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November 2024
“Your Hands Were Making Artifacts in the Corners Of My Mind”
The exhibition, titled "Your Hands Were Making Artifacts In The Corners Of My Mind," will feature works from 22 artists who are current residents in the PF Studios program. The showcase, guest-curated by Jonathan Herrera Soto, who has shaped this year’s exhibition prompt, will highlight the diverse range of styles, mediums and perspectives that have emerged from the program over the past five years. Nov. 2-30, Public Functionary Main Gallery, 1500 Jackson St. NE, Studio 144. Opening reception: Saturday, Nov.…
Find out more »“Black Memory Red Sea”
nouf saleh will present a solo exhibition of work as a culmination of her past four years in the PF Studios program. In this show, nouf re-stages previous works together in the same room. nouf considers the conversation and relationships that have emerged between these works in space. "Black Memory Red Sea" contends with secrecy, kinship, displacement, separation and memory in Afro-Arab communities, specifically of the Yemeni Muwalladeen. The body of work is an act of soft resistance to the…
Find out more »Logan Park Neighborhood cleanup
Saturday, Nov. 2, 9 am-noon. Meet at The Briar, 1231 Washington St. NE. Coffee, bags, gloves and pick-up sticks provided.
Find out more »Net-making Workshop
Try your hand at traditional net-making with artist Victoria Bradford Styrbicki. Learn the methods and materials used in commercial and recreational fishing along the Gulf Coast, and explore ways to expand on the counting, handwork, postures, rhythms and gestures of tying knots and weaving that go into this disappearing practice. Saturday, Nov. 2, 9:30 am- 12 pm, Mississippi Watershed Management Organization, 2522 Marshall St. NE. Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/net-making-laboratory-tickets.
Find out more »Sauerkraut Supper
Grace Lutheran Church of NE will have their annual Sauerkraut Supper and Quilt Raffle on Saturday, Nov. 2, 5 pm. Take out available 5:30-6:30 pm. Pork loin, sauerkraut, rutabagas, potatoes and more. Tickets are $20 for adults, $12 for children age 5-12, with children under 5 free. A family ticket is available for $50 with a two-adult limit. Grace Center for Community Life, 1500 6th St. NE The entrance doors for the supper are on the 6th Street side, door…
Find out more »Odyssey: A 50-Year Artist’s Journey: Not a Still Life
An Art Renewal Center (ARC) Associate Living Master, Charles Gilbert Kapsner is known for his diverse repertoire, particularly his thought-provoking, Vanitas-style still life paintings. His works include finely developed charcoal drawings, oil portraits and a creative blend of beautiful imagery accessible to all. Works include lush florals, poignant works of social commentary and pieces honoring veterans’ service. Studio Pintura, 1500 Jackson St. NE, #294, Thursday, Nov. 7-Jan. 11, 2025. Opening reception, Nov. 7, 4-7 pm.
Find out more »PF Studios 5th anniversary book release
In conjunction with the five-year anniversary of the PF Studios program, Public Functionary will release a commemorative book. This 150-page volume documents the program's journey, featuring profiles of 35 PF Studios artists, essays by Taylor Jasper, Leslie Barlow, Shana Kaplow and Tricia Heuring, and behind-the-scenes insights into the program's development. The book is designed by PF Studios designers Patricio De Lara and Genie Hien Tran. PF Studios artist talk moderated by Jonathan Herrera Soto and book release: Thursday, Nov. 7, 7-9…
Find out more »War Reports: Labor Camp
Responding to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Piotr Szyhalski began drawing Labor Camp Reports once again. Much like the COVID-19: Labor Camp Report series from 2020, this new and ongoing body of work serves as a way of witnessing and recording the experience of “extreme historical phenomenon” unfolding in real time. Although addressing specific conflicts, many of the War Reports operate on a more universal level condemning war and militarism while drawing our attention to the plight of civilians and refugees. Opening…
Find out more »Fall open studios
Fall in love with art! Friday, Nov. 8, 5-10 pm and Saturday, Nov. 9, 12-8 pm. 30+ quality artists showing handmade paintings, jewelry, sculpture and clothing. Meet the artists, have snacks in Mojo Coffee Gallery, get a jump on holiday giving. California Building, 2205 California St. NE.
Find out more »Zen Center open house
Compassionate Ocean Zen Center, located across the street from the Casket Arts building, is having an open house during Open Casket Weekend at the Casket Arts Building. The Center will be open Friday, Nov. 8, 5–8 pm, and Saturday, Nov. 9, 1–3 pm. Tour the Zen Center, learn about their programs, meet guiding teachers, enjoy refreshments. A short introductory presentation is scheduled for 2 pm. Attend a special meditation and dharma talk for new people on Sunday morning from 9–11:15…
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