Calendar of Events

Celebrating the July 4th holiday and honoring the men and women of our military, "Service, Sacrifice, Honor" is a small selection of photographs of those serving their nation and the families supporting them. Several images are representative of the sacrifice of past service and those who continue to honor their memory every day. A grateful people can never forget the cost of freedom. Cheryl Sharp is a Knoxville native and a graduate of the University of Tennessee’s College of Business. Her love of photography began as a passion to document the lives of her large family. She and her husband, Myron, have nine siblings between them with many nieces, nephews and extended family members. Their daughter and son-in-law have added a grandson to the large group. Cheryl photographs everything from Friday night football to friends and family, travel and nature. She and her husband have been fortunate to travel much of the US and parts of Canada. Cheryl's personal favorite is close to home, Cades Cove in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. www.cherylsharp.com

A public reception will take place on Friday, July 1, from 5:00-9:00 PM to which the public is invited to meet the artists and view the artwork. Most of the works are for sale and may be purchased through the close of the exhibition.

The exhibition is on display at the Emporium Center, 100 S. Gay Street, in downtown Knoxville. Exhibition hours are Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM and Thursdays, July 7, 14, 21 & 28, 6:30-9:30 PM. Please note, the Emporium will be closed on Monday, July 4, for the holiday. For more information, please contact the Arts & Culture Alliance at (865) 523-7543, or visit the Web site at www.knoxalliance.com.

A fine arts fair on the historic town square, Tellico Plains, TN
Located at the beginning of the Cherohala Skyway, a national scenic byway in beautiful Monroe County. More details coming soon!

Sponsored by the Artists Association of Monroe County & Tellico Plains Outreach Committee. Information: 423-253-7677 or tncove@gmail.com

Nostalgia on McCalla will be hosting a First Friday event on Friday, July 1st from 6:00pm till 9:00pm. Nostalgia on McCalla is just east of Downtown Knoxville and the energetic First Friday scene. Guests can expect to see local art, vintage items, and handmade wares for sale. Mr. Piggy’s BBQ will be here serving up some awesome food, with desserts made especially for you inside of Nostalgia.

During the festivities the Nostalgic Nights Outdoor Market will be open. Shop local artisans, vintage, retro, industrial, repurposed, shabby chic, and antique booths.

Nostalgia on McCalla has over 11,000 square feet of fabulous vintage. Shop mid-century modern, retro, and handmade local items. Nostalgia on McCalla is located at 1401 McCalla Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37915. For questions about First Friday call 865-622-3252. For information about booth space for Nostalgic Nights Outdoor Market call Jeje at 865-368-6921.

This month's headliner is Columbia, South Carolina's Wayne Cousins. Joining him will be Chattanooga, Tennessee's Grace Holtz, as well as local sets from Knoxville's own Jake James and Daniel Ryan Wade. Our host this month is Sean Simoneau, freshly returned from his secret overseas assignment in Sweden.

As always, there is no cover charge because Saw Works loves you. Come on out for great comedy, delicious food from one of Knoxville's favorite food trucks, and- of course- the best beers from Knoxville's oldest craft brewery.

About Wayne:
Wayne is a native of Columbia, SC. In just a short time, he has made a name for himself in the Cola comedy scene. Fans love that he is always able to make fun of any situation. He's as observant as he is hilarious.

About Grace:
Grace Holtz is a Chattanooga comedian finishing up her BA in Theatre, while working as a waitress to supplement her "everything bad for you" diet. Currently she is traveling to any open mic that will put up with her self-deprecating humor. Overall, millennials have a bad reputation for being lazy and Grace is out to prove those ideals false. She goes fishing every day (via a video game for ages 8-12), surrounds herself with nature (whilst smoking cigarettes and playing said video game), and has a profound love for her Lord and Savior (at least she tells her customers this during the after-church lunch rush to gain more tips). She is humbled by two things: her parents boning that one time and beer. Without them, she wouldn't be where she is today.

Saw Works Brewing Company, 708 E Depot Ave, Knoxville, Tennessee 37917. https://www.facebook.com/events/1795238347372405/

From the artist: The paintings and drawings in my show, Between Here & There, are inspired by the images and memories I’ve collected while living in Okinawa, Japan and also traveling here in the Pacific. Many represent the moments when you've left one place and haven’t arrived at the next.

This show also includes a grid of paintings and drawings inspired by my father’s experience in Okinawa, Japan in 1964 and my experience 50 years later. Our time spent on this island is very different and complex. But from the memories of his time here and love of the culture, I’ve been motivated to explore and see as much of Okinawa as I possibly can, much like he did.

