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Bohol artist Jjawzip debuts solo exhibit “April’s Fool” at Dajon Art Gallery Bohol

Boholano mixed-media artist Joseph “Jjawzip” Ingking has launched his debut physical solo exhibition, “April’s Fool,” at Dajon Art Studio & Gallery in Baclayon, Bohol. The showcase features a series of paired paintings and toy sculptures that explore the recurring character "Energy Kid," a figure shaped by the artist’s personal history. Utilizing vibrant colors and recycled materials, the works—such as “Fragile Freedom” and “Radiance Reimagined”—blend fantasy with social commentary on themes ranging from the fragility of peace to the vitality of creative discovery.

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GA Watercolor Society’s National Exhibition Comes to Arts Center

The Georgia Watercolor Society’s National Exhibition is returning to the Carrollton Center for the Arts from April 15 to May 22. This year’s juried showcase features 80 watercolor paintings selected from artists across the United States, ranging from highly detailed still lifes to impressionistic landscapes. The exhibition will kick off with a series of public events on April 18, including an artist demonstration by Carol Carter, an opening reception, and the society's annual meeting.

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Centerville Art Gallery Exhibit

Local artist Jeannie Brigger is set to showcase her solo exhibition, “Where Joy Takes Root,” at the Centerville Art Gallery throughout the month of April. The collection features three-dimensional, mixed-media metal works designed to bridge the gap between traditional painting and sculpture, with a public artist reception scheduled for the evening of April 10th.

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Daegu Kansong Art Museum Opens Exhibition on Chusa Kim Jeong-hui's Painting Legacy

The Daegu Kansong Art Museum has launched a special exhibition titled "Chusa's Painting Lessons" to mark the 240th anniversary of the birth of Kim Jeong-hui, the legendary Joseon Dynasty scholar and artist. While most retrospectives of Kim's work focus on his revolutionary calligraphy and academic scholarship, this showcase specifically highlights his paintings and his pedagogical influence on his students. A centerpiece of the exhibition is the "Yerim Gapeulrok," a document that illustrates the artistic exchanges and critiques shared between the master and his disciples.

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Connecticut Women Artists open 2026 juried exhibition at Art League of New Britain

Connecticut Women Artists has launched its 2026 Members’ Juried Exhibition at the Art League of New Britain, running through May 1. Juried by Janet Warner, an adjunct professor of studio arts, the show features a diverse array of media including painting, sculpture, photography, and fiber arts. The opening festivities included an artist talk by Kate Emery and a public reception featuring an awards presentation to honor standout works from the collection.

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Cumberland Artist Alliance art show

The Cumberland Artist Alliance is currently presenting a group exhibition at the Hayden Gallery, located within the Cumberland Public Library. Featuring works by local artists including Gordon Tempest, Germaine Gerie, Margaret Lachut, and Jerry Aissis, the show spans various media such as painting and photography. The exhibition will remain on view through the end of April, highlighted by a "Meet the Artists" reception and live demonstrations scheduled for April 22nd.

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Pettit’s senior art exhibition at UAM Glassblock Gallery

Denver Pettit is presenting her senior art exhibition, titled "From the Backyard," at the University of Arkansas at Monticello’s Glassblock Gallery from April 10–15, 2026. The showcase features a series of oil paintings, including the work "Filbert," and concludes with a public reception on the final evening.

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South Shore Irish Heritage Trail stop showcases art from Ireland and New England

The Aisling Gallery in Hingham, Massachusetts, has become a featured stop on the South Shore Irish Heritage Trail, highlighting the work of Irish-born painter Vincent Crotty. The gallery showcases Crotty’s oil paintings, which bridge his two worlds by capturing the rugged, pastoral landscapes of County Cork and Dingle alongside the coastal vistas of New England and Maine. Crotty, who immigrated to the United States 35 years ago, has maintained a long-standing partnership with the gallery, evolving from a struggling artist into a prolific figure in the local Irish-American art scene.

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Once Upon a Frame to Host Artist Paul Kauffman’s Latest Opening on April 18

Solana Beach art gallery and custom frame shop Once Upon a Frame is set to host an opening reception for Southern California artist Paul Kauffman on April 18. The exhibition, titled “In The Presence of Color,” will showcase Kauffman’s recent paintings and include a live painting demonstration, music, and refreshments. The show explores the artist's unique background, balancing his experiences in a Catholic seminary with his time working in a family carnival.

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Herndon Art Teacher Rebecca Ogun to be Featured in Local Art Show

Rebecca Ogun, an art teacher at Herndon High School, has been selected as a featured artist for the upcoming "Celebrate Reston" art exhibition. The show is a judged competition hosted at the Jo Ann Rose Gallery, featuring a diverse array of painting and mixed media works under an "Artist's Choice" theme. The exhibition will run from March 30th through April 27th, with a public reception scheduled for the afternoon of April 12th.

