Past Art Exhibits 2012

in Hillsborough, North Carolina...

November

"Hearth and Home: Arts and Crafts for Joyful Living"

The Gallery at the Hillsborough Arts Council at 220-B South Churton Street presents “Hearth and Home: Arts and Crafts for Joyful Living” featuring work by George Campbell, Justin Cole, Carol Green, Gail Greene, Jan Harris, Helen Jones, Catherine Kramer, Jo Lovvorn, Mary Ann Peter, Barbara Rich, Marie Smith, Colleen St. John, Diff Whitmore, and Cedar Ridge High Woodworkers.   The show runs from October 26 through December 26.  Opening reception on October 26 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 643-2500.

"Artist's Favorites"

ENO Gallery  at 100 South Churton Street presents “Artist's Favorites” in the Upper Gallery and “Figurative Ceramics” by Tinka Jordy in the Lower Gallery.  The shows run from October 26 through December 23.  Reception on November 30 from 6 – 9 pm.   For more information call (919) 833-1415 or visit their facebook page.


"Octet IV"

The Skylight Gallery presents “Octet IV” a group exhibition with paintings, drawings, photographs and ceramics by Louanne Watley, Michael Brown, Joanie Alexander, Eleanor Mills, Jim Kellough, Kathleen Batson, Tom Willis and Steven Brouillard.  Reception on November 30 from 6 – 9 pm.   For more information call (919) 929-2691 or (919) 644-8637.

Dorothy Whitmore

Cup A Joe at 120 West King Street presents mixed media by Dorothy Whitmore.  The show runs from November 1 through 30.  Artist reception on November 30 from 6 – 9 pm.   For more information call (919) 732-8056.


"The Art of Giving"
 
The Hillsborough Gallery of Arts at 121 North Churton Street presents  “The Art of Giving” featuring art for the holidays by the gallery’s 22 artists.  The show runs November 12 through January 13, 2013.  Opening reception on November 30 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 732-5001.

October

"Hearth and Home: Arts and Crafts for Joyful Living"

The Gallery at the Hillsborough Arts Council at 220-B South Churton Street presents “Hearth and Home: Arts and Crafts for Joyful Living” featuring work by George Campbell, Justin Cole, Carol Green, Gail Greene, Jan Harris, Helen Jones, Catherine Kramer, Jo Lovvorn, Mary Ann Peter, Barbara Rich, Marie Smith, Colleen St. John, Diff Whitmore, and Cedar Ridge High Woodworkers.   The show runs from October 26 through December 26.  Opening reception on October 26 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 643-2500.

"Artist's Favorites"

ENO Gallery  at 100 South Churton Street presents “Artist's Favorites” in the Upper Gallery and “Figurative Ceramics” by Tinka Jordy in the Lower Gallery.  The shows run from October 26 through December 23.  Reception on October 26 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 833-1415 or visit their facebook page.


"Realities" by Tiffney Marley

The Skylight Gallery presents “Realities” a Multimedia Tribute to the Poor by Tiffney Marley.  Reception on October 26 from 6 – 9 pm.   For more information call (919) 929-2691 or (919) 644-8637.

"Backyard Play" by Tom Stevens

Cup A Joe at 120 West King Street presents “Backyard Play” watercolor paintings with a puzzle to solve by Tom Stevens.  The show runs from October 2 through 31.  Artist reception on October 26 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 732-8056.


18th Annual Orange County Artists Guild Open Studio Tour Preview Show
 
The Hillsborough Gallery of Arts at 121 North Churton Street presents the 18th Annual Orange County Artists Guild Open Studio Tour preview show featuring work from the 75 artists participating in this year’s tour.  The show runs October 23 through November 11.  Opening reception on October 26 from 6 – 9 pm.   For more information call (919) 732-5001.

September

"Under the Moonlight" by Vivien WuShuan Burns and Emily Jo Lees

The Gallery at the Hillsborough Arts Council at 220-B South Churton Street presents “Under the Moonlight” featuring Chinese brush paintings by Vivien WuShuan Burns and Japanese-inspired pottery by Emily Jo Lees.  The show runs from September 28 through October 20.  Opening reception on September 28 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 643-2500.

"Near and Far" by Mike Hoyt

ENO Gallery  at 100 South Churton Street presents “Near and Far” featuring oil paintings by Mike Hoyt.  The shows run from August 31 through October 21.  Opening reception on August 31 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 833-1415 or visit their facebook page.


