Wildlife and nature

Animal shelters and rescues

Theater and dance

Rivers, parks and trails

Hunger and food

Schools and learning

Housing and homelessness

Community health

Mental health

Mentoring and foster care

Legal help and rights

Jobs and money help

Atlanta

The Triangle

Everywhere

The Collective Workshop

Royal Animal Refuge

Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta

Georgia Advancing Communities Together

Atlanta Writers Club

Cobb Collaborative

Bosleys Place

Jewish Fertility Foundation

Artspace is a nonprofit visual arts center at 201 East Davie Street in Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina, that connects artists and the community through exhibitions, studios, residencies and workshops.

Artspace closed to the public for Art Bash preparation

Art Bash: 40th Anniversary Edition

Art Bash After-Party

Artspace x VAE Artist Critique (free)

Capturing Emotions

Tongue & Groove Open Mic (free)

Artspace Open Studio (free)

artspace First Friday

Framing The City

artspace fresh Family Day

Fiber Drawing with Linette Knight

Artspace closed to the public for Art Bash Clean Up

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Alison Green Charchar

Nuha Moretz

Ana Carolina Hurant

Rose de Leon

Meg Farrell Buckingham

Kelly Hutzel

Shannon Corgan

Diana Gil Vélez

Mary Ellen

Wendy Spears

Carly Jones-Barstow

Charles Barefoot

Level up your oil painting skills! 🎨 Intermediate Oil Painting: Capturing Emotions (ages 16+) SAT November 21, 1-4pm, $80 (Members discount available) Sign up with the “Youth, Teen, and Adult Classes” link in our bio! Join our studio artist, Tessa Dahlmann, for a deep dive into capturing emotion and micro-expressions in portraiture. As a participant, you can expect to learn how to use facial anatomy, expressive brush strokes, and color temperature to inform your portrait painting practice, while ensuring and maintaining your personal style. The Zorn Palette, along with Alizarin Crimson and Ultramarine Blue will be the required paints for this class. Participants are required to provide their own oil paints and Artspace will provide everything else needed (canvases, easels, brushes etc.) . . . #ArtClass #OilPainting #RaleighNC

Here is the last preview of the pieces in the Live Art Bid at Art Bash 2026! Curated by our host committee (Carly Jones-Barstow, Eric McRay, Andrea Nixon, Thomas Sayre, and Robert Zaytoun), the bid will feature exclusive original art pieces from stellar North Carolina artists who have been part of Artspace's history! For the full list of participating artists, visit the Art Bash webpage linked in our bio. To preview the works in person, visit Artspace anytime during our open hours (Thurs-Sat, 11am-7pm and Sun, 11am-4pm) The bid takes place live and in person, so the only way to collect one of these pieces is by coming to Art Bash! Tickets are available with the link in our bio and include private collecting opportunities, culinary delights, signature cocktails, art experiences, and more (almost sold out). . . . #Artspace40 #ArtBashNC #LiveArtBid

Help us curate all the good vibes for Art Bash! We're starting to build our playlist, and we'd love to hear your recommendations. Think '80s, think fun, think colorful, think celebratory, think night out on the town! Comment below with your song suggestions 🪩 Event attendees will also get to vote on song choice and order while at the event, and listen to DJ Rhymic at the after-party! Learn more about Art Bash at https://artspacenc.org/art-bash/ . . . #Artspace40 #ArtBashNC

Here’s what we’ve got at Artspace this week: 🌟 Teacher Workday Camp (last one for the fall!) TUE November 3, 9am-5pm ($105) 🌟 Member Happy Hour FRI November 6, 4-6pm 🌟 November First Friday FRI November 6, 5-10pm (free) 🌟 Artspace on the Go @ Death Faire, The Plant SAT November 7, 11am-5pm ($15+) 🌟 Tongue & Groove Open Mic SUN November 8, 1-3pm (free) 🌟 Open Studio (free all-ages art making) SUN November 8, 1:30-3:30pm (free) Learn more and see what else is coming up on our website calendar (linked in bio) . . . #ArtspaceNC #RaleighNC

🌟 Call for Artists + Vendors! The days are getting shorter, the holiday season is fast approaching, and our annual holiday mini mall is back on Sunday, December 13! Inspired by the nostalgia of a 1990’s holiday shopping mall experience, our holiday mini mall will feature our studio artists, up to 48 small business vendors, holiday treats, activities, and more. We are looking for vendors to share their handmade goods at the mall. New to vending but want to give it a try? We will also have shared table options available. In an effort to be as inclusive as possible, there is no application fee, and the table fee is only $25 for half a 6-foot table space, or $50 for a full table (tables will be provided by Artspace)! The event will take place indoors, so no need for tents. 🌟 Applications will be juried on a rolling basis. The last day to apply is November 25. Apply today with the link in our bio! . . . #ArtspaceNC #RaleighNC #HolidayMarket

