THIS WEEK AT THE EMERSON

THANK YOU FOR COMING

TO ART WALK!

What a beautiful night Friday was! THANK YOU to everyone who came to support artists & the arts in our community. It's so fun to welcome you all to the Emerson for this evening of celebration. See you July 10!

EMERSON ART CAMP!

Our first session is underway and we're having SO MUCH FUN!

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.

Limited Space in the following camps:

• June 22-26: The Art Apprentice (begins MONDAY!)
• (ages 5-8)
• (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

Kirsten's exhibit in our Jessie Wilber Gallery closes June 30. Come see it while you can!

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

Closing June 30. Come see it while you can!

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!

HELP KEEP OUR LAWN BEAUTIFUL

Summer Art Camp is now using the north and west lawns. Please no dogs on the Emerson lawn Monday-Friday 8am-4pm

Thanks for your understanding! 🐾

HOLIDAY NOIR AUDITIONS

Well well well...

That time of year has arrived: planning for Holiday Noir 2026 is officially underway!

We're looking for acts that are holiday-themed, but with a twist. A little spice. A little heat. A little mischief under the mistletoe.

Think festive, but unexpected. Naughty and nice. Very Holiday Noir.

Start polishing those acts and reserve your audition slot for September 21, 22, or 23.

Bring us your cabaret, burlesque, comedy, circus, drag, dance, or anything delightfully seasonal and tastefully scandalous. And tell all your friends.

Audition registration is now open.

HISTORIC EMERSON IMPROVEMENT PROJECT

We’re in the process of replacing one of our walkways on the north side of the Emerson! If you've walked by and noticed the orange netting, this is the project zone. Now imagine that netting replaced with a gorgeous new sidewalk and steps flowing between two lush green spaces! 😍

This fresh sidewalk will elevate our north 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. Some of our most coveted studios are becoming available! 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