Boston Art Review (BAR) has published a curated list of ten gallery shows in the Boston area that are recommended for viewing during the summer season. The article highlights exhibitions across various commercial and non-profit spaces, offering a guide to the region's contemporary art scene during the warmer months.
The Reston Art Gallery is hosting a collaborative collage exhibit titled “CoLab Collage Artists,” which focuses on text-inspired works created by a group of artists working together. The show brings together multiple contributors who explore the intersection of language and visual art through mixed-media collage techniques.
Trois martyres retrouvent leur ville natale de Guadalajara
The article reports that three martyred saints—Saints Apolline, Lucy, and Barbara—have been returned to their native city of Guadalajara, Mexico, specifically to the Museo Provincial. The text describes the gruesome details of their martyrdoms: Saint Apolline had her teeth pulled out and was burned alive under Emperor Decius in 249 AD; Saint Lucy had her eyes gouged out during the persecution of Diocletian (303-310 AD); and Saint Barbara is mentioned as a contemporary martyr. The acquisition marks the repatriation of these religious artworks to their city of origin.
The Lihpao Cultural Arts Foundation, in collaboration with the Austrian Office Taipei and with support from Taiwan's Ministry of Culture, has announced the open call for the Eighth Lihpao Sculpture Biennial Awards. The competition invites artists aged 18 and older worldwide to submit sculptures suitable for long-term display, with a top prize of USD 45,000 and a silver prize of USD 25,000. The deadline for applications is 30 September 2026. The biennial is co-organized with the Austrian Office Taipei and supported by academic partners including the National Taiwan University of Arts, Taipei National University of the Arts, and Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts.
Ocean Space, TBA21–Academy's platform for artistic research, presents 'The Many Venices,' a program running from June to September 2026. It features guided walks led by writers, researchers, and cultural practitioners that reveal Venice's hidden migrant histories, connecting the city to Africa, the Middle East, Bangladesh, and contemporary migrant communities. Co-curated with Wetlands, the initiative reimagines the lagoon as a site of cultural exchange and belonging rather than a static monument.
The Museu de Arte do Rio (MAR) has opened 'Cipó: Huni Kuin Paintings in the MAR Collection', a major exhibition showcasing one of Brazil's most significant institutional collections of Huni Kuin art. The show presents intricate paintings that blend ancestral knowledge, spirituality, and Amazonian ecosystems, positioning these works as dynamic contemporary expressions rather than ethnographic artifacts.
Sharjah Art Foundation has opened applications for Corniche 8, the eighth edition of its annual comics anthology. The open call invites illustrators and comic artists based in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries to submit proposals for original six-page comics. Selected artists will participate in a three-day creative exchange in Sharjah and have their completed works published in the printed anthology, which will launch at Focal Point, the foundation's annual art book fair. The deadline for applications is 30 June 2026.
Curator Anesu Chikumba, founder of Unpublished Africa, discusses the exhibition 'I’d Be Empowered If…' which brings together African women photographers to explore empowerment through visibility, professional development, and sustainable creative ecosystems. The show, assisted by Creative Business Studio alumni Namukolo Siyumbwa and Jorge Dachala, features practitioners from multiple African contexts and emphasizes long-term support over temporary gestures.
The article reports on the First Friday event in Augusta, Georgia, where galleries and artists gathered downtown to showcase local talent. Featured exhibitions include Brian McGrath's first solo show "The Loudest in the Room" at the Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art, Harvey White's "Something from Something" at Westobou, Edna Martinez's "While It Lasts" at Westobou's Micro Gallery, and Aort Reed's "Pressing On: The Power of Perseverance" at Candl Art Gallery. The event also highlighted resident artist Emily Bender and immigrant artist Sindhu Pillai, whose work explores identity and belonging.