Throwing it back to when Bob Ross came to Artspace! 🎃🎨 If you’re also a teaching artist looking for a cool opportunity, check out our call for Summer Art Program teachers! We’re looking for workshop proposals in all kinds of visual art media, including drawing, sculpture, printmaking, sewing, and more for our annual summer program serving students in grades 1-12. The call closes December 7, so get your proposals ready to go! https://artspacenc.org/calls-for-art/ . . . #ArtspaceNC

Thank you to PNC for sponsoring Art Bash this year! We are so grateful for their support of the arts, helping ensure that people of all ages have the opportunity to create, learn, and explore meaningful art experiences. . . #Artspace40 #ArtBashNC

Got plans on November 14? Whether you've got an Art Bash ticket or not, you're invited to our first ever Art Bash After-Party! 🪩 From 9-11pm, we'll be bringing back the '80s with DJ Rhymic, dancing, and creative cocktails available for purchase! Tickets are $25 and are available for purchase on the Art Bash webpage (linked in our bio). All proceeds support Artspace's mission and year-round work. We have 2 volunteer slots left for the After-Party, so head to the link in our bio to sign up. Volunteers get free access to the main event as well. Art Bash VIP and general admission ticket holders have automatic access to the After-Party. . . . #ArtBashNC #Artspace40

November First Friday is celebrating all the North Carolina art, with some exciting new exhibitions and experiences! On the First Friday of every month from 5-10pm, we offer a FREE night of exhibitions, activities, and more! Our First Friday also includes a sensory-friendly time with smaller crowds and no amplified music from 5-6pm. November First Friday will feature: 🔹 Art Bash Live Art Bid Preview in Gallery 1 🔹 "FRESH" juried by @liarosenewman in Gallery 2 🔹 12x12 Member Showcase in the Corridors 🔹 Exhibition by @artbyjoeltesch in the People's Studio 🔹 Learn about Day of the Dead from artist Pepe Caudillo @bwpepe (presentation at 5:30pm), enjoy a performance from Orgullo y Alma Latina @bforgulloalmalatina (6:30pm), and add to our community ofrenda! 🔹 Live music by Vito Dito + Ken Moshesh, 7-9pm @vito_dito @kenmoshesh 🔹 Connect with @raleigh_arts and learn about upcoming public art projects 🔹 Meet and shop with our 30 studio artists 🔹 All ages art activity, 5-8:30pm We can't wait to see you there! . . . #ArtspaceNC #RaleighNC #FirstFriday

Come visit and contribute to our Day of the Dead (Día de los muertos) ofrenda! Created by local artist Pepe Caudillo, the ofrenda serves as a communication system between us and our loved ones who have passed on. It is believed that on November 1 and 2, the souls of our loved ones return to visit and are welcomed by offerings of flowers, food, and favorite objects laid out on an altar. Our ofrenda will be up until November 8. We invite you to visit, leave an object, a photo, and/or a written message for your loved ones that are no longer here. Pepe will also give a short presentation with more information about Día de los muertos and the ofrenda at 5:30pm on November 6 (First Friday) 🩷🕯️ . . . #ArtspaceNC #RaleighNC

Enter to win this stunning ruby necklace and earrings set from Diamonds Direct, in celebration of Artspace's ruby anniversary! 🌟 @diamondsdirect is known for an incredible selection of beautifully crafted jewelry for every life stage and occasion, and we are so thrilled about this generous donation. This set is valued at over $4000 and includes: ⭐️ 14k white gold pendant featuring a round 0.59ct natural ruby with a halo of natural round brilliant-cut diamonds ⭐️ Pair of 18k white gold clover motif drop earrings featuring 0.80ct natural rubies accented by 0.35ct of natural diamonds Raffle tickets will be available for purchase at Art Bash, so make sure to get your event ticket, they're almost sold out! (Visit the Art Bash link in our bio to learn more) . . . #Artspace40 #ArtBashNC

Here’s what we’ve got at Artspace this week: 🌟 FRESH Preview Party THU October 29, 6-9pm (free) 🌟 Adult Workshop: Framing the City with Ana Galizes (still a few tickets left!) SAT October 31, 1-4pm ($35) 🌟 Art Bash Collector’s Preview Brunch SUN November 1 11am-1pm (free) 🌟 Open Studio (free all-ages art making) SUN November 1, 1:30-3:30pm (free) Learn more and see what else is coming up on our website calendar (linked in bio) . . . #ArtspaceNC #RaleighNC