Andrea DeGette

The Skylight Gallery, Media Arts Exchange and Andrea DeGette present a show of photographs and multi-media work exploring the production of Degette’s feature film project “Dry Moon”.  Shot in Hillsborough and the surrounding county the film is a study of town and country life through the experiences of Gracie Lee and her mother as they are forced "out of eden".  Reception on September 28 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 929-2691 or (919) 644-8637.

"Memories" by Ronald Pierce

Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston at 114 West King Street presents “Memories” oil paintings by Ronald Pierce.  The show runs from September 28 through October 26.  Opening reception on September 28 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 732-6101.

Laura Farrow and Shannon Bueker

Cup A Joe at 120 West King Street presents watercolors and sketches by Laura Farrow and Shannon Bueker.  The show runs from September 1 through 30.  Artist reception on September 28 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 732-8056.


"Meditations" by Lolette Guthrie, O'Neal Jones, and Pringle Teetor
 
The Hillsborough Gallery of Arts at 121 North Churton Street presents “Meditations” featuring paintings by Lolette Guthrie, handcrafted furniture by O’Neal Jones and blown glass by Pringle Teetor.  The show runs September 24 through October 21.  Opening reception on September 28 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 732-5001.

"Featured Women" by Kathleen Gwinnett
"Old Stomping Ground" by Anna Crawford

The Depot at Hillsborough Station at 246 South Nash Street presents  “Featured Women” featuring watercolor and acrylic paintings by Kathleen Gwinnett.  The show runs September 1 through 30.  And “Old Stomping Ground” featuring watercolor and mixed media by Anna Crawford.  The show runs from September 5 through November 4.  Artists reception on September 28 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 619-0073.

August

"Course Corrections: New Work by Melissa Walker"

The Gallery at the Hillsborough Arts Council at 220-B South Churton Street presents “Course Corrections: New Work by Melissa Walker” featuring abstract acrylic paintings incorporating nautical charts as collage.  The show runs from August 31 through September 22.  Opening reception on August 31 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 643-2500.

"Near and Far" by Mike Hoyt

ENO Gallery  at 100 South Churton Street presents “Near and Far” featuring oil paintings by Mike Hoyt.  The shows run from August 31 through October 21.  Opening reception on August 31 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 833-1415 or visit their facebook page.


"GemBox" by Lindsley Bowen

The Skylight Gallery presents “GemBox” featuring vintage jewelry and findings plus jewelry boxes by Lindsley Bowen.  Artist reception on August 31 from 6 – 9 pm.  Additional hours on Saturday September 1 from 11 am – 2 pm.  For more information call (919) 929-2691 or (919) 644-8637.

"Hillsborough's Artists of the Future" by "KidsTrack" Pre-School

Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston at 114 West King Street presents “Hillsborough's Artist of the Future” featuring work by children from the local “KidsTrack” Pre-School.  This show is in conjunction with Cup-a-Joe's kids cookie competition a few doors down.  The show runs from August 31 through September 25.  Opening reception on August 31 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 732-6101.

Judy Woodall

Cup A Joe at 120 West King Street presents photography and mixed media by Judy Woodall.  The show runs from August 1 through 31.  Artist reception on August 31 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 732-8056.


"Possibilities" by Susan Hope, Renee Leverty, and Michele Yelin
 
The Hillsborough Gallery of Arts at 121 North Churton Street presents “Possibilities” features three artists working in different mediums who take a non-linear path to inspiration; kiln-formed glass by Susan Hope, metal sculpture by Renee Leverty, paintings and mixed media by Michele Yellin.  The show runs August 27 through September 23.  Opening reception on August 31 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 732-5001.

Andrea Krivacka

The Depot at Hillsborough Station at 246 South Nash Street presents  Featuring photography by Andrea Krivacka.  The show runs August 1 through 31.  Artist reception on August 31 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 619-0073.

July

"Gracelee Lawrence: Artifacts and Creatures" by Gracelee Lawrence

The Gallery at the Hillsborough Arts Council at 220-B South Churton Street presents “Gracelee Lawrence: Artifacts and Creatures” featuring mixed media sculptures by Gracelee Lawrence.  The show runs from July 27 through August 25.  Opening reception on July 27 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 643-2500.


"90 plus" by JLiggins

The Skylight Gallery presents “90 plus” a photography exhibit/essay by JLiggins featuring people in their 90’s who are self-sufficient and passionate about life.  Artist reception on July 27 from 6 – 9 pm.  Extended show dates Saturday: July 28, August 4 and 11.  For more information call (919) 929-2691 or (919) 644-8637.

Josh Taylor

Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston at 114 West King Street presents watercolors by Josh Taylor.  The show runs from July 27 through August 28.  Opening reception on July 27 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 732-6101.


