The popular Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit is coming to Charlotte. From June 18th to September 12th, 2021, the digital art experience will take place in Camp North End's historic Ford Building. It's being presented by Blumenthal Performing Arts. This is the closest it's coming to the Triangle, for now, so if you're tempted to make a road trip, here are some things to know. What is the Immersive … [Read more...] about Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit coming to Charlotte — here’s what you need to know to plan a road trip!
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Opening reception for “Discover The Art of Dr. Seuss” at LaMantia Gallery Raleigh
LaMantia Gallery Raleigh, at 440 Daniels Street, Raleigh, is presenting the show "Discover The Art of Dr. Seuss" during the month of February. LaMantia Gallery Raleigh will share a very rare selection of artworks from The Art of Dr. Seuss Collection. Visitors may explore and acquire works from Dr. Seuss’s best-known children’s books, as well as The Secret Art of Dr. Seuss, a mind-expanding … [Read more...] about Opening reception for “Discover The Art of Dr. Seuss” at LaMantia Gallery Raleigh
Art reception with free coffee at Cary’s Coffee & Crepes
Coffee & Crepes, at 315 Crossroads Blvd, Cary, specializes in sweet and savory crepes and locally roasted coffee and espresso. They also serve up waffles and smoothies. Enjoy your treats on the outside patio if you choose! In addition, Coffee & Crepes is a home to local art, hosting work by different artists every month. Through February 23rd, Coffee & Crepes will feature the … [Read more...] about Art reception with free coffee at Cary’s Coffee & Crepes
Art Walk on Franklin in Chapel Hill — view augmented reality art and win prizes
Downtown Chapel Hill has collaborated with Carolina AR/VR Club and UNC Arts Everywhere to present Art Walk on Franklin, through January 24th, 2021. Art Walk on Franklin is a cutting-edge augmented reality experience to highlight local art and generate more foot traffic for downtown businesses. Visit these businesses along Franklin Street in Chapel Hill to view 10 pieces of local … [Read more...] about Art Walk on Franklin in Chapel Hill — view augmented reality art and win prizes
In Celebration of Diwali: Mandala street painting at Dix Park
VAE Raleigh is presenting an event, In Celebration of Diwali: Mandala Street Painting at Adam's Building Parking Lot at Dix Park. The painting will take place on Saturday, November 7th, 2020, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the finished artwork can be viewed on Sunday, November 8th, 2020, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. If you'd like to register to participate to create some artwork, click here and … [Read more...] about In Celebration of Diwali: Mandala street painting at Dix Park
Canceled: Holly Springs Chalk Festival
This event has been canceled due to inclement weather. On Saturday, October 10th, 2020, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Holly Springs is holding the first Holly Springs Chalk Festival. Artists can register to create a piece of artwork using just chalk. All artists ages 6 to adults may enter. Artists will be divided into 3 age groups: 6 - 12 13 - 17 18+ Artists can … [Read more...] about Canceled: Holly Springs Chalk Festival
SPARKcon 2020 canceled
SPARKcon is an interdisciplinary creativity, art & design festival produced by the non-profit creativity incubator, Visual Art Exchange, in Raleigh NC. SPARKcon is not taking place in 2020, but will be back better than ever in 2021. … [Read more...] about SPARKcon 2020 canceled
Intergalactic Soulstice — a Virtual Afrofuturist Arts Festival presented by Ackland Art Museum
Ackland Art Museum is presenting Intergalactic Soulstice: A Virtual Afrofuturist Arts Festival from Friday, June 19th, to Sunday, June 21st, 2020. It will take place online and it's free to watch. Intergalactic Soulstice is a virtual Afrofuturist festival inspired by ART& Intergalactic Soul: Project LHAXX at the Ackland Art Museum. Puppeteer Jeghetto Performs 5P1N0K10 … [Read more...] about Intergalactic Soulstice — a Virtual Afrofuturist Arts Festival presented by Ackland Art Museum
Fun ways to paint at home, with options from local studios, including pottery painting, plus every Bob Ross episode, and even paint-by-number kits for adults
If you've already made quick work of the Netflix catalogue, and you'd like to do something a little bit different during your time at home, how about painting? Even if you don't have any artistic talent that you know of, there is plenty of help available to guide you as you create your masterpiece. Paint and Sip at Home Local studios that offer "paint and sip" events have had to close their … [Read more...] about Fun ways to paint at home, with options from local studios, including pottery painting, plus every Bob Ross episode, and even paint-by-number kits for adults
Rockefeller Center’s Happy Hour Art Party: get your photo drawn as an illustration
Rockefeller Center is holding a weekly virtual Happy Hour Art Party on Fridays from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. The event takes place on Rockefeller Center's Instagram, so make sure to follow the account. That way you'll see when the Instagram Live event starts. At the Happy Hour Art Party, @angelicahicks, Rockefeller Center friend & illustrator, brings the Rockefeller Center community to life on … [Read more...] about Rockefeller Center’s Happy Hour Art Party: get your photo drawn as an illustration