You don’t usually expect a conversation about mental health to begin in an art gallery. But it happens more often than you might think. Someone pauses at a painting a little longer than usual. Another nearby notices, takes a closer look, and says something like “I can’t explain it, but this really resonates with me.” That’s usually how the conversation […]
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East Cleveland now has a vibrant new hub for contemporary art and community storytelling. Sltwtr Art Gallery, a Black-owned space dedicated to amplifying Black and Brown voices, officially opened its doors on March 20 with a lively reception welcoming artists, collectors, and neighbors alike. From the start, the gallery has positioned itself as both a creative platform and a cultural […]
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SPACES is pleased to invite you to meditations on be(IN) thr(u), a solo exhibition by Brooklyn-based artist ọmọlolú Refilwe Bàbátúndé (shx/they). Refilwe Bàbátúndé is a multimedia artist whose work is rooted in the healing, self-emancipatory properties of Black sound. As SPACES’ Spring artist-in-residence, they have created an immersive installation that forms a constellation, mapping their interdisciplinary artistic practice across the […]
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WALKABOUT TREMONTSecond Fridays, May–OctoberProfessor Avenue, 5-9 pm Walkabout Tremont is a street activation highlighting artists and makers from across Northeast Ohio. From lively street performances to artist pop-ups, Walkabout celebrates the creative spirit that characterizes the Tremont neighborhood. This year’s programming includes guided local history tours, live performances, a pop-up museum in collaboration with the Cleveland Museum of Art’s Education […]
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UNDERSTORY, an artist-run gallery championing new and emerging voices, is dedicated to driving discourse with Darkness, opening July 15. Darkness probes the moist inner workings of the places we are often most unwilling to go: our bodies, our racial identities, and even the ground under our feet. The works in this exhibition challenge the sterility, generational shame, and white supremacy […]
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Valley Art Center is once again pleased to present Art by the Falls 2026, returning for its 42nd year on June 6 and 7 at the scenic Cleveland Metroparks Polo Field in Chagrin Falls. As one of Northeast Ohio’s premier outdoor fine art and contemporary craft festivals, the event continues to grow in both scale and reputation, offering a unique […]
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This summer the Waterloo Arts Gallery and Cafe will feature the work of ten local artists in a group show, curated by Davon Brantley, titled Blooming Tides. From the curator: “This exhibition features Black, AAPI and Latinx Artists and is intended to explore the interconnection, influence and/or impact of their cultures amongst each other through various media. This exhibition allows […]
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Quilting the Commons highlights the creative energy of the Northeast Ohio Modern Quilt Guild (NEOMQG), a grassroots collective founded in 2016 as part of the Modern Quilt Guild. Modern quilting emphasizes innovation, bold design, and improvisation—often favoring solid fabrics over traditional patterns—and increasingly serves as a platform for personal expression and social commentary. Through monthly workshops, retreats, and collaborations with […]
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For the past four years, Zygote Press has hosted an annual June fundraiser celebrating the summer solstice while supporting affordable, accessible opportunities for local artists. The event draws art enthusiasts from across Northeast Ohio, many arriving in vibrant seasonal attire to enjoy food from Cleveland Field Kitchen, music by DJ NicNacc, and a live auction featuring one-of-a-kind works. With limited […]
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Invoked repeatedly, especially by political figures from Calvin Coolidge to Barack Obama, the encouragement to press on regardless of the odds or obstacles has been a part of military campaigns and movements for democracy and every kind of rights, probably since the first person recognized the need for tenacity to overcome any challenge. In the shadow of the nation’s politics, […]
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