"Refractions" by Linda Carmel, Marcy Lansman, and Pam Isner
 
The Hillsborough Gallery of Arts at 121 North Churton Street presents “Refractions” featuring paintings by Linda Carmel and Marcy Lansman, mosaics and glass art by Pam Isner.  The show runs July 23 through August 26.  Opening reception on July 27 from 6 – 9 pm.   For more information call (919) 732-5001.

Dallas Pridgen

The Depot at Hillsborough Station at 246 South Nash Street presents photography by Dallas Pridgen.  The show runs July 27 through August 27.  Artist reception on July 27 from 6 – 9 pm.   For more information call (919) 619-0073.

June

"Places: Monochrome and Polychrome" by Scott Mais and Simone

The Gallery at the Hillsborough Arts Council at 220-B South Churton Street presents “Places: Monochrome and Polychrome” featuring photography by Scott Mais and Simone.  The show runs from June 29 through July 21.  Opening reception on June 29 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 643-2500.

Jacob Cooley, Donna Polseno, and Nick Joerling

ENO Gallery  at 100 South Churton Street.  For more information call (919) 833-1415 or visit their facebook page.

The upper gallery features landscape paintings by Jacob Cooley and ceramic figurative sculpture by Donna Polseno.  Each of these artists presents a coherent vision free of unnecessary decoration by their ability to subtract the non essential.  Pascal once apologized to a correspondent saying: “The present letter is long, as I had no time to make it shorter."  Likewise, in painting and sculpture one can distill a work to it’s essential elements.  Both Cooley and Polseno have an aesthetic that eschews superfluous embellishment to elegantly reveal the absolute and necessary.

Jacob Cooley received his BFA from the University of Georgia in 1990 and his Masters degree at the University of North Carolina in 1993.  His work is in numerous national and international collections including The Kenan Institute for the Arts, the U.S. Embassy in Podgorica, Montenegro, and the Nasher Museum of Art in Durham, NC.
"The glowingly soft treatment of the surface and the lyrical compositions make Cooley's transcendental landscapes speak softly, but powerfully"
Kate Dobbs Ariail

Donna Polseno received her BFA at Kansas City Art Institute and her Masters degree at the Rhode Island School of Design in 1974.  Her work is in numerous important collections including The American Museum of Ceramic Art in Pomona CA, the Kansas City Art Institute, the Mint Museum in Charlotte NC and the St. Louis Museum of Art.
"Donna Polseno is a ceramic artist of consequence - an artist of distinction..."
Wayne Higby - Chair of Ceramic Art, Alfred University.

The lower gallery features ceramic work by Nick Joerling.  Both shows run from June 29 through August 25.  Opening reception on June 29 from 6 – 9 pm.


"FlipSide, Two Shows in One Venue: p.m. to 7:30 and 7:45 to 9:30" by Hunter C. Levinsohn

The Skylight Gallery presents “FlipSide, Two Shows in One Venue: p.m. to 7:30 and 7:45 to 9:30” featuring mixed media by Hunter C. Levinsohn.  There will also be a food drive for the IFC Pantry in Carrboro along with voter registration forms.   Artist reception on June 29 from 6 – 9 pm.  Additional hours on Sunday July 1 from 1 – 4 pm.  For more information call (919) 929-2691 or (919) 644-8637.

"Watercolor Inspirations" by Jo Westbrook

Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston at 114 West King Street presents “Watercolor Inspirations” featuring paintings by Jo Westbrook.  The show runs from June 29 through July 24.   Opening reception on June 29 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 732-6101.

Chance Murray

Cup A Joe at 120 West King Street presents oil and mixed media paintings by Chance Murray.  The show runs from June 1 through 30.  Artist’s reception on June 29 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 732-8056.


"Scapes" by Garry Childs, Eduardo Lapetina, and Pat Merriman
 
The Hillsborough Gallery of Arts at 121 North Churton Street presents “Scapes” featuring pottery by Garry Childs, paintings by Eduardo Lapetina and Pat Merriman.  The show runs June 25 through July 22.  Opening reception on June 29 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 732-5001.

"Connectivity" by Amy Fletcher

The Depot at Hillsborough Station at 246 South Nash Street presents “Connectivity” featuring oil and acrylic paintings and interactive mixed media by Amy Fletcher.  Artist reception on June 29 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 619-0073.

May

"Transforming Light" by Ginny Runge and Lucartha Kohler

The Gallery at the Hillsborough Arts Council at 220-B South Churton Street presents
“Transforming Light” featuring watercolors by Ginny Runge and cast glass sculptures by Lucartha Kohler.  The show runs from May 25 through June 23.  Opening reception on May 25 from 6 – 9 pm.   For more information call (919) 643-2500.