About the artist: Stephanie Untz was raised in Texas but really calls Knoxville, TN her home. Her past work has mostly focused on portraiture, using drawing, painting and printmaking. Since she has moved to Okinawa, Japan, she has been creating paintings and drawings based off the landscape around her. In this new work, she is also mixing in her love of wood sculpture and her new exploration using wood burning as a tool for drawing. Steph Untz received her MFA from University of Tennessee in Knoxville, TN in 2011. She has lived in Okinawa, Japan for the past 3 years.

The Central Collective, 923 N. Central Street, Knoxville, TN 37917. Information: 865-236-1590, info@thecentralcollective.com, www.thecentralcollective.com

Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts is exhibiting works by new Artists-in-Residence – Grant Benoit, Richard W. James, Maia Leppo, Austin Riddle, and Emily Schubert. The Artists-in-Residence Program provides early career, self-directed artists time, space and support to experiment and develop a new body of work in a creative community environment. Each year, five artists of different media are selected for the eleven-month program, which begins mid-June and continues through late May of the following year. Participants receive exhibition opportunities, teaching experience, professional development and a private studio.

Showcasing work in a range of media including functional and sculptural ceramics, fiber, mixed media, jewelry and collage, the exhibit introduces work by Arrowmont’s five Artists-in-Residence as they begin their 11-month residency. The exhibit is on view in the Geoffrey A. Wolpert Gallery. Admission is free and the community is encouraged to attend with their friends and family.

Grant Benoit is a mixed media artist interested in narrative, place and memory. He received his MFA in printmaking from Southern Illinois University and his BA from Spring Hill College. Grant utilizes techniques from ceramics, printmaking, and textiles in his installation and sculptural pieces. www.grantbenoit.com

Richard W. James received his MFA in ceramics from the University of Kansas and his BFA from University of Tennessee, Martin. His figurative sculptures explore childhood experiences and psychological narratives by combining clay, found objects and textiles. www.richardwjames.com

Maia Leppo is a metalsmith and jeweler. Maia received her MFA in metals from SUNY New Paltz. Studying first in Biology and Community Health at Tufts University, Maia incorporates those interests and research into her jewelry and body adornment pieces. www.maialeppo.com

Austin Riddle recently completed his BFA in ceramics from University of Utah. He has previously been to Arrowmont as a studio assistant and makes utilitarian clay objects using a variety of construction, decorative, and firing techniques. www.instagram.com/austinriddlepottery

Emily Schubert graduated from Maryland Institute College of Art with BFA in fiber and textile art. She has spent the past several years studying and working in the art of puppetry and performance. "Drawing from mythology, folktales, memories, and personal experience I create sculptures, characters, puppets, and multi-media performances that aim to make some sense of our existence by giving form to our collective fears, sorrows, and desires," says Emily. www.emily-schubert.com

Gallery hours are Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm and Saturday 10am - 4pm. Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts, 556 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738. Information: 865-436-5860, www.arrowmont.org

: ART MARKET GALLERY'S JULY FEATURED ARTISTS EXHIBIT AND RECEPTION
Art Market Gallery will feature the work of Sandra Abraham and Elaine Fronczek June 28 to July 31. The reception will be First Friday, July 1, 2016. Music will be provided by Robert Heck.

Sandra Abraham's paintings are images of places that she has visited during her travels including the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain, Greece, the Mediterranean, Bermuda, Florida, Maine, Eastern Canada, and the Southwest. “Some of my work is painted plein air, but most of the images are first composed with my camera. Later in my studio the photographs are used to create intimate glimpses of a place that caught my eye.” Sandra uses pastels that she occasionally combines with water media or oil paint. Influenced by Impressionism, she likes to explore the play of color and light within the landscapes of her paintings. In addition to pastels or oil paint, her work has turned to acrylic, gouache, collage or making painterly monoprints.

After retiring from a 40 year career as a clinical pharmacist Elaine Fronczek followed in the creative footsteps of her family. Having spent much of her childhood in her grandmother’s sewing room where she was drawn in by fibers she naturally turned to a fiber medium. In 2008 Elaine attended a workshop at Arrowmont where she learned to wet felt. Here she realized that wool, silk and other natural materials could be manipulated into three-dimensional creations in the color and shape of her choosing. Thus she began her current pursuit in the world of fiber. “I am inspired by the colors of nature and the simplicity and functionality of pieces created by mid-century artists and designers. Using natural renewable materials and repurposed items allow me to create simple objects that bring beauty and comfort to the eye.”