We've got 4 more adult classes open this fall, so if you've been looking for a sign to try something new and creative, here it is! Our classes are designed to be low-pressure and welcoming, giving you a chance to learn from skilled local teaching artists, practice visual experimentation, and take home a piece of your hard work. Plus, materials are included, and Members get 10% off! Coming up: 📸 Photography: Framing the City - SAT October 31, 1pm @anateresagalizes 🎨 Intermediate Oil Painting: Capturing Emotions - SAT November 21, 1pm @tessadahlmann_art 🪴 Pottery + Plants - SAT December 5 + 12, 1pm @ashleybb.art 🐶 Pet Ornament Paintings - THU December 10, 6pm @gabriella.corter Learn more with the "Youth, Teen, and Adult Classes" link in our bio! All classes take place in our building in Downtown Raleigh. Share this with a friend you want to take a class with! . . . #ArtClass #RaleighNC

Here is your second preview of the pieces in the Live Art Bid at Art Bash 2026! Curated by our host committee (Carly Jones-Barstow, Eric McRay, Andrea Nixon, Thomas Sayre, and Robert Zaytoun), the bid will feature exclusive original art pieces from stellar North Carolina artists who have been part of Artspace's history! For the full list of participating artists, visit the Art Bash webpage linked in our bio. The only way to participate in the bid is by coming to Art Bash! Tickets are still available with the link in our bio and include private collecting opportunities, culinary delights, signature cocktails, art experiences, and more. . . . #Artspace40 #ArtBashNC #LiveArtBid

Congratulations to our October Ambassador of the Month, Naimah Chandler! Naimah always brings a bright and joyful presence, and her love for art is so apparent in everything she does! She writes, “I love volunteering at Artspace because it keeps me close to my passion, and there's nothing like seeing others get just as excited as I am about every form of art. That connection is what drew me in from the start, and it's what keeps me coming back.” @ndjc_ap Are you looking for volunteer opportunities in Raleigh? Click the link in our bio for more info on how to join our team of Artspace Ambassadors! . . . . #ArtspaceNC #VolunteerNC

Meet Mary Poole–former President + CEO of Artspace! Mary led our organization for nearly 20 years and was instrumental in so much of the growth Artspace has experienced, including more exhibition opportunities for artists, a strengthened outreach and education program, and the purchase of our building. By purchasing the building, Mary, the Board, the staff, and the city helped protect a key piece of Raleigh’s history, ensuring that affordable artist studios, exhibitions, and creative space remain in this historic downtown location despite rising prices and city growth. We’re grateful to hear a little more of her Artspace story. . . . #Artspace40 #RaleighNC

Want to join the fun and support Art Bash for a lower cost? After-Party tickets are still available! Enter through a speakeasy side entrance to the party in Gallery 2 upstairs (accessible entrance through the front door). Come dressed up with your best teased hair and shoulder pads to pay homage to our founders and celebrate Artspace's 40th Anniversary in style. Bodacious '80s-themed cocktails and other drinks will be available for purchase. November 14, 9-11pm 🪩 Learn more with the "Art Bash" link in our bio. *After-Party tickets are $25 and do NOT include entry to the Art Bash main event. They are valid only for the After-Party beginning at 9pm. ** Ticket holders of Art Bash General Admission or VIP tickets will be automatically admitted to the After-Party. No additional ticket required.

Here is a sneak peek at just a few of the pieces that will be part of our Live Art Bid at Art Bash 2026! Curated by our host committee (Carly Jones-Barstow, Eric McRay, Andrea Nixon, Thomas Sayre, and Robert Zaytoun), the bid will feature exclusive original art pieces from stellar North Carolina artists who have been part of Artspace's history! For the full list of participating artists, visit the Art Bash webpage linked in our bio. The only way to participate in the bid is by coming to Art Bash! Tickets are still available with the link in our bio and include private collecting opportunities, culinary delights, signature cocktails, art experiences, and more. . . . #Artspace40 #ArtBashNC #LiveArtBid

Thank you to the Gunter Family McDonald's for being a founder-level sponsor of Art Bash! The Gunter Family has been an incredible supporter of Artspace over the years, funding programs like Artspace on the Go and our Family Days. Their generous support helps us bring the joy and empowerment of arts education to families across the Triangle through free and low-cost programming. Thank you to the Gunters for staying committed to keeping the arts accessible for all! . . . #Artspace40 #ArtBashNC