"Surface Tension" by Daniel Essig and Vicki Essig

"Right & Left" by Jennifer Miller

ENO Gallery  at 100 South Churton Street presents “Surface Tension” in the upper gallery featuring a compelling two person exhibition with the book based sculptures of Daniel Essig and the fine hand woven fiber installations of Vicki Essig.  “Right & Left” in the lower gallery featuring an exhibition of Jennifer Miller’s new paintings including watercolors from recent months of healing and change.  The shows run from May 25 through June 24.  Opening reception on May 25 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 833-1415 or visit their facebook page.


"The Playful Pet Exhibit" by R. Dean and Nadine Warner

The Skylight Gallery at 102 West King Street presents  “The Playful Pet Exhibit” unique houses, hideaways, and teepees for cats, ferrets, rats and small agile dogs and  other creations by R. Dean and Nadine Warner.  Artists reception on May 25 from 6 – 9 pm.  Additional hours on May 26 from 12 – 4 pm.  For more information call (919) 929-2691 or (919) 644-8637.

The Orange High Art Students Show

Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston at 114 West King Street presents the Orange High Art Students Show.  The show runs from May 25 through June 24.  Opening reception on May 25 from 6 – 9 pm.   For more information call (919) 732-6101.

Joe Gargasz

Cup A Joe at 120 West King Street presents mixed media by Joe Gargasz.  The show runs from May 1 through 31.  Artist’s reception on May 25 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 732-8056.


"Mystic Chords" by Chris Graebner, Jude Lobe, and Mirinda Kossoff
 
The Hillsborough Gallery of Arts at 121 North Churton Street presents “Mystic Chords” featuring painters Chris Graebner and Jude Lobe and jeweler Mirinda Kossoff.  Works are inspired by a quote from Abraham Lincoln’s First Inaugural Address, in which Lincoln referred to the “mystic chords of memory,” which he hoped would bind a fractured nation together.   The show runs May 21 through June 24.  Opening reception on May 25 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 732-5001.

"Musaic Mosaics" by Justin Johnson and Nikki Jaeger

The Depot at Hillsborough Station at 246 South Nash Street presents “Musaic Mosaics” featuring glass mosaics with a musical theme by Justin Johnson and Nikki Jaeger.  The show runs May 6 through June 4.  Artists reception on May 25 from 6 – 9 pm with a special performance by award-winning instrumentalist, Justin Johnson beginning at 8:30 pm.  For more information call (919) 619-0073.

April

“Lost, Found, Made New” by Jim Adams

The Gallery at the Hillsborough Arts Council at 220-B South Churton Street presents
“Lost, Found, Made New” featuring mixed media by Jim Adams.  The show runs from April 20 through May 19.  The artist’s reception was on April 27 from 6 – 9 pm.   For more information call (919) 643-2500.

“Lines of Communication”

ENO Gallery  at 100 South Churton Street presents “Lines of Communication” invitational painting exhibition featuring seven artists who explore the landscape and metaphors of the iconic telephone pole and lines of communication that connects us together.  The shows run from April 27 through May 20.  Opening reception on April 27 from 6 – 9 pm.   For more information call (919) 833-1415 or visit their facebook page.


"Potshots" by David Rogers

The Skylight Gallery at 102 West King Street presents "Potshots" featuring photography by David Rogers.  Opening reception on April 27 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 929-2691 or (919) 644-8637.

"Reflections of the Eno" by Alexander Armstrong

Coldwell Banker Howard Perry and Walston at 114 West King Street presents "Reflections of the Eno” featuring photography by Alexander Armstrong.  The show runs from April 27 through May 21.  Artist’s reception on April 27 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 732-6101.

"Seven Seeded Things and Objects of My Desire" by Leah Foushee Waller

Cup A Joe at 120 West King Street presents “Seven Seeded Things and Object of My Desire” featuring sculptures by Leah Foushee Waller.  The show runs from April 1 through 30.  Artist’s reception on April 27 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 732-8056.


"Visions Revealed" by Arianna Bara, Ali Givens, Pat Lloyd and Kim Wheaton
 
The Hillsborough Gallery of Arts at 121 North Churton Street presents “Visions Revealed” featuring jeweler Arianna Bara, fiber artist Ali Givens, wood turner Pat Lloyd, and painter Kim Wheaton who find unique ways to express their inner lives.  The show runs April 23 through May 20.  Opening reception on April 27 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 732-5001.

