THIS WEEK AT THE EMERSON

EMERSON ART WALK

THANK YOU!

THANK YOU for celebrating 33 years with us!

What an incredible and magical first Emerson Art Walk it was! Even the raven was in party mode 🥳

Huge thanks to exhibiting artists, Kirsten Kainz and Christopher Campbell, all the Art Market vendors, the Food truck vendors, and Luke Flansburg for playing live music!

We can't wait for June 12 and hope you can all make it out from 5-9pm. It's also the first Downtown Bozeman Art Walk on Main Street, so there will be much to do and see!

Emerson Art Walks (2nd Fridays 5-9pm)

May 8

June 12

July 10

August 14

September 11

MOUNTAIN AIR DANCE PRESENTS:

MAGIC IN THE WILD

A dynamic and amazingly fun aerial dance spectacular featuring all levels of Kid & Teen classes, joined by our Youth Performance Company. 

Proceeds support the Mountain Air Dance Youth Performance Company and our Tuition Assistance Program, bringing aerial dance to our community through free and low cost performances and classes.

Friday, May 15

Doors open at 5:30pm

Show begin at 6:00pm

Emerson's Crawford Theater

• (Part 1): A dynamic and amazingly fun aerial dance spectacular featuring all levels of Kid & Teen classes, joined by our Youth Performance Company.

Saturday, May 16

Doors open at 5:30pm

Show begin at 6:00pm

Emerson's Crawford Theater

• A special performance showcasing the strength and grace of The Mountain Air Dance Instructors, Int/Adv Adults, and our Youth Performance Company.



*Tickets available online and at the door

SUMMER ART CAMP!

Summer is just weeks away, and we’re getting geared up for a season full of art, exploration, and contagious creative energy!

Emerson Art Camps run weekly from June-August, Monday-Friday 9am-3pm. This full-day camp encourages creative exploration and learning while playing outside and meeting new friends! We welcome children ages 5-12.

Available Camp Weeks & Themes:

• June 15-19 The Art Apprentice
• (ages 5-8) 2 spots left!
• (ages 9-12)

• June 22-26: The Art Apprentice
• (ages 5-8) 1 spot left!
• (ages 9-12)

• July 6-10: Sculptor's Studio
• (ages 9-12)

• July 13-17: Sculptor's Studio
• (ages 5-8)

• July 20-24: Art & Architecture
• (ages 9-12)

• July 27-31: Art & Architecture
• (ages 5-8)

• August 3-7: Plates & Prints
• (ages 5-8)
• (ages 9-12)

• August 10-14: Plates & Prints
• (ages 9-12)

MUTUAL

BY KIRSTEN KAINZ

Mutual

Kirsten Kainz

Jessie Wilber Gallery, Lobby Gallery, and Galleria Hall Popup Gallery

In Mutual, Kainz utilizes unexpected, everyday materials to create sculptural creatures that invite viewers into a more personal and emotional connection with the living world. Her work suggests that we are inherently wired to respond to beauty and that losing sight of it can have profound consequences.

“At its core, this exhibition is about connection,” Kainz shares. “We take care of the things we love. My work is intended to help us feel more love and connection with the fascinating creatures and ecosystems that we rely on for life. Our fates are mutual.”

Kainz is widely recognized for her large-scale iron animal sculptures as well as her paintings of ephemeral landscapes and bold, expressive horses. Across mediums, her work is unified by a deep reverence for nature and a sense of urgency to protect what is increasingly at risk. She invites viewers not only to admire the natural world, but to honor and care for it.

CALDERA

BY CHRISTOPHER CAMPBELL

Caldera

Christopher Campbell

Weaver Room Gallery

My method is slow, but once moving through the land I work assuredly and intuitively, I find there is little equivocation over what to photograph. I question little when moved to expose a sheet of film. The questions come after. I believe there are always far more questions than answers. The heavy lifting, after I put a photograph out into the world, is up to the viewer. If I have done my job the weight should be manageable in its own way by anyone willing or able to take the time.

Most of my photography these days utilize a 4×5 view film camera. I develop the film in my dark room and then scan the resulting negatives into my computer creating digital files. I will then make subtle adjustments of light value similar to what I might do in the dark room, utilizing Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom. I then make 5×7 inch inkjet prints which I can use to evaluate and plan my film prints. 

Once I have decided what I want to make a silver gelatin print of, I return to the darkroom with the original negative and fully process that into a final archival silver gelatin print. A final note of clarification: the creation of a silver gelatin print does not utilize digital technology at all. All adjustments affecting elements of value, tonality and contrast are made manually in the darkroom.

**Reminder that we offer free school tours with our School in Galleries program! Email education@theEmerson.org for more information!

EMERSON IMPROVEMENT PROJECT

We’re in the process of replacing one of our walkways on the north side of the Emerson! If you attended the Emerson Art Walk on May 8, you probably noticed the bright orange netting outlining the work area. Now imagine that netting replaced with a gorgeous new sidewalk and steps flowing between two lush green spaces! 😍

This project is going to elevate the connecting lawns and be an incredible improvement to our outdoor space. Our goal is $50,000 and we're 20% of the way there! Donate today to help us raise the funds for this historic Emerson Improvement Project!

GALLERY AND STUDIO SPACE AVAILABLE

LEASE CYCLE BEGINS JULY 1!

A new lease cycle begins July 1!

If you're an artist or creative business owner, we welcome you to apply for space at the Emerson. Simply complete the Tenant Inquiry Form below, and we’ll be in touch with information about current studio availability.

To view available studios in person, please schedule a tour with our Director of Operations at emersonops@theemerson.org. Tours are available during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Thank you for supporting the Emerson and our mission to build community through art and culture!

www.theEmerson.org

(406) 587-9797 | office@theEmerson.org

111 S Grand Ave, Bozeman, MT 59715