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Holly Johnson Gallery in Dallas Has Permanently Closed

Holly Johnson Gallery in Dallas permanently closed in mid-2025, quietly shutting its doors after 20 years of operation. The closure followed concurrent solo exhibitions by artists Randy Twaddle and David Aylsworth that ended in December 2024. No public announcement was made; the final social media post appeared on November 15, 2024. Artists including Margo Sawyer, Dornith Doherty, and Liz Ward expressed sadness, praising Johnson as a dedicated dealer who worked alongside artists, mounted beautiful exhibitions, and fostered community through her founding role in the Contemporary Art Dealers of Dallas.

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article local schedule Dec 3, 2025 visibility 8 link 2 artists, 1 gallery

Senior Art Exhibition “Yours Truly”

The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (UWL) is presenting "Yours Truly," a senior art exhibition featuring work by graduating art and art education majors. The show, on view from November 21 to December 14, 2025, in the University Art Gallery at the Lowe Center for the Arts, includes paintings, sculptures, and mixed-media pieces developed over the Fall 2025 semester in the capstone course ART 498: Professional Practices and Exhibition, taught by Assistant Professor Joshua Doster. Fourteen student artists—including Gracie Acklam, Sarah Hermann, Avery Wilson, and others—display their final projects, with artist talks scheduled on select December dates.

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article local schedule Nov 28, 2025 visibility 9 link 1 artist, 1 gallery

St Helens Open Art Competition set to return for 30th year

The St Helens Open Art Competition is returning for its 30th year, celebrating three decades of local creativity. The exhibition will be held at The World of Glass, home to the Godfrey Pilkington Art Gallery, from November 29, 2025, to February 28, 2026. Judging this year’s competition includes artists Peter Humphries, Arthur Roberts, Paul Cousins, and Tash Lofthouse, with prizes ranging from the St Helens Artists awards to the newly introduced Jill Dagnall Prize.

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museum exhibitions schedule Nov 17, 2025 visibility 12 link 3 artists, 1 gallery

Redland Art Gallery celebrates the sea, light and local creativity

Redland Art Gallery in Cleveland, Australia, is launching three new exhibitions in late November 2025, each exploring themes of sea, light, and local creativity. The season features "Water Works" by acclaimed Queensland artist Joe Furlonger, whose expressive paintings and ceramics capture the beauty and danger of the sea; "Some Things Too Bright to See" by emerging Brisbane artist Holly Anderson, focusing on light across water; and "In Focus 2025 – Flourish," an annual community exhibition showcasing local artists. The exhibitions run through January 2026 and include artist talks, workshops, and a People's Choice Award.

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museum exhibitions schedule Oct 23, 2025 visibility 6 link 4 artists, 1 gallery

Open Eye Gallery: Upcoming Events in November

Open Eye Gallery in Liverpool announces a series of November 2025 events, including the exhibition 'I'll Tell You Later' at Williamson Art Gallery & Museum, featuring work by the Deaf and British Sign Language photography group Happy Snappers. Other events include 'Residents', a socially engaged portrait project by photographer Ming De Nasty with Liverpool's LGBTQIA+ community, displayed across MerseyRail stations and the gallery's atrium; 'Northern Perspective Artist Talks' at Open Eye Hub Wigan & Leigh, celebrating Northern visual artists; and an artist talk by Yan Wang Preston in conversation with Caroline Edge at the University of Salford, exploring themes of plants, migration, and cultivation.

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article local schedule Sep 25, 2025 visibility 10 link 1 artist, 1 gallery

Lambeth Open 2025 will be happening on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th October

Lambeth Open 2025 will take place on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th October, from 10 am to 6 pm, transforming the borough into a free, public gallery. Artists and makers across Lambeth will open their studios and homes, inviting visitors to explore paintings, sculptures, design, and craft. The event, started in 2009, requires no tickets and features an interactive map on the Lambeth Open website to help plan routes.