“小鹿呦呦”首届黑龙江省少儿美术作品双年展启幕
On June 1, 2026, the "Little Deer—First Heilongjiang Provincial Children's Art Biennale" opened at the Heilongjiang Provincial Art Museum. Organized by the Heilongjiang Provincial Federation of Literary and Art Circles and co-hosted by the Heilongjiang Artists Association, Heilongjiang Vocational College of Art, and Heilongjiang Fine Arts Publishing House, the exhibition received over 4,000 submissions from children across the province. A total of 375 works were selected, spanning Chinese painting, oil painting, printmaking, watercolor, and creative painting, grouped into preschool, primary, and secondary school categories. The works focus on themes of hometown landscapes, winter joy, and childhood dreams.
The New Mexico State University (NMSU) Art Museum in Las Cruces will present two new exhibitions this summer. The shows will feature works from the museum's permanent collection and are scheduled to open in the coming months, offering visitors a chance to engage with a range of artistic styles and historical periods.
A new art gallery is set to open in the Wichita County Courthouse in Texas, as reported by Texomashomepage.com. The gallery will be located within the historic courthouse building, bringing visual art to a government space.
The Greenville Arts Council is now accepting exhibition proposals from artists, collectives, and curators for upcoming shows at the Malkin Art Gallery. Submissions should include sample images, an exhibition title and description, participating artists, and preferred dates, and can be sent via email.
PLAS 2026 (Plastic Art Seoul), a sculpture-focused art fair, was held at COEX in Seoul from February 4 to 7, drawing approximately 40,000 visitors. The fair featured 102 galleries, including 91 domestic and 11 international participants, with strong sales centered on mid- to low-priced works. Emerging galleries like Fandom Earth Art Gallery and YK Gallery reported selling over 40 works each, while Gallery T sold all 21 works by artist Jenny Chae. Established mid-tier galleries also saw success, and special exhibitions such as 'NEW CHANCE' and the '11-University Sculpture Special Exhibition' attracted significant interest, with multiple works sold and corporate buyers expressing intent to purchase large-scale sculptures.
Blue Water Fine Art Gallery presents "Briney & Bloom: A Coastal Summer," a solo exhibition by Jennifer Bundy Cobb, the gallery's June Artist of the Month. The show runs from June 12 to July 5 and features wheel-thrown and altered stoneware inspired by coastal life, including oyster trays, ceramic rockfish, garden fountains, and a Fire Bowl piece. An opening reception will be held on Saturday, June 13, from 5–7 PM, with free admission, light refreshments, and a drawing to win one of the artist's Twin Rock mugs.
Two Villages Art Society in Contoocook, New Hampshire, is celebrating its fifth anniversary on October 19, 2024, with the opening of its 47th exhibition, titled "My Artistic Legacy." The gallery has showcased over 300 artists since its founding and is now featuring works by 19 prominent local artists. The free public event includes live music, light refreshments, and a raffle, with the exhibit running through November 16.
Caminarte, a free monthly event in downtown Laredo, Texas, will take place tonight from 6 to 9 p.m., transforming the area into an open-air art gallery. The Webb County Heritage Foundation hosts the opening of the "Ancient Landscapes of South Texas" exhibit, which covers 50 million years of geological history and 15,000 years of cultural history, alongside a mini Pride art expo in recognition of Pride Month.
The city of Sioux Falls celebrated the opening of the Carver Gallery, a free public art gallery on the first floor of City Hall that exclusively features local Sioux Falls artists. The inaugural exhibition includes 12 local artists working in various mediums, with a jury-selected winning piece, "Lighthouse" by Breanna Fischer, to be purchased for the city's collection. The gallery also offers a People's Choice Award, allowing the public to vote online for their favorite work, with the winning artist receiving a solo exhibition and their piece added to the city's collection.
Art Gallery Kimberley presents 'My Figurative Pursuit,' a solo exhibition of new works by Canadian artist Angelique Gillespie, running from June 6 through June 28. The show features figurative paintings created through collage, acrylic, and bold outlines, including a series based on photographs of a 92-year-old friend. Alongside the exhibition, Gillespie will host an artist talk and a live demonstration on June 6 and June 27.