We are thrilled to be partnering again with HL Catering this year for Art Bash! This year's menu will feature '80s-inspired bites and signature cocktails, including an oyster bar, elevated pizza bagels, and gourmet cotton candy. Join the fun on November 14! Your ticket includes all beverages, culinary delights, art activations throughout the building, and access to the thrilling Live Art Bid and After-Party. (After-Party tickets also sold separately for those not attending the main event). https://artspacenc.org/art-bash/ Thank you to @hlcateringco for being a founder-level sponsor of Art Bash! . . . #Artspace40 #ArtBashNC

Level up your oil painting skills! 🎨 Intermediate Oil Painting: Capturing Emotions (ages 16+) SAT November 21, 1-4pm, $80 (Members discount available) Sign up with the "Youth, Teen, and Adult Classes" link in our bio! Join our studio artist, Tessa Dahlmann, for a deep dive into capturing emotion and micro-expressions in portraiture. As a participant, you can expect to learn how to use facial anatomy, expressive brush strokes, and color temperature to inform your portrait painting practice, while ensuring and maintaining your personal style. The Zorn Palette, along with Alizarin Crimson and Ultramarine Blue will be the required paints for this class. Participants are required to provide their own oil paints and Artspace will provide everything else needed (canvases, easels, brushes etc.) . . . #ArtClass #OilPainting #RaleighNC @tessadahlmann_art

Thank you to IKE Smart City for being a Legacy Sponsor of Art Bash this year! IKE has been an incredible partner of Artspace, amplifying the work of local artists across Downtown Raleigh for the past 2 years. We are so grateful for their continued commitment to the arts as part of a vibrant community. Pictured here: Artist huiyin zhou with their work displayed on an IKE kiosk near Moore Square. . . . #Artspace40 #ArtBashNC

Join us this Sunday to work on a community art project for Art Bash! Our annual fundraiser needs some unique decor, and we want your help with it! Join us this Sunday anytime from 11am-3:30pm to help us create themed banners for Artspace's annual fundraising event. All materials and instructions will be provided. 🔹 If you have already registered for Sip + Stitch on Sunday, you will have the option to work on the banner project or bring your own fiber project to work on. Location: Artspace - 201 E. Davie Street, Downtown Raleigh We hope to see you there! . . . #ArtspaceNC #CommunityCrafting #RaleighNC

Let's talk about art collecting! We often think of art collections as the displays in multimillion-dollar homes and giant museums, but an art collection can be as small as handmade trinkets on a shelf. It can be themed around a style of artwork, a color palette, or just pieces that catch your eye. Here are a few pieces in the collections of Artspace's staff and studio artists, many of which were chosen for that feeling of inspiration and joy that art can uniquely provide. If you're looking to start or add to your art collection, we have hundreds of pieces currently for sale in our exhibition spaces and our 30 artist studios! Every purchase supports a local artist's dream and a community where art is valued 🎨 Visit Artspace to learn more: https://artspacenc.org/visit/ . . . #ArtCollection #RaleighNC

Teach with us! 🎨 It's hard to believe, but we're already preparing for summer and our annual summer arts program! We are looking for artists and educators interested in leading week-long workshops to submit workshop proposals. Every summer we offer 8-9 weeks of unique visual art workshops to students grades 1-12. We are looking for unique and engaging workshop ideas that encourage process and material exploration. Classes should have a theme that is unpacked throughout the week and builds upon itself with every day that passes. Activities and projects should feel connected, spark excitement, and encourage open-mindedness in regards to what art can be. Instructors are paid $500 for each week-long camp session. 🗓️ Deadline for proposals: December 7 Learn more and apply today by visiting the link in our bio! . . . #RaleighNC #ArtspaceNC #DowntownRaleigh #ArtEducation

Here's what we've got at Artspace this week: 🌟 FRESH Family Day SAT October 17, 11am-3pm (free) 🌟 Oak City Comedy Festival - Certified FRESH (benefit comedy show) SAT October 17, 7-9pm (free) 🌟 Sip + Stitch Artist Meet-Up SUN October 18 11am-1pm (free) 🌟 Open Studio (free all-ages art making) SUN October 11, 1:30-3:30pm (free) Learn more and see what else is coming up on our website calendar (linked in bio) . . . #ArtspaceNC #RaleighNC