"Lisa at the Depot" by Lisa L. Jones

The Depot at Hillsborough Station at 246 South Nash Street presents “Lisa at the Depot” featuring mixed media on canvas by Lisa L. Jones.  The show runs April 4 through 30.  Artist reception on April 27 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 619-0073.

March

“Hillsborough Downtown Arts & Crafts Show Preview”

The Gallery at the Hillsborough Arts Council at 220-B South Churton Street presents
“Hillsborough Downtown Arts & Crafts Show Preview” featuring fifteen of the artists participating in the popular annual Hillsborough Downtown Arts & Crafts Show to be held on Saturday, April 14th.  A variety of media represented include pottery, jewelry, fiber, glass, wood, painting, collage and photography.  The show runs from March 16 through April 14.  Artists’ reception Friday March 30 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 643-2500.

“Totems and Talismans” Sculpture Invitational
Solo Exhibition by Donna Polseno

ENO Gallery  at 100 South Churton Street features “Totems and Talismans” Sculpture Invitational.  Eleven artists exhibit their contemporary interpretations of “Totems and Talismans”.  Exhibiting artists include: Alice Ballard, Lisa Creed, Daniel Essig, John Geldersma, Virginia Gibbons, Kelly Guidry, Tinka Jordy, William Moore, Hope Swann, Kathy Triplett, and Susan Wells.  A solo exhibition of ceramic vessels in the lower gallery featuring Donna Polseno “Metaphors of Containment”.  The shows run from February 24 through April 22.  Reception on March 30 from 6 – p pm.  For more information call (919) 833-1415 or visit their facebook page.


"Queens" by Dimples Gibss and Rudy Johnny

The Skylight Gallery and DiRu Designs at 102 West King Street presents debut art exhibit “Queens” featuring the eclectic art work of Dimples Gibss and Ruby Johnny.   Opening reception Friday March 30 from 6 – 9 pm.   For more information call (919) 929-2691 or (919) 644-8637.

Brad Farlow

Cup A Joe at 120 West King Street presents paintings by Brad Farlow.  The show runs from March 1 through 31.  Artist’s reception Friday March 30 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 732-8056.


"Primaeval" by Ellie Reinhold, Eric Saunders, and Lynn Wartski
 
The Hillsborough Gallery of Arts at 121 North Churton Street presents “Primaeval” featuring paintings byEllie Reinhold, photography by Eric Saunders, and sculpture by Lynn Wartski.  The show runs March 26 through April 22.  Opening reception on March 30 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 732-5001.


February

“Personally Yours: Portraits and Cottage Scapes” by Dorothy Whitmore

The Gallery at the Hillsborough Arts Council at 220-B South Churton Street features “Personally Yours: Portraits and Cottage Scapes,” by Dorothy Whitmore including oil, watercolor, and acrylic paintings, pastels, pen and ink drawings, and pottery.  The show runs from February 3 through March 10.  Artist reception was on February 24 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 643-2500.

“Totems and Talismans” Sculpture Invitational
Solo Exhibition by Donna Polseno

ENO Gallery  at 100 South Churton Street features “Totems and Talismans” Sculpture Invitational.  Eleven artists exhibit their contemporary interpretations of “Totems and Talismans”.  Exhibiting artists include: Alice Ballard, Lisa Creed, Daniel Essig, John Geldersma, Virginia Gibbons, Kelly Guidry, Tinka Jordy, William Moore, Hope Swann, Kathy Triplett, and Susan Wells.  A solo exhibition of ceramic vessels in the lower gallery featuring Donna Polseno “Metaphors of Containment”.  The shows run from February 24 through April 22.  Reception on March 30 from 6 – p pm.  For more information call (919) 833-1415 or visit their facebook page.


"Dreams for Tomorrow" by Calvin Brett

The Skylight Gallery at 102 West King Street features "Dreams for Tomorrow" acrylic on wood by by Calvin Brett.  The show is a fund raiser for The Tomorrow Fund for Hispanic Students.  Calvin Brett will donate 40% of his sales to the fund and the show's visitors may also donate to the fund.  The show runs from February 24 through March 23.   Opening reception on February 25 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 929-2691 or (919) 644-8637.

Dallas Pridgen

Cup A Joe at 120 West King Street features photography by Dallas Pridgen. The show runs from February 1 through 29.  Artist reception on February 24 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 732-8056.


"Ebb & Flow"
 
The Hillsborough Gallery of Arts at 121 North Churton Street features “Ebb & Flow” new artwork by the local artists at the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts.  The show runs February 20 through March 25.  Opening reception on February 24 from 6 – 9 pm.  For more information call (919) 732-5001.
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