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Calling all creatives: Evolved Gallery opens submissions for seven deadly sins exhibit

Evolved Gallery in Ventura, California, has announced an open call for its upcoming exhibition titled "SE7EN," themed around the seven deadly sins. Founded by Christina Van Ryzin in late 2025, the gallery is seeking traditional and digital paintings or illustrations that explore these vices through modern social or political lenses. The submission deadline is April 15, with the exhibition scheduled to run from April 25 through June 28, 2024.

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Gallery Space presents Face(t)s of America Exhibition

The City of Rahway has announced the upcoming exhibition "Face(t)s of America" at Gallery Space, running from April 18 through June 13, 2026. Featuring works by six artists—Rodríguez Calero, Dong Kyu Kim, Carlos Mateu, Roxanna Meléndez, Diane Phares, and Duquann Sweeney—the show utilizes portraiture and painting to explore themes of identity, heritage, and belonging in the United States. The exhibition will include a public reception on April 24 featuring performances by the New Jeru Poetry Slam Team.

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Take in the beauty of Italy, on display at new art gallery

The "From Italy With Love" exhibition recently debuted at Il Gelato di Carlotta’s gallery space in Niagara-on-the-Lake, showcasing works created during immersive painting workshops across Italy. Led by artist and instructor Sandra Iafrate, the collection features oil, acrylic, and mixed-media pieces produced on location in regions including Tuscany, Sicily, and Puglia. The show runs through June 30, with additional works displayed at Iafrate’s local Gate Street Studio.

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Creating a space to ‘Gossip’ with local artists

Seven local female artists have launched 'Gossip,' a self-produced group exhibition at Union Hall Gallery in San Diego’s Golden Hill neighborhood. Curated by Scarlett Baily, the show features a diverse array of disciplines including ceramics by Amber Schnitzius, oil painting by Baily Ludwick, and photography by Sarai Elguezabal. The exhibition emerged from the artists' shared desire to bypass the restrictive thematic requirements often found in San Diego’s limited gallery scene, opting instead for a space that prioritizes personal storytelling and creative intuition.

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Meet The Artist Behind “Canvases of the Cosmos” In Darien

Artist Roland Comtois is set to host a special reception for his solo exhibition, "Canvases of the Cosmos," at Geary Gallery in Darien, Connecticut. The event, scheduled for April 11, 2026, allows the public to engage with the artist and view his latest series of paintings, which focus on celestial themes through the manipulation of light and color.

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These Tiny "Joy Spots" Are Turning Chicago Sidewalks Into Free Art Galleries — And You Can Find Them All On This Secret Map

Chicago is experiencing a surge in "Sidewalk Joy Spots," miniature art-sharing stations modeled after the "Little Free Library" concept. These small, community-maintained boxes allow residents to exchange handmade jewelry, miniature paintings, and sculptures, effectively turning residential sidewalks into decentralized public galleries.

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How the Museum of Graffiti has opened a new path for street art. See studios

The Museum of Graffiti in Miami’s Wynwood district has launched a new permanent artist studio residency program featuring Jel Martinez, James “Ras Terms” Monk, Nicole “Nico” Holderbaum, and Entes. These four established artists, who began their careers painting illegally on the streets, now occupy professional workspaces that are open to the public seven days a week. Fully funded by the museum, the initiative allows visitors to observe the creative process in real-time and purchase works directly from the artists through an on-site sales gallery.

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An exhibition in Venice on Stéphane Dubé's painting of insects and snakes

The Museum of Oriental Art in Venice is presenting "MUSHI 虫. Dragonflies and Other Insects in the Painting of Stéphane Dubé," a solo exhibition featuring twenty-seven gouache works on paper. Curated by Marta Boscolo Marchi, Sachiko Natsume, and Giulia Passante, the show is organized into three thematic sections focusing on dragonflies, moths, and dead snakes. These contemporary works are displayed in dialogue with traditional Japanese artifacts from the museum's permanent collection, such as netsuke and military items, highlighting the symbolic significance of these creatures in Eastern culture.

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Chatham-Kent - Thames Art Gallery Celebrates Local High School Artists and Ukrainian artist Lana Matskiv

The Thames Art Gallery in Chatham-Kent is launching two concurrent exhibitions on April 17, 2026, featuring a blend of professional and student work. Ukrainian artist Lana Matskiv presents "Hyphenated," a solo exhibition of over forty pieces including paintings and installations that explore the intersection of cultural histories and personal narratives. Alongside this, the gallery hosts "Here I Am," a juried showcase of artwork by local high school students from grades 9 through 12, culminating in a public reception and awards ceremony.