Who said all the good artists were in LA and NY? The Triangle has a truly underrated visual arts scene! Pictured here in order: Gabrielle Edwards @geerstudios_ Adrianne Huang @hngyrn Sky Dai @sky_star_studio_ Jianh Kang @kangjiahn.art Grace Martin Franklin @gracemartinfranklin_art Doler Shah @dolershah Hsiang-Ting Yen @htyjewelry Sophia Woo @biglittledesign.co Annie Kinney Villa @anniekinney_art Dain Kim @dain_art Caitlin Cary @caitlin_cary_art Michelle Wilkie @ml_wilkie Amanda McLaurin @amanda_mclaurin_ Diana Malin @dianamalinart Ashley Bonner @ashleybb.art Gab Corter @gabriella.corter Jennifer Clifton @jennifercliftonart Leslie Pruneau @lesliepruneaustudio Artspace is proud to be the home of 28 studio artists and 3 artists in residence, where anyone can come to learn about the artistic process, meet the artists, see exhibitions, and work on their own creative projects. You can visit us during our open hours: Thursday-Saturday (11am-7pm) and Sunday (11am-4pm). Admission is free! https://artspacenc.org/visit/ . . . #RaleighNC #ArtspaceNC

Learn to take better photos on your smartphone or camera in this all-levels workshop led by professional photographer @anateresagalizes! 📸📱 Photography Workshop: Framing the City (ages 16+) SAT October 31, 1-4pm, $35 Sign up with the "Youth, Teen, and Adult Classes" link in our bio! Great photography isn't always about expensive gear, it’s about knowing how to control the camera you already have. In this photography-based class, students will explore how framing, composition, perspective, and point of view can change the way we see an urban environment. Students will photograph Raleigh’s architecture, streets, public spaces, and everyday details while considering how their choices as photographers can communicate a particular experience or interpretation of the city. Featured photo by @pen_yah. . . . #RaleighNC #PhotographyClass

Join us next weekend for FRESH Family Day, a multigenerational event celebrating North Carolina's creative energy! 🎨 FRESH Family Day SAT October 17, 11am-3pm, free Enjoy an art-filled day featuring artworks by over 300 NC artists, art-making activities, hands-on artist demos, and more. Plus, meet and shop with our 30+ studio artists while enjoying free refreshments. There's something for all ages to enjoy! Learn more with the link in our bio! . . . #ArtspaceNC #DowntownRaleigh #FamilyEvent

Thank you to TowneBank for being a legacy level sponsor for Art Bash! From artist residencies to accessible art education to community events and more, your support makes our year-round work possible and helps us work towards a more vibrant and healthy future for our community! 🌟 @townebanksocial . . . #Artspace40 #ArtBashNC

Meet Nathalie Tondeur—Artspace’s Director of Development! Not only is Nathalie a master fundraiser, grantwriter, and relationship builder; she is also a talented actress and theatre director! You may have seen her work on stages around the Triangle, including Raleigh Little Theatre and Burning Coal Theatre Company! We are so proud to have a staff full of multi-talented arts administrators, and we can’t wait to show off more of their work in this ongoing series! . . . #ArtspaceNC #RaleighNC

🎨 Thank you to everyone who joined us at our FRESH Cultural Leaders panel last week! The panel, moderated by Carly Jones-Barstow, included Artspace's current Creative Director Jonh Blanco, as well as former Creative Directors Annah Lee and Lia Newman. We loved getting to bring these three generations of Artspace together and discussing current issues and practices in the field of curation, including how to support artists from marginalized backgrounds, what the jurying process looks like, and the importance of organizational partnerships. Stay updated on future artist events by following us on social media or signing up for our newsletter: https://artspacenc.org/mailing-list-sign-up/ . . . #ArtspaceNC #RaleighNC

Thank you to Robert Zaytoun for being a Legacy sponsor of Art Bash! Robert was the Chairman of the Board 40 years ago when Artspace first opened its doors to the public and was part of a group of dedicated artists, professionals, and many others who worked tirelessly to make Artspace a reality. We are so grateful to have him this year as both a sponsor and part of our host committee, helping us continue to shape the next 40 years! Featured photo: from the November 13, 1986 edition of Spectator Magazine. . . . #ArtBashNC #Artspace40

Here’s what we’ve got at Artspace this week: 🌟 Adult Workshop: Fiber Drawing with Linette Knight SAT October 10, 1-5pm ($50) 🌟 Tongue & Groove Open Mic SUN October 11, 1-3pm (free) 🌟 Open Studio (free all-ages art making) SUN October 11, 1:30-3:30pm (free) 🌟 Teacher Workday Camp MON October 12, 9am-5m ($105) Learn more and see what else is coming up on our website calendar (linked in bio) . . . #ArtspaceNC #RaleighNC

Learn to draw with yarn! 🎨 Fiber Drawing Workshop (ages 16+) - all skill levels welcome! SAT October 10, 1-5pm, $50 Sign up with the "Youth, Teen, and Adult Classes" link in our bio! Through guided demonstrations, students will learn how to manipulate yarn with hot glue to establish lines, contours, patterns, and areas of shading. By layering and shaping yarn, students will explore how line, texture, and color can be used to create depth and dimension. Instructor Linette Knight is a renowned North Carolina fiber artist known for her yarn portraits, handmade clothing, and large-scale crochet murals and public art projects. @mrs.bird01 . . . #FiberArt #RaleighNC