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museum exhibitions schedule Sep 4, 2025 visibility 13 link 4 artists, 1 gallery

A Glimpse of Summer Exhibitions in the Panhandle

Three exhibitions in the Texas Panhandle and Concho Valley showcased the work of artists Cody Arnall, Daryl Meador, and Ezra Tucker. At the Charles Adams Studio Project (CASP) Satellite Gallery in Lubbock, Arnall's show "Boredom and Failure (v.II)" featured sculptures and videos exploring imperfection, including an awning projecting a mirrored sky. In the same city, Daryl Meador's "Big Empty Blues" at Co-Opt Research + Projects presented textile art and quilts addressing labor, incorporating text from musicians and materials like waffle knit. The San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts hosted "The Art of Ezra Tucker," a survey of the artist's transition from illustration to fine art, focusing on wildlife paintings with masterful light and color.

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museum exhibitions schedule May 14, 2026 visibility 10 link 8 artists, 1 gallery

Fabian Perez Gallery Showcases 20 Artists in Neo-Emotionalism Exhibition

Fabian Perez Gallery in Los Angeles is hosting the Neo-Emotionalism Group Exhibition, featuring 20 artists working in painting, photography, and sculpture. The show, running through May 23, centers on feeling and memory, with artists like Shaylen Nelson, Awadé Wade, James Smith, and Martinos Aristidou presenting works that explore personal and cultural narratives. Nelson, an Afrocentric Realism painter, uses Black figures and music to place culture within traditional painting, while Wade’s piece "Abstract Love" draws on a Prince song and uses a tree as a symbol of life and transition.

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museum exhibitions schedule May 13, 2026 visibility 10 link 6 artists, 1 gallery

Native Artistic Instincts

The Indah Gallery, located within the Roblar Winery complex near Santa Ynez, is hosting a solo exhibition titled "Many Roads" by Native American artist Mitchell Robles. The show features works such as the large triptych "Thunder Mountain," along with pieces like "Little Thunder Horse," "Leaping Brown Horse," and "Sitting Bull," which blend ancient indigenous iconography with contemporary neo-Expressionist techniques. Gallerist and founder Max Gleason, himself an artist, has transformed a former barn into a dedicated art space that provides a serene setting for Robles's culturally resonant work.

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museum exhibitions schedule May 13, 2026 visibility 8 link 2 artists, 1 gallery

Cushing artist’s exhibition features ‘The Colors of Nature’ at Damariscotta gallery

River Arts in Damariscotta, Maine, will host artist Mark Christopher's solo exhibition 'The Colors of Nature' from May 14 through June 3. The show features bird carvings, stone sculptures, and oil paintings inspired by the natural world, with an opening reception on May 23. Christopher, a Cushing resident, began carving birds in high school wood shop and later worked as a wildlife biologist before returning to art.

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article local schedule May 12, 2026 visibility 13 link 12 artists, 1 gallery

Gallery openings and exhibits in Central Oregon this week

This article lists numerous gallery openings and ongoing exhibits across Central Oregon, including venues such as Amejko Artistry, Art Adventure Gallery, Artists’ Gallery Sunriver, and the High Desert Museum. Featured shows include nomadic woven artwork by Anna Amejko Peterson, a 40th anniversary exhibition of Jefferson County artists, “A Man Named York” at the Belknap Exhibit Center, and “Drawn West — A History of Promoting Place” at the High Desert Museum, among many others spanning pottery, photography, fiber art, and historical displays.

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article local schedule May 11, 2026 visibility 11 link 4 artists, 1 gallery

Art on the Square returns for 24th year with art, food and entertainment

Belleville Art on the Square returns for its 24th year from May 15-17, 2026, in downtown Belleville. The festival features over 100 artists from more than 27 states and one international artist, showcasing works in multiple mediums. Highlights include artist demonstrations by the Gateway East Artists Guild, a high school art show with judged awards, a Children's Art Garden with interactive activities, live entertainment at the Wine Court, and food vendors offering a variety of cuisines. Admission is free, and the event runs Friday evening through Sunday afternoon.