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“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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Photos: Somersfield Host Visual Arts Exhibition

Somersfield Academy recently hosted its DP2 Visual Arts Graduate Exhibition at the Rock Island Café, showcasing the final portfolios of students Nico Bean, Hayden Smith, and Excell Jordan. The event marked the conclusion of a two-year International Baccalaureate (IB) creative journey, featuring a diverse range of works including acrylic pour paintings, marine-inspired dot paintings, and detailed anatomical illustrations of dinosaurs.

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Amanzimtoti’s artsy talent on exhibition

The TOTALLY Art Club recently hosted a mini art exhibition at Seadoone Mall in Amanzimtoti, South Africa, featuring 11 local artists. The three-day event showcased 88 original works ranging across various styles and subjects, with artists such as Hazel Nunes, Ann Waterson, and Sylvia Holtzhausen presenting their pieces. The exhibition proved commercially successful for the local collective, resulting in the sale of 27 paintings.

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In Paris, this exhibition invites you to engage in a dialogue with paintings.

Artist Aurore Guez is transforming the Wilde Galerie in Paris into an immersive, imaginary café for a two-day exhibition titled "LE CAFÉ" on April 25 and 26, 2026. The installation features interactive paintings and talking portraits of figures such as Kalash and Lujipeka, where visitors can trigger recorded dialogue to converse with the artworks. The 80-square-meter space will utilize warped scenography and actors playing waiters to blur the lines between traditional painting, performance art, and stage design.

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Community Art Shines In Latest Exhibition At Gallery

The Griffith Regional Art Gallery recently debuted "Roots & Reflections," a community-focused exhibition featuring over 60 works from local artists. Curated by Melanie Toscan, the show spans diverse mediums including sculpture, painting, photography, and a collaborative 3D installation. A unique highlight of the exhibition is a section of anonymous, fixed-price paintings sold for $85, where the artist's identity remains a mystery to the buyer until the show concludes.

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Minto Arts Gallery welcomes new show by Moumita Roychowdhury

The Minto Arts Gallery in Harriston, Ontario, is set to host a solo exhibition by Kitchener-Waterloo artist Moumita Roychowdhury from April 9 to April 30. The self-taught artist and instructor will showcase a collection of works in watercolor, acrylic, and pastel that explore the emotional resonance of nature and human expression. An opening reception is scheduled for April 9 to launch the three-week engagement.

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Leonor R. Fuller Gallery to host SPSCC student art exhibition

The Leonor R. Fuller Gallery is set to host the 21st annual South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) Student Art Exhibition from May 18 to June 12. The showcase features a diverse range of media including ceramics, painting, digital photography, and sculpture, all produced by students during the 2025-26 academic year. An opening reception is scheduled for May 22 to celebrate the selected works, which were curated by the college’s art faculty.

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Order of Canada Artist Tom Wilson Tehohàhake Joins Toronto’s Nicholas Metivier Gallery

The Nicholas Metivier Gallery in Toronto has officially announced the representation of Tom Wilson Tehohàhake, a multidisciplinary artist, musician, and Order of Canada appointee. Wilson’s latest paintings are set to make their debut with the gallery at the upcoming Dallas Art Fair in April 2026. His work is characterized by vibrant, intricate patterns that incorporate elements of Mohawk beadwork and excerpts from his own literary writings.

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Art exhibitions in Chiang Mai this April

Chiang Mai’s art scene is hosting a diverse range of exhibitions this April, anchored by a major retrospective of Araya Rasdjarmrearnsook at the MAIIAM Contemporary Art Museum. The survey, curated by Kittima Chareeprasit and Roger Nelson, spans four decades of the artist's provocative video and installation works. Other highlights include Myrtille Tibayrenc’s installation of 108 Buddha paintings at the Museum of Something (MOS), Chatchai Notananda’s process-oriented solo show at Haan Studio, and Houda Bakkali’s digital compositions at Alliance Française.

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Experience Art in Motion at the Lynnwood Event Center’s free ‘Meet the Artists’ Reception

The Lynnwood Event Center is hosting a free 'Meet the Artists' reception on April 14 to celebrate its current exhibition, "Flight Patterns: The Art & Motion of Winged Life." The event features a diverse range of works including painting, sculpture, and glass that explore themes of migration and transformation. Highlights include a live participatory installation by artist Alexandra Nason, where guests can decorate aluminum butterflies for a modular sculpture, and an educational presence by the conservation nonprofit Birds Connect Seattle.

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CAT Museum unveils 1st-ever abstract painting, glass sculpture exhibition

The Cafesjian Art Trust (CAT) Museum in Shoreview has launched "Abstraction and Ourselves," a landmark exhibition that marks the first time a U.S. institution has paired abstract painting with glass sculpture in a dedicated showcase. Curated by Jill Ahlberg Yohe, the show features a diverse array of international artists, highlighting the formal connections between two-dimensional canvases and three-dimensional glass works.

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