We've got two more teacher workday art camps for the fall! 🗓 October 12, November 3 (9am-5pm) Sign up for one or both! More info is available with the link in our bio. Teacher Workday Camps invite young artists in grades 1-8 to spend the day experimenting and making art with guidance from professional teaching artists. Students will spend the day trying out new materials, exploring fun themes, and taking on creative artistic challenges that will encourage big ideas. By the end of the day, each child will head home with artwork in hand and stories to tell about what they created. Artspace members get 10% off! Here are the classes we're offering: 🔹 Color Your World w/ Kathryn Smith @my_roadside_attractions 🔹 Mini Murals w/ Jane Cheek @jane.the.artist 🔹 Make a 3D Mess w/ Kathryn Smith @my_roadside_attractions 🔹 Diorama Collages w/ Jane Cheek @jane.the.artist All classes take place at Artspace in Downtown Raleigh. . . . #ArtspaceNC #TeacherWorkday

Want to join the fun and support Art Bash for a lower cost? Join us for the first-ever Art Bash After-Party, with a DJ spinning all the '80s hits inside the FRESH Exhibition. 🪩 Enter through a speakeasy side entrance to the party in Gallery 2 upstairs (accessible entrance through the front door). Come dressed up with your best teased hair and shoulder pads to pay homage to our founders and celebrate Artspace's 40th Anniversary in style. Bodacious '80s-themed cocktails and other drinks will be available for purchase. Learn more with the "Art Bash" link in our bio. *After-Party tickets are $25 and do NOT include entry to the Art Bash main event. They are valid only for the After-Party beginning at 9pm. ** Ticket holders of General Admission or VIP tickets will be automatically admitted to the After-Party. No additional ticket required.

Meet Erica and Eric McRay, a father-daughter duo that has been connected to Artspace for decades. @mcraystudios @ericamcray.art Eric was a studio artist from 1999-2020, and joined the behind-the-scenes work both as part of the Artspace Board and the Artspace Artists Association. This past summer, Erica, an emerging artist and educator, interned with us as our Summer Art Program Coordinator, returning to the place where she first fell in love with art. These multigenerational stories make us so proud of the lasting impact of Artspace and the ways art connects and appeals to so many people. If you want to tell your Artspace story in honor of our 40th anniversary, share it with us using the link in our bio! You may be featured in an upcoming newsletter or social media post. . . . #Artspace40 #RaleighNC

Only 1 week left to submit to our 5th annual 12x12 Member Showcase! 📆 Deadline to submit: October 6, 11:59pm Exhibition dates: November 6, 2026-January 17, 2026 Learn more with the calls for art link in our bio! Exhibit your art at Artspace! 12x12 is an annual celebration of the creativity of our incredible artist community while providing an opportunity for our patrons to add affordable works of original art to their collections. (and yes, every artwork is 12"x12") This is a non-juried exhibition open to Artspace Members (must have an active membership), Studio Artists and Staff. Not a member? Sign up at https://artspacenc.org/membership/ We can't wait to see what you'll make! 🎨 . . . #ArtspaceNC #CallsForArt #MemberShowcase

Here's what we've got at Artspace this week: 🌟 Artist/Curatorial Discussion with Vera Weinfield FRI October 2, 4-5pm (free) 🌟 October First Friday @firstfridayral FRI October 2, 5-10pm (free) 🌟 Raleigh Film & Art Festival @raleighfilmandartfestival SAT October 3, 11:30am-1:30pm (free) 🌟 Open Studio (free all-ages art making) SUN September 20, 1:30-3:30pm (free) Learn more and see what else is coming up on our website calendar (linked in bio) . . . #ArtspaceNC #RaleighNC

Here’s your quarterly update from President + CEO, Carly Jones-Barstow! The last few months have been jam-packed with Summer Arts programming, the end of a fiscal year, and the prep work for FRESH, our big biennial exhibition. We are incredibly grateful for the generosity of our community, including recent grants from the Mary Duke Biddle Foundation and the Triangle Community Foundation. Thank you for making our work possible! . . . #ArtspaceNC #RaleighNC

