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Current Exhibitions
Opening Reception for All Exhibitions
This Friday!
April 4, 5-7 PM
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Cynthia Atwood & Mark Lorah
Heidi Broner | Chris Papa
Apr 4- May 10
Reception: Friday, April 4, 5-7 PM
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Generously Sponsored by:
Goss Logan Insurance
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SHAPE/SHIFT: Objects and Non-Objectives
Mar 14 - Apr 26
Reception: Friday, April 4, 5-7 PM
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In the 1960s, a group of American artists, including Sol LeWitt and Donald Judd, embraced the philosophy of non-objective art. By creating highly simplified geometric art out of industrial materials, they elevated these to an aesthetic level. Their work became known as minimal art. Non-objective art is a general term that defines abstract art forms that lack adherence to identifiable, quantifiable, and observable characteristics of the living world, in other words, non-representational. “Non-objective art may attempt to visualize the spiritual and can be seen as carrying a moral dimension, standing for virtues like purity and simplicity.” This group show honors the legacy of minimalism, abstract, and non-objective movements.
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Goss Logan Insurance
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Holle Black: Tell the Bees
Feb 21-Apr 11
| In many cultures, bees are seen as a spiritual bridge between the physical and spirit realms. “Tell the bees” is about being present and sharing small moments within nature. The small moments are the bridge between the physical and spirit realms.The Featured Artist in The Bank Street Gallery. Learn More... | | | | |
Registration is now open for AVA's Spring After School Classes + Summer Art Camps!
And there's still space available in our Spring Vacation Camps, April 14-18:
| | | | Baby Animals for ages 6-8 with Allison Zito, M-F, April 14-18, 9 am-12 pm - Register Now | | | | The Tree of Life for ages 9-12 with Allison Zito, M-F, April 14-18, 1:30-4:30 pm - Register Now | | AVA's After School classes begin April 21, and Summer Art Camps run every week in the morning and afternoon from June 16-Aug 15. There are classes and camps in the Art of Play, Pottery, Fiber Arts, Painting & Drawing, and much more! | | Upcoming Classes & Workshops | | | | Creativity Workshop: Printmaking with Emily Battles, Saturday, April 12, 6:15-8:30 pm - $25 in advance/$35 at-the-door; all materials included! - Register Now | | | | Collage & Mixed-media Open Studio with Anastasia Tambakis, Thursdays, April 10-June 12, 6-7:30 pm - Open Studio: $260 to register for all sessions or $30 per session - Register Now | | | | Blacksmithing with Roff Harroff, Tuesdays, April 8-May 27, 6-8:30 pm - Register Now | | | | Introduction to Welding with Ian Blackmer, Wednesdays, April 9-May 28, 5:30-8:30 pm - Register Now | | | | Hand-building with Clay with Kärin Rothwell, Wednesdays, April 9-May 28, 6-8:30 pm - Register Now | | |
Canopy
5th Annual Exhibition Supporting Mental Health Awareness
Deadline: Apr 14, 2025
| For the fifth annual exhibition supporting Mental Health Awareness in collaboration with WCBH, we chose the theme and title Canopy to reflect the healing qualities of nature and how being immersed in it offers comfort, protection, and support. Each leaf on a tree symbolizes growth and individual experiences, including the struggles we have overcome. | | | |
The Mudroom:
"Why or Why Not?"
Deadline for submissions:
May 16, 2025
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Conversations:
Cynthia Atwood & Mark Lorah
April 5, 2025
2:00-3:30 PM
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Generously Sponsored by:
Goss Logan Insurance
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Conversations:
Heidi Broner & Chris Papa
April 19, 2025
2:00-3:30 PM
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Generously Sponsored by:
Goss Logan Insurance
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ArtReach-Live Artist Demos
Community Arts Open Studio
Fiber Arts Studio | ArtStop
Senior Art | Art Lab
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Find the Perfect Gift
The Bank Street Gallery at AVA showcases and sells fine art and craft created by AVA Artist Members. Offering a diverse selection—including paintings, pottery, jewelry, sculptures, and more—there’s something for everyone. All artwork is available for purchase. Have a Look...
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Tuesday-Saturday 11 AM-5 PM.
Free and Open to the Public.
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