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museum exhibitions schedule May 11, 2026 visibility 11 link 9 artists, 1 gallery

14th Kibria Printmaking Fair: Celebrating a distinct artistic tradition

The 14th Kibria Printmaking Fair concluded on May 9 at Kala Kendra in Lalmatia, Bangladesh, as part of a month-long printmaking festival running from May 1 to May 23. The fair brought together printmaking studios and institutions from across the country, alongside works by pioneering late artists Safiuddin Ahmed and Mohammad Kibria. It was inaugurated by artists Rafiqun Nabi and Monirul Islam, with a special exhibition titled "Pioneers of Printmaking" showcasing early works by key figures who established printmaking as a distinct artistic language in Bangladesh. The festival also includes workshops, artist talks, and a forthcoming "Contemporary Printmaking Exhibition" from May 12 to May 23.

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article local schedule May 8, 2026 visibility 12 link 3 artists, 1 gallery

"Shared Spaces" Opens Season at Haley Art Gallery

Haley Art Gallery in Kittery, Maine, has opened its 21st season with the group exhibition "Shared Spaces," featuring works by Paul Burke, Sheridan Cudworth, Barbara D’Antonio, Jozimar Matimano, Bill Oakes, and Carlos Vega. The show runs through August, with gallery artist talks scheduled for June 13 and June 27. The gallery also offers special purchasing incentives for local business owners and designers, as well as a Victorian Tea-Time Art experience for groups.

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article local schedule May 6, 2026 visibility 15 link 5 artists, 1 gallery

5 exhibits to see at Salem’s galleries, museums in May

Salem's galleries and museums are hosting five notable exhibitions in May, including 'Jew&' at the Salem Art Association for Jewish American Heritage Month, featuring 25 local Jewish artists; 'Courage and Compassion' at the Willamette Heritage Center, exploring Japanese-American internment through local stories; the Annual Invitational Photography Show at Elsinore Framing & Fine Art Gallery; 'Confluence – Where forms converge' at the Stefani Art Gallery, pairing geometric abstraction with woodcarving; and the third annual Keizer Riverwalk Art Fair organized by the Keizer Art Association.

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article local schedule May 5, 2026 visibility 23 link 8 artists, 2 galleries

First Fridays celebrates art spaces

Every first Friday of the month, around 20 galleries and art spaces in Ithaca, New York, open their doors for free evening exhibitions from 5 to 8 p.m. as part of the First Fridays tradition, also known as Ithaca Gallery Nights. The event, now facilitated by artist and curator Michael Sampson since 2023, features both traditional venues like State of the Art Gallery and non-traditional spaces such as Greenstar Co-op and St. Luke Lutheran Church, aiming to expand participation and include newer artists. Featured shows include "Black and White and …" by Ileen Kaplan and David Watkins at SOAG, and "Geometric Abstraction" by Mauro Marinelli, Michael George, and Laura Dale George at The Gallery at South Hill.

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article local schedule May 5, 2026 visibility 16 link 9 artists, 1 gallery

Art in Our Region: What’s On in May

This article is a regional arts calendar for Grey Bruce, Ontario, detailing exhibitions and events taking place in May 2026. Highlights include Liz Zetlin's immersive video installation "More Than Human — a year in my garden" at the Tom, John Laughlin's "Lovers and Losers" at Grey Gallery, Tanya Zaryski's mixed-media show at Deep Water Gallery, and a stained-glass exhibition by Chris Malleck at the MAD Gallery. The Durham Art Gallery features Breanne Jeethan's "The System is Broken," and the Southampton Arts Centre presents complementary shows by Brian Hanley and Nancy Cornforth. The article also promotes the BiblioArts print and book arts fair, studio classes at Georgian Bay School for the Arts, and makers markets.