Learn to take better photos on your camera or smartphone! 📸📱 Photography Workshop: Framing the City (ages 16+) SAT October 31, 1-4pm, $35 Sign up with the "Youth, Teen, and Adult Classes" link in our bio! Great photography isn't always about expensive gear, it’s about knowing how to control the camera you already have. In this photography-based class, students will explore how framing, composition, perspective, and point of view can change the way we see an urban environment. Students will photograph Raleigh’s architecture, streets, public spaces, and everyday details while considering how their choices as photographers can communicate a particular experience or interpretation of the city. . . . #RaleighNC #PhotographyClass

To all our Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces friends, you were not forgotten! We just had a little social media scheduler glitch 😬 So here is part 2 of ✨ Which artworks match your zodiac (based entirely on vibes) ✨ The stars have aligned to bring together over 300 North Carolina artists, and you can see their show, FRESH, at Artspace in Downtown Raleigh. See a favorite artwork? All works are available for purchase! FRESH Open Survey: September 3-October 18 FRESH Juried Exhibition: October 29-December 31 Visit during our open hours (free admission!): Thursdays-Saturdays 11am-7pm and Sundays 11am-4pm. Parking and visitor information available at https://artspacenc.org/visit/ . . . @artstudio.ys @laurasussmanrandall @mmg.ceramics @hothouseposey @thebarbart @liftedmillinery @wendyspearsart @fabzart21

✨ Which artworks match your zodiac (based entirely on vibes) ✨ The stars have aligned to bring together over 300 North Carolina artists, and you can see their show, FRESH, at Artspace in Downtown Raleigh. See a favorite artwork? All works are available for purchase! FRESH Open Survey: September 3-October 18 FRESH Juried Exhibition: October 29-December 31 Visit during our open hours (free admission!): Thursdays-Saturdays 11am-7pm and Sundays 11am-4pm. Parking and visitor information available at https://artspacenc.org/visit/ . . . #ArtspaceNC #RaleighNC @toiletjackets @chrisjmcgrath @bdceramicarts @trishklenow @theartof_decay @dain_art @actuallyadair @k.blackwellplank @just_a_crazy_illustrator @s.erinives @hngyrn @tonya_solley_thornton @artofnickdahlstrom @art.by.alona @papayaaartstudio @reginabos_arts @jacquelinecadzow.designs @araymondjohnson @dianagilvelez_art @blythe.creative @theartisticdaisy @jeanne.w.may @gadaboutstudio @sarahparsonartist @ramseyrickartarts @adam.swayve

Hard to believe next week will be October! On the First Friday of every month from 5-10pm, we offer a FREE night of exhibitions, activities, and more! Our First Friday also includes a sensory-friendly time with smaller crowds and no amplified music from 5-6pm. October First Friday will feature: 🔹 "FRESH" with work from over 300 North Carolina artists in Galleries 1 + 2 🔹 "Whatever Happened to Luba's Twin?" with work by Vera Weinfield in collaboration with Joyce Block in the Upfront Gallery (free artist/curatorial discussion at 4pm) 🔹 "North Carolina State Fair Poultry Portraits: Robert & Robbie Bailey", presented by Click! Photography Festival in the Corridors @robbie_pope_bailey @clickphotofest 🔹 Exhibition by Joel Tesch in the People's Studio @artbyjoeltesch 🔹 Meet and shop with our 30 studio artists 🔹 Celebrate the opening of the Raleigh Film + Art Festival @raleighfilmandartfestival 🔹 Live music by Kitt Ramble @kitt_ramble_music 🔹 All ages art activity, 5-8:30pm We can't wait to see you there! . . . #ArtspaceNC #RaleighNC #FirstFriday

We are thrilled to announce that we were named Wake County's Best Art Gallery for Purchase by INDY Week! For the past 40 years, our doors have been open to Triangle residents and visitors looking to connect with local artists, surround themselves with art, and spark their own creativity and curiosity. It is truly a special moment to find the perfect piece of artwork to take home or gift to a loved one, and we love hearing all the stories of what people have purchased at Artspace over the years. Thank you to @indyweek and everyone who voted for us! We hope to see you at Artspace (we've got some beautiful pieces waiting for new homes 🙃) . . . #ArtspaceNC #RaleighNC

Creative Director Jonh has a message for you: Make sure your 12x12 submission is actually 12x12! Our 12x12 Member Showcase is an annual celebration of our member community, featuring over 200 original works of art under $500, including paintings, drawings, collages, textile works, and sculptures. The uniformity of size helps the uniqueness of each piece stand out and creates a visually appealing display for visitors and collectors looking to purchase artwork. Submissions are open until October 6, and there is no entry fee (but you must have an active Artspace membership to be eligible). Share your 12x12 with the world using the "Calls for Art" link in our bio. . . . #ArtspaceNC #CallForArt

