The Dixon Gallery & Gardens in Memphis is hosting a free exhibition titled "Ladders Take Flight" featuring works by artists Dolph Smith and Colleen Couch, on view until June 29. The show presents a fantastical world of ladder-inspired sculptures and mixed-media pieces, inviting visitors to explore imaginative forms and narratives.
The exhibition matters because it offers free public access to contemporary visual art in a museum setting, highlighting the work of regional artists and fostering community engagement with the arts. It underscores the role of local institutions like the Dixon in making art accessible and supporting artists from the Memphis area.