development of the students under the guidance of their educators.

Portrait Phenomena Artist Roger Leonard Long Opens Exhibit at Ridgeland Library

Artist Roger Leonard Long has launched a new exhibition titled "Portrait Phenomena" at the Ridgeland Library in Jackson, Mississippi. The showcase features Long’s signature life-like portraiture created using graphite and colored pencils, and was recently highlighted on the local program Studio 3.

Young talent shines at Rochdale’s FAB Youth Arts Festival

Rochdale recently hosted the FAB Youth Arts Festival, a multi-disciplinary event marking the conclusion of the town’s tenure as the Greater Manchester Town of Culture 2025-26. The festival featured a diverse array of visual arts, including the unveiling of a major new mural by artist Hayley Garner (Aylo) on the Regal Moon building, an outdoor exhibition at the Square Gallery by Hopwood Hall College students, and interdisciplinary showcases at Ebor Studio. The event attracted over 1,500 visitors and focused on the themes of freedom, art, and belonging.

Allied Artists of the Santa Monica Mountains to Hold 13th Annual Art Exhibit and Sale

The Allied Artists of the Santa Monica Mountains and Seashore will host their 13th annual art exhibit and sale on April 19 at the King Gillette Ranch in Calabasas. The event features representational landscape and seascape paintings from approximately 20 local award-winning artists, all focused on the natural beauty of the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area.

The Railway comes to Potters Bar Exhibition

The Potters Bar Museum is hosting a specialized exhibition titled "The Railway comes to Potters Bar," focusing on the historical impact of the rail network on the local community. The display features a collection of archival photographs, artifacts, and historical documents detailing the evolution of transport in the area.

Spring Into Art Gala Returns to Turner Center

The Annette Howell Turner Center for the Arts has announced the return of its annual Spring Into Art Gala, a premier regional event celebrating local and regional talent. The gala serves as the opening reception for a curated exhibition featuring hundreds of artworks across various media, offering community members a first look at the juried selections.

New bar and restaurant with art gallery to open in Glasgow's Finnieston

Glasgow City Council has approved plans for 'Wildhorse,' a new multi-use venue at 1095 Argyle Street in the Finnieston neighborhood. Spearheaded by Graham Suttle of the hospitality group No Gods No Masters, the space will integrate a cafe, bar, and restaurant with a dedicated on-site art gallery and private dining areas. The project emphasizes sustainability through zero-waste food policies and draught-only wine service to reduce glass packaging.