Let’s transform our words into action and embody the change we want to see, while also challenging the narratives that surround us. The call for action has never been stronger, and there’s no better way to ignite this transformation than by returning to the basics. We believe in the vital role that art and literacy can play in this journey, […]
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Pulling myself away from the grip of the day-to-day offers time to observe and experience all of the Art House activity and energy that happens in and beyond our own studio. Surprises always unfold, as do unexpected associative leaps. After the Urban Bright exhibition comes down, the studio returns to normal: pottery wheels, tables and chairs are once more set […]
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by Karen Petkovic and Beth Milli This fall, BAYarts is launching the newly renovated BAYarts Cultural Center, a unique venue featuring a flexible meeting space with a 100-seat auditorium and stage, a gallery with a full schedule of curated shows perfect to inspire discussion and engagement with art, and an outside patio nestled right in the heart of the Huntington […]
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Tricia Kaman is partnering with BAYarts to showcase a themed collection of work in her upcoming solo exhibition, A Closer Look. The exhibition is designed to show viewers the intricacies of Kaman’s unique creative methods. Paintings from throughout her career will provide examples of her techniques for approaching color and composition, rendering fabrics and metals, and other elements of design. […]
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Interdisciplinary artist Laura Camila Medina will start her second year as a Cleveland Institute of Art (CIA) faculty member this fall. When she isn’t teaching students in the college’s Foundation program, she’s focused on her studio practice—as evidenced by her busy summer. Medina had work in La Casa Compartida | The Home We Share, a group show at The Sculpture […]
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Cleveland Print Room’s (CPR) free Camera Share Program opens a pathway into exploring analog photography, even for aspiring beginners who have yet to acquire their own cameras. Participating members can borrow a film camera from CPR’s collection for two weeks—just like checking out a book from a library. Each participant receives one color and one black-and-white roll of film. CPR […]
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As Akron prepares to embrace the vibrant hues of fall, East Ave Gallery will mirror the season’s energy with the return of its annual MENtor Group Exhibition—a showcase dedicated to celebrating the talent of male artists. This event reflects the gallery’s ongoing commitment to creative exchange and mentoring as we cultivate the next generation of artists through knowledge-sharing and inspiration. […]
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“Think Art for social development” is the EEPMOA motto because exposure to the arts has a wealth of social, educational, and emotional benefits. This motto shapes the programs we offer—like the intergenerational art program. The student exhibit was amazing. Special thanks to Cuyahoga Arts and Culture for their support. It’s extremely fulfilling to witness the growth of our returning students. […]
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Lauren Pearce is a self-taught artist raised in South Florida and currently based in Cleveland. Her work is a vibrant exploration of identity, rooted deeply in her Jamaican heritage and the transformative power of nature. Drawing inspiration from the natural world and her personal journey of “unmasking,” Pearce creates layered, narrative-rich pieces that invite viewers into intimate, imagined worlds. Each […]
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Genghis Con, Cleveland’s beloved small press and indie comics show, returns to the Pivot Center this November. For those who aren’t in the know, Genghis Con showcases cartoonists, zinesters, printmakers, authors, illustrators, and small press publishers from throughout the greater Rust Belt region and beyond. Attendees can expect to encounter everything from talented up-and-comers just beginning to dip their toes […]
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