Discover local artists and artist organizations within your community while enjoying gallery talks, gallery sketching, plein air painting in the gardens, maker opportunities, live music, a cash bar, a food truck, and more during this free event.
Akron Art Museum has partnered with local artists’ organizations to host a CreativeCONNECT event on August 17, 2023, from 6-9 PM.
Discover local artist organizations within your community and meet local artists while enjoying the galleries and grounds of the Akron Art Museum. The event will include gallery talks, gallery sketching, plein air painting in the gardens, maker opportunities, live music, a cash bar, a food truck, and more! The event is free to attend, registration is requested, and ample parking is available across the street from the venue.
The following artist organizations will be in attendance: Akron Black Artist Guild, Akron Society of Artists, Artists of Rubber City, Cuyahoga Valley Art Center, Hudson Society of Artists, Ohio Collage Society, and Women’s Art League.
Highlights of the CreativeCONNECT event include:
Akron Black Artist Guild: Offering an interactive literary activity, bringing a captivating fusion of words and art.
Akron Society of Artists: Live ... view more »
Akron Art Museum has partnered with local artists’ organizations to host a CreativeCONNECT event on August 17, 2023, from 6-9 PM.
Discover local artist organizations within your community and meet local artists while enjoying the galleries and grounds of the Akron Art Museum. The event will include gallery talks, gallery sketching, plein air painting in the gardens, maker opportunities, live music, a cash bar, a food truck, and more! The event is free to attend, registration is requested, and ample parking is available across the street from the venue.
The following artist organizations will be in attendance: Akron Black Artist Guild, Akron Society of Artists, Artists of Rubber City, Cuyahoga Valley Art Center, Hudson Society of Artists, Ohio Collage Society, and Women’s Art League.
Highlights of the CreativeCONNECT event include:
Akron Black Artist Guild: Offering an interactive literary activity, bringing a captivating fusion of words and art.
Akron Society of Artists: Live painting and drawing sessions with a model within the Beatrice Knapp McDowell Grand Lobby, as well as plein air painting on site, capturing the museum’s picturesque surroundings.
Artists of Rubber City: A pop-up exhibition within AAM’s Beatrice Knapp McDowell Grand Lobby, showcasing a dynamic array of works from local artists.
Cuyahoga Valley Art Center: Engaging gallery talks and providing the community with limited sketchbooks for gallery sketching, encouraging creativity and exploration.
Hudson Society of Artists: On-site plein air painting throughout the day, capturing the essence of Akron Art Museum’s landscape.
Ohio Collage Society: Live collage-making demonstrations and interactive activities to introduce attendees to the fascinating world of collage art.
Women’s Art League: An artist lecture and demonstration in the Charles and Jane Lehner Auditorium, providing valuable insights into the creative process.
This unprecedented collaboration marks the first time these seven artist organizations have united to celebrate the visual artist communities of Summit County. Each group will bring their unique perspectives and creativity, activating the Akron Art Museum space in a manner reflective of their individual organizations.
The event is free to attend, attendees are kindly requested to register in advance to secure their spots. Ample parking is available across the street from the venue, ensuring a convenient and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
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