Hillsborough Gallery of Arts, 121 N. Churton St., Hillsborough, is owned and operated by local artists. Hillsborough Gallery of Arts represents established artists exhibiting modern and contemporary fine art and fine craft. Artworks include painting, sculpture, ceramics, photography, fiber art, jewelry, blown glass, fused glass, stained glass, metals, encaustics, enamels, watercolors and wood.
The Hillsborough Gallery of Arts is pleased to present an invitational show, “Proximity,” featuring the works of ten North Carolina artists. The show will run from January 27th through February 22nd, with an opening reception will on Jan. 30, 2026, from 6-9 pm. In addition there will be an artist talk on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 4pm.
The participating artists are: Laura Berendsen Hughes, Doug Dotson, Peter Filene, Beau Lyday, Lauren Markley, Annie Nashold, Carol Retsch-Bogart, Erica Stankwytch Bailey, Brad Tucker, and Michele Yellin. This dynamic exhibition will include works in a variety of media—paintings, photography and photographic collages, jewelry, sculpture, pottery, and mixed media.
Although there will be a rich variety of media and artistic styles represented in this show, a common denominator among all of the exhibiting artists is a dedication to creating works with great depth of meaning. The title of the show, “Proximity,” is meant to encompass the range of their subject matter, from the earthy to the mystic, as well as express admiration for the artistic skill and the emotional energy shown by this talented group of creators.
Please help welcome this talented group to the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts. Proximity runs from January 27th through February 22nd, with a reception during Hillsborough’s Last Friday Art Walk on Friday, January 30th from 6-9pm.
On Saturday, February 7th at 4pm these artists will discuss their artistic vision, creative processes and answer questions about their work.
Visit Hillsborough Gallery of Arts on Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and on Sunday 12 to 4 p.m. Special hours during Hillsborough’s Last Friday events: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
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