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museum exhibitions schedule May 5, 2026 visibility 14 link 2 artists, 1 gallery

New art exhibition on memory, landscape and emotion opens in Andover

A new art exhibition titled 'Undercurrent' has opened at Unity Art Studio in the Chantry Centre, Andover, running until May 16, 2026. The show features abstract works by artist Caroline Perkins, a Royal College of Art graduate and QEST Scholar, that explore themes of memory, landscape, deep time, and emotional experience.

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museum exhibitions schedule Apr 29, 2026 visibility 10 link 4 artists, 1 gallery

Local creatives weave together art and action with month-long Orozco Gallery exhibit

Curator Yen Ospina has organized "We Are La Voz II," a month-long pop-up exhibition at Orozco Gallery on The Commons in Ithaca, running from April 3 to May 2. The nomadic gallery highlights Latine fiber artists, featuring works that evolve over time and include textiles, embroidery, and fiber paintings. The exhibition serves as a tribute to Debra Castillo, a Cornell professor who co-founded the first Orozco Gallery exhibit in 2024 and passed away in October 2025. Artists like Sarah Lopez and Carolina Osorio Gil contribute pieces that explore themes of identity, memory, and resilience, with Ospina using the project to process her grief and counter rising anti-immigrant rhetoric.

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museum exhibitions schedule Apr 29, 2026 visibility 16 link 5 artists, 1 gallery

Homecoming for local artist in new West Lothian exhibition

Artist Leo du Feu is returning to his hometown of Linlithgow, Scotland, for his largest solo exhibition to date, titled 'Homecoming,' at the Gallery at Linlithgow Burgh Halls. Running from 22 May to 17 September 2026, the show traces the evolution of his work across nature, landscape, wildlife, and storytelling, and includes new pieces inspired by fatherhood and emotional well-being. The exhibition also marks the 15th anniversary of the gallery's opening in 2011, and a free artist talk is scheduled for 17 June.

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museum exhibitions schedule Apr 28, 2026 visibility 11 link 3 artists, 1 gallery

New photo exhibit at Godfrey Dean Art Gallery focuses on storytelling

The Godfrey Dean Art Gallery in Yorkton is hosting a new photography exhibition titled 'Storied Telling: Performative & Narrative in Photography,' organized by the Organization of Saskatchewan Arts Councils (OSAC) through its Arts on the Move program. Running until May 15, the show features six Canadian artists—Catherine Blackburn, Lori Blondeau, Xiao Han, Marium Magsi, Meryl McMaster, and Laura St. Pierre—whose work uses the camera to create layered, story-driven images exploring themes of identity, cultural heritage, diaspora, and history.

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article local schedule Apr 28, 2026 visibility 16 link 6 artists, 1 gallery

Young talent shines at fourth annual student art show

Slanted Art Co-Op in Montrose hosted its fourth annual student art show, featuring high school artists from four of the six school districts in the county. Students displayed works in acrylic, oil, pastels, ceramics, and mixed media, with some pieces available for sale. Notable participants included Forest City senior Amanda Borsheski, whose acrylic painting "Mandarin" and other works won multiple awards, and Blue Ridge senior Madison Gaylord, who exhibited a paint-dotted vinyl record and a relief sculpture. The event was curated by the students themselves and included awards such as Judges Delight and People's Choice.

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museum exhibitions schedule Apr 24, 2026 visibility 15 link 3 artists, 1 gallery

Gallery Jupiter presents "The Immersive Landscape" - works by Christie Scheele

Gallery Jupiter in Little Silver, New Jersey, presents "The Immersive Landscape," a solo exhibition of paintings by artist Christie Scheele, running from April 30 through June 11, 2026. The show features Scheele's open vista landscape paintings and her new Place Series assemblages, which incorporate foraged natural materials like stones, bark, and seaweed. An opening reception is scheduled for April 30. In conjunction with Earth Day, Scheele also collaborated with artist Kathleen Sweeney and designer Dominick Santise on EcoAction Cards, a set of activity cards aimed at inspiring environmental action.

