ARLIS/NA Conference Publicity - Spotlight on the Local Art Scene

Spotlight on the Local Art Scene

There’s a lot happening in the local art scene in Indianapolis. John Updike once said “What art offers is space - a certain breathing room for the spirit.” So, take some time to get out of the hotel and breathe in some art. Here are some links to help you figure it all out! (check out the Conference Blog at http://arlisnaindy.wordpress.com/ for links to each venue).

Local Art Galleries by Cultural District

Mass Ave Arts District [http://www.discovermassave.com/home.cfm]
- Dean Johnson Design and Gallery (M-F 11am-5pm) - April exhibition: “4+1¡È features works from four painters and one glass artist
- Franklin Barry Gallery and The Frame Shop - Works in a variety of media
- G. C. Lucas Gallery - Work inspired by European and American masters
- Loudermilk Photography and Gallery (M-W 10am - 5pm, TH-F 10am - 8pm) - Various media including painted canvas, sculpture and ceramic pottery
- McFee Gallery and Studio (F 12pm-7pm, Sa 12-7pm, other times by appointment) - April Artist of the Month: Recent paintings by Brian Phillips
- Ruschman Art Gallery (Tu-Sa 11am-5pm) - April exhibition: Arthur Liou “Improbable Waves” videos & prints

Fountain Square [http://www.discoverfountainsquare.com/index.cfm]
- Alchemy Art + Aesthetics (Tu 11-8, Wed 10-6, Thur & Fri 11-8, Sat 10-5) - an art gallery plus full-service hair salon
- AV Framing Gallery (Tu, W, F, Sa 10am-2pm; Th 3-7pm) - April exhibition: “Picture Show: Imaginary Moments from the Silver Screen” brand new works by Emma Overman
- Big Car Media and Big Car Gallery (Sa 1-4 and by appointment) - An all-volunteer arts organization with a gallery and performance venue
- Domont Studio Gallery (Th-Sa 11am-5pm, and by appointment) - Contemporary gallery dedicated to the diverse paintings, drawings & photographs of John J Domont
- Murphy Art Center (M-F 9am-5pm, Sa 11am-5pm) - first floor sells art supplies and decorative papers, second floor has 23 artist’s studios. Open house on the first Friday of each month.

Broad Ripple Village [http://www.discoverbroadripplevillage.com]
- Artifacts (M-Sa 10am-6pm; Su 12-5pm) - American contemporary crafts
- Artistry in Clay - Pottery and custom tile
- Editions Limited Gallery of Fine Art (M-F 9am-5pm, Sa 10am-3pm) - original art, limited edition prints, sculpture, commissions and posters

Indiana Avenue [http://www.discoverindianaavenue.com/home.cfm]
- ARTBOX (W-F 11am-2pm and by appt.) - April exhibition: “Liberation: paintings by Brian Myers”
- STUTZARTSPACE (M-F 11am-2pm and during open houses and scheduled events) - nonprofit visual art center. “One-Peek Show” opens April 3rd

Old Northside Historic District [http://www.oldnorthside.org/]
- Harrison Center for the Arts - The Harrison Center for the Arts seeks to be a catalyst for renewal in the city of Indianapolis by fostering awareness, appreciation, and community for arts and culture. Harrison Center tenants include: 23 local artists (studio space),VSA Arts, the Harrison Gallery, The Nature Conservancy, and Redeemer Presbyterian Church.
- Morris-Butler House Museum - April Exhibition: Dearly Departed: The Art of Victorian Mourning (10am-3:30pm)