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The Art Galleries at Central Piedmont Presents “From the Vault! Adopt a Ceramic Show”

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Art Exhibition

The Art Galleries at Central Piedmont are proud to bring to you a unique exhibition of 3D works of art titled, “From the Vault! Adopt a Ceramic Show.” This is a collection of works not seen by the public eye for years.

The Art Galleries boasts a diverse selection of ceramic artworks in need of a new home. Many of these pieces on exhibition were removed from the college’s old library prior to its demolition on Central Campus. No longer will these ceramics stay in boxes collecting dust in storage. Instead, they will soon be unboxed for the viewing pleasure of all our gallery visitors during this special exhibition.

“From the Vault! Adopt a Ceramic Show” is no ordinary art exhibition. It comes with a special twist that the Central Piedmont Art Galleries hopes everyone will find enticing. The goal is to find a new home for each ceramic in the show in a Central Piedmont staff member’s office, rather than return the piece to storage Central Piedmont staff will be invited to “adopt” one of the ceramics for their current office area throughout the exhibition. Since the college already owns all of the ceramics in the show there is no paperwork or payment required for the ceramics, making the adoption process undeniably smooth.

Central Piedmont’s permanent art collection contains more than 700 unique works of art with the vast majority created by the college’s visual arts students. Pieces in the collection range from the college’s infancy in the 1960s, to the present day. The ceramics in “From the Vault! Adopt a Ceramic Show” represent a small portion of the collection.

When: June 7 – August 5 Monday – Wednesday 10a.m. – 2 p.m., or by appointment.

Where: Central Piedmont Central Campus, Overcash Art Gallery, Overcash Center

Central Piedmont Art Galleries to Host Summer Art Exhibition ‘Through an Artist’s Eyes’ beginning June 4

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Central Piedmont Art Galleries to host art exhibition ‘Through an Artist’s Eyes’ beginning June 4 and the event ‘Vandals Make Your Mark’ on July 9.
Central Piedmont’s Art Galleries are pleased to present “Through an Artist’s Eyes,” June 4 – July 16, 2020, in the North Classroom Building, located on Central Campus. “Through an Artist’s Eyes” is a collaborative exhibition with the Gaston County Museum of Art and History, featuring the artwork of Gaston County High School students and curated by Hannah Musselwhite.
“Through an Artist’s Eyes” showcases artwork concentrations spanning multiple disciplines, including drawing, painting, photography and 3D sculptures. Every year, Gaston County art teachers choose artwork from their students to be judged by the Gaston County Museum of Art and History (GCMAH). The winning artworks become part of the museum’s annual art exhibition of elementary through high school students. This year, the museum partnered with the Central Piedmont Art Galleries to display part of this exhibition on Central Campus showcasing the first through third place winners from the high school section.
“Vandals Make Your Mark,” is a collaborative event with GCMAH. The museum and Central Piedmont Art Galleries staff will demonstrate how to mix a painting medium of cornstartch, food coloring and water. This fun splash of color and culture allows Central Piedmont students the chance to explore their artistic expression by using the cornstarch mixture to paint the sidewalk. This event will occur in conjunction with the opening reception for “Through an Artist’s Eyes.”
  • Exhibition Dates: June 4 – July 16
  • Opening Reception: Thursday, July 9, 4-6 p.m. in the North Classroom Building
  • “Vandals Make Your Mark:” Thursday, July 9, 1-5 p.m. on the quad outside the North Classroom Building, Central Campus
  • Address: 1141 Elizabeth Ave., Charlotte, NC 28235
*These events are subject to change based on COVID-19 guidelines.

The “2020 Annual Juried Student Art Show” exhibition dates have been extended! This Show will remain on display in the Ross Gallery from now until September 24. An opening reception for the students will be rescheduled for early in the fall semester. Virtual Exhibition Access

Harmony With an Edge” exhibition featuring Alice Ballard has been extended! This show will remain on display in the Overcash Gallery until July 16. Alice will also be hosting a video lecture to be released later in June.

Virtual Exhibition Access

The Exhibition ‘Shift’ Comes to the Ross and Overcash Art Galleries

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Featuring artists Reuben Bloom, Amanda Foshag and Heather Lewis
Ross and Overcash Art Galleries
August 12 – October 3, 2019

“Shift” explores the idea of assigning value to the invaluable. Unifying found, recycled, and uncommon objects, Bloom, Foshag, and Lewis use these materials to create their art. All three artists work in various types of media, constructing their creations out of chaos. Each one strives to find beauty in the dramatic shifts of life through deconstruction, rebirth, and growth.

Opening Reception in Ross Gallery
Thursday, August 29; 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Artist Lectures
Reuben Bloom: Date: Thursday, September 19 at 12:30 p.m. in Tate Hall
Heather Lewis: Date: Thursday, September 26 at 10 a.m. in Tate Hall
Amanda Foshag: Date: Monday, September 30 at 3 p.m. in Tate Hall