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article local schedule Apr 17, 2026 visibility 16 link 2 artists, 1 gallery

Country life as seen in 140 artworks at new gallery exhibition

The Cassino Art Gallery is launching a new exhibition titled "Country Life," featuring over 140 artworks that explore rural existence in New South Wales. Scheduled to coincide with the region's Beef Week celebrations, the show includes a diverse range of entries from local artists and a significant contribution from students through the Youth Creative Project.

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article local schedule Apr 13, 2026 visibility 13 link 1 artist, 1 gallery

Stained glass artists open Mount Vernon arts hub — The Gallery on Gambier

Stained glass artists Kurt and Lorraine Wendling have officially opened The Gallery on Gambier in downtown Mount Vernon, Ohio. The new creative hub serves as the permanent home for their business, Wendling Glass Creations, while also showcasing the work of approximately 20 other artists specializing in mediums ranging from photography to oil painting. The space is designed as a multi-functional venue, incorporating a retail gallery, a custom framing center, and a dedicated classroom for art instruction.

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museum exhibitions schedule Apr 12, 2026 visibility 15 link 13 artists, 1 gallery

Grackle Art Gallery presents "Blank" opening reception

Grackle Art Gallery is set to host "Blank," a group exhibition curated by the artist duo Kickpigeon Kids. Featuring works from students and affiliates of The Alternative Art School, the show explores the conceptual theme of blankness as a site of limitless potential and unsaid narratives. The curators, Cosmo Jones and Max Marshall, employ an experimental approach by integrating the artists' works with found objects and ephemera to create a singular, immersive installation.

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article local schedule Apr 9, 2026 visibility 10 link 2 artists, 1 gallery

Newsletter: Help us grow — forward this email today

The Union Hall Gallery in San Diego's Golden Hill neighborhood recently debuted "Gossip," a multidisciplinary exhibition featuring the work of seven local female artists. The opening reception drew over 100 attendees, signaling a strong community interest in local grassroots art initiatives. Additionally, the city is preparing for the upcoming Barrio Logan Art Crawl, a recurring cultural event that highlights the region's creative scene.

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article local schedule Mar 29, 2026 visibility 14 link 3 artists, 2 galleries

Art in Our Region: What’s On This Month

The Grey Bruce region is experiencing a seasonal surge in artistic activity with several key exhibitions opening across local institutions and independent spaces. The Tom Thomson Art Gallery is currently headlining with 'Forecast', a dialogue between Tom Thomson’s landscapes and contemporary environmental art, alongside a retrospective of Harold Klunder’s abstract paintings. Other notable highlights include Marc Matei’s solo show at Grey Gallery and the annual juried exhibition 'Naked' at Deep Water Gallery in Wiarton.

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article local schedule Mar 1, 2026 visibility 8 link 1 artist, 1 gallery

Spruill Center for the Arts to add 15 artist studios in Chamblee

The Spruill Center for the Arts is expanding its footprint by converting the former Chamblee City Hall into a new creative hub called Spruill Studios. Scheduled to open in June 2026, the 6,796-square-foot facility will house 15 affordable artist studios and a dedicated exhibition space. The project is the result of a strategic partnership with the City of Chamblee, which is leasing the 2002 building to the nonprofit for just $1 per year.

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museum exhibitions schedule Oct 4, 2025 visibility 18 link 1 artist, 1 gallery

Emerging Sabah artist debuts solo show at Wei-Ling Gallery

Wei-Ling Gallery in Kuala Lumpur presents 'Trilogy: The Lightseeker', the debut solo exhibition of 25-year-old Sabah-born multidisciplinary artist Iwadh Mahadi. The show, running from Tuesday to November 1 at Wei-Ling Contemporary, is the latest output of the gallery's WLG Incubator programme, launched in 2020 to support emerging Malaysian artists through mentorship and dialogue. Iwadh, who works in bamboo mosaics, frottage, and printmaking under a self-described 'conceptual naturalism', developed the exhibition over seven months under the guidance of established artist Choy Chun Wei, with additional mentorship from British artist Adam Chodzko and gallery director Lim Wei-Ling.

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