The Art Market Gallery is a unique gallery in Knoxville because it is owned and operated by more than 60 of the best professional artists in our regional area. It is located at 422 South Gay St. and is conveniently located just a few doors away from Mast General Store and next to Downtown Grill & Brewery. Hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday and Saturday; 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday; and 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday. The gallery is wheelchair accessible. Parking is in the abutting garage and on the street and is free on weekends and after 6 p.m. weekdays. For more information call 865-525-5265 or visit artmarketgallery.net or Facebook.com/Art.Market.Gallery

To celebrate the 2016 Judged and Juried Fine Art Show at the Plateau Creative Arts Center (PCAC), the public is invited to the opening reception and awards presentation on Friday, June 24, at 5:00 p.m. at the PCAC. Sponsored by the First National Bank of Tennessee, the show’s winning entries will receive cash prizes, which will be presented at the reception. The Judged and Juried Fine Art Show will run through Tuesday, August 2.

Professional artist, Carol Grant Stevens, will be the Juror/Judge for the Art Guild’s Judged and Juried Fine Arts Show. Carol’s education, work experience, skills, and talents are firmly rooted in the visual arts. Carol graduated from the University of Wisconsin with a BSE degree in Art Education, and she also earned an MS degree from Silver Lake College. At Hartford Union High School, Carol was a Studio Art instructor and Humanities teacher and was chosen Teacher of the Year in 1996. She also wrote and audited Art curriculum for the State of Wisconsin. Carol has been a member and exhibitor in several professional art organizations. Carol and her husband Charlie are professional artists and have recently moved to Fairfield Glade.

View the Judged and Juried Fine Arts Show and enjoy the opening reception at the Art Guild’s Plateau Creative Arts Center, 451 Lakeview Drive (off Peavine Road).

Every summer, the Fountain City Art Center hosts a competition and an exhibition for artists in all 2-D and all 3-D media. Entries generally range from 2-D works in watercolors, oils and acrylics, pastels, pencils, mixed media, and photographs, to 3-D works in , clay, wood, stone, glass, metal, cloth, fiber, recycled materials, tile mosaics, and handmade papers, textiles, and books. The exhibit judges will be Hugh Bailey and Martha Robbins.

Opening reception/awards on Fri Jun 24, 6:30-8:00 PM. Free and open to the public.

Exhibit viewing hours: Tu, Th 9-5; W, F 10-5; Sat 9-1. Fountain City Art Center, 213 Hotel Ave, Knoxville, TN 37918. Information: 865-357-2787, http://www.fountaincityartcenter.com/

Envision Art Gallery invites you to the Solo Exhibition of works by MARK H. CLINE, AWARD-WINNING WEST VIRGINIA ARTIST. Opening reception Friday, June 10th 5-8pm - Meet the artist while enjoying live music, wine, beer, punch and refreshments.

Envision Art Gallery is pleased to introduce Mark to the Knoxville art scene with a solo exhibition of his latest work. Mark is a creative, innovative artist painting with oils on fabric. His topics for this show are masculine, dramatic, humorous and slightly controversial. Mark is a multiple award winning artist, his latest award of excellence being a $2000 cash purchase award by the West Virginia Commission on the Arts through funds appropriated by the West Virginia Legislature and presented to Mark on November 8, 2015 at the Tamarack Gallery in West Virginia. Please see Envision Art Gallery website under “events” for Mark’s resume.

Envision Art Gallery in the Bearden Art District, 4050 Sutherland Avenue (Corner of Sutherland Ave. and Carr St.), Knoxville, TN 37919. Hours: Wed-Thu 11-5, Fri 11-7. Information: 865-438-4154, www.envisionartgallery.com

Rala is proud to present an exhibition by Knoxville artist extraordinaire, Mike C. Berry! "Postcards From Knoxville" is an exhibition of small "postcard size" scenes depicting some of Knoxville's iconic landmarks, all created in Mike Berry's expressive and colorful style. Mike Berry is a local Knoxville painter whose work consists of vibrant scenes of downtown Knoxville. He is the gallery manager of University of Tennessee's Downtown Gallery and an active member of the Art & Culture Alliance of Greater Knoxville.

Please join us for a First Friday Reception, June 3 from 5 - 9 pm

RALA, 323 Union Ave, Knoxville, TN 37902. Information: 865-525-7888, https://shoprala.com/

This exhibition showcases the world of modern paleontology, introducing a dynamic vision of dinosaurs and the scientists who study them. New discoveries and technologies reveal how dinosaurs lived, moved and behaved. Find out how advanced technologies allow scientists to look at fossils in fresh ways. Examine realistic models and casts, and see dinosaurs walk, run and move their long necks in fantastic computer simulations.

McClung Museum of Natural History and Culture, 1327 Circle Park Dr on the UT campus, Knoxville, TN 37996. Hours: Monday-Saturday, 9AM-5PM, Sunday, 1-5PM. Information: 865-974-2144, http://mcclungmuseum.utk.edu