The Greenville Museum of Art and Emerge Gallery and Art Center are jointly celebrating new summer installations, featuring a range of works from local and regional artists. The exhibitions transform the museum and gallery spaces with vibrant, wall-to-wall displays that highlight contemporary art practices and community engagement.
A 95-year-old artist from Wolverhampton, UK, is realizing a lifelong dream by opening her own art gallery on the eve of her 96th birthday. The gallery, which showcases her own paintings and works by local artists, represents a personal milestone after decades of creating art without a dedicated space to exhibit it.
Artists at Work, a long-running artist studio and gallery in Cairns, Australia, faced closure as its lease at 51 Lake Street was ending. However, support from the property owners provided a lifeline, allowing the space to remain open. To celebrate this new chapter, Artists at Work and the Cairns Art Society are presenting the AAW Phoenix Exhibition, opening on June 5, 2026, featuring works that explore resilience, creativity, and renewal.
An exhibition dedicated to Pee-wee Herman, the iconic character created by the late Paul Reubens, is opening at Evolved Art Gallery in Ojai, California. The show features artwork and memorabilia related to the beloved children's entertainer.
The Stowe art gallery is hosting a solo show with a Medieval theme, featuring works that draw on historical and artistic influences from the Middle Ages. The exhibition highlights the gallery's commitment to showcasing unique thematic presentations by local or regional artists.
The Sheridan Chamber of Commerce celebrated the opening of Ballard’s Fine Art Gallery at its new location on South Main Street in Sheridan, Wyoming, with an Ambassadors’ ribbon cutting ceremony on June 27, 2024. The gallery, owned by Kim Lassiter, represents over 40 artists and features original paintings and bronze works from across the United States. A grand opening celebration is scheduled for July 5, 2024.
The Absolutely Abstract Art Exhibition returns to The Next Picture Show gallery in Dixon, Illinois, from June 3 to July 11, 2026. The annual show features abstract works in various media—paintings, drawings, sculpture, mixed media, fiber arts, prints, and photography—that emphasize form, color, line, tone, and texture over recognizable subject matter.
The Columbus Arts Festival, a longstanding event celebrating handmade art for over half a century, returns to the Scioto Riverfront in Columbus, Ohio. The festival features 230 artists selected by a blind jury, showcasing 16 mediums including painting, jewelry, ceramics, and printmaking, with a strict ban on AI-generated or commercially produced work. Organizer Jami Goldstein of the Greater Columbus Arts Council highlights the festival's history, including a 2011 relocation due to a severe storm, and its commitment to supporting emerging artists through mentorship. Local artists like JD Davison and JD Shipengrover of Lab Partners are among this year's participants, blending traditional silversmith techniques with modern technology.
The Springfield Museum of Art (SMoA) will open its 80th Annual Juried Members’ Exhibition on Friday, June 5, featuring around 110 works in a wide range of mediums, from traditional painting and ceramics to digital art, machine embroidery, and mixed-media pieces incorporating carved beef bone and lottery tickets. The exhibition, which predates the museum building itself, includes an opening reception and will run through August 27. Guest juror Cat Sheridan, director of the Ohio Arts Council’s Riffe Gallery, selected the works and praised the breadth of submissions from both emerging and established artists.
The Wiregrass Museum of Art in Dothan, Alabama, is hosting a free virtual Artist Talk on June 10 for its current exhibition, “The Forest Was Rebuilt With Scrap And Ply.” The show features six Southeast Alabama artists and one curator, exploring art-making in the context of natural disasters and environmental change. The panel will discuss creativity in vulnerable landscapes, balancing loss and possibility, and the work of physical, emotional, and ecological rebuilding.
An agricultural photography exhibit has opened at the Skagit County Historical Museum, showcasing images that document farming and rural life in the region. The exhibition highlights the intersection of visual art and local agricultural heritage through photographic works.