Meet the All American class of 2026 🎉📕✏️ 📸 Yearbook photos taken by Sanjé James @moosekatt 🎨 Graphic created by Donaya Chambers @designs_bydk On Sunday, we closed our inaugural HBCU group show, "All American". We were so grateful to have 30 participating artists (both current students and alumni) representing 10 different HBCUs! At our exhibition reception, we welcomed 17 of those artists, their friends and family, and community members for a night of celebration and connection alongside their beautiful works of art. We can't wait to host this exhibition again in the future, and continue highlighting the exceptional artists being shaped by HBCUs today! Special shoutout to @thealexjane for bringing this vision to life! Pictured here: Karrington Gardner @803_artistry Todgi Dozier @theblackonion Genesis Hopkins @bleust4r Jessica Kelly @Jesskelly23 Kiana "V" Ware @wareisvi Jai Martin @contrare_studios Toya Wallace @toyatheartistandpoet Jeremiah Thomas @jereimages Raevin Shirley @raetheeartist Trajan Baker @AAATrajan Nia Zhané @NiaZhané_ Donaya Chambers @designs_bydk Terri Pullen @terrisfineart_ Patrick Tibby @tibbystudio Maliah Henry @nwa.art Naya Henry @PapayaaArtStudio Naimah Chandler @ndjc_ap

Thank you to Sarah + Chaz Felix for being visionary sponsors of Art Bash! This duo is incredibly dedicated to building a brighter and stronger local community, and we are grateful for their continued support of our mission. 💞 Come party with us at our 40th Anniversary Art Bash on November 14! Tickets are on sale now with the link in our bio. . . . #ArtBashNC #Artspace40

From now until December 31, state employees can double their impact to Artspace! Artspace is an approved SECC charity, meaning that state employees can make a one-time or recurring donation of their pre-tax income to Artspace! This money goes a long way in keeping our doors open to the public and ensuring artists have access to affordable studio space and career development opportunities in our state's capital. If you're a state employee looking to contribute to Artspace, you can designate us using code 6791 when making your SECC contribution. Visit ncsecc.org to learn more Artspace's federal tax ID number is 58-1450132. . . . #ArtspaceNC

Volunteer for Art Bash and receive a free ticket to the most dazzling night of the year at Artspace! We are seeking volunteers to assist with all aspects of the event, including event setup and teardown, greeting, ticket scanning, art handling, and art wrapping. Art Bash serves as Artspace's annual fundraiser supporting our mission to provide affordable studio spaces, exhibitions by local and national artists, artist residencies, arts education, and community events. The event includes gallery exhibitions, private and live collecting opportunities, art experiences, gourmet bites, and a curated live art bid. If you are interested in volunteering, visit the link in our bio for more information! . . . #Artspace40 #ArtBashNC

Here’s what we’ve got at Artspace this week: 🌟 Zine Folk NC SAT September 26, 11am-5pm (free) 🌟 Open Studio (free all-ages art making) SUN September 20, 1:30-3:30pm (free) 🌟 FRESH 2026 Cultural Leaders Panel with Jonh Blanco, Annah Lee, and Lia Newman SUN September 27, 2-3:30pm (free) Learn more and see what else is coming up on our website calendar (linked in bio) . . . #ArtspaceNC #RaleighNC

Only 10 days left to apply for our 2027 artist residencies❗️ 🎨 North Carolina Emerging Artist Residency - awarded to two artists each year, open to artists ages 18+, currently residing in North Carolina 🎨 HBCU Alumni Artist Residency - awarded to one artist each year, open to artists ages 18+, currently residing in North Carolina, who have graduated from a Historically Black College/University (HBCU) Both residencies include 24-hour access to a rent-free studio space, a $200 monthly stipend, a professional solo exhibition at Artspace within the year after the residency ends, and opportunities for public engagement, professional development, teaching, and connection with a community of artists. 🗓 Deadline: September 30, 11:59pm (no application fee) Head to the "Calls for Artist Residencies" link in our bio to learn more! . . . #ArtspaceNC #RaleighNC #ArtistResidency

In celebration of our FRESH season, we've got 3 exciting partner events coming to Artspace! 📖 Zine Folk NC - SAT Sep 26, 11am-5pm (free) A free celebration of zines, small press comics, and print media featuring exhibitors, workshops, and a live zine reading hour! @zinefolknc 🎞 Raleigh Film & Art Festival - SAT Oct 3, 11:30am-1:30pm (free) A series of film screenings showcasing shorts, mid-length, experimental films, documentaries, and more. @raleighfilmandartfestival 🎤 Oak City Comedy Fest: Certified FRESH - SAT Oct 17, 7-9pm ($10-20) A comedy benefit bringing together standout comedians from the Oak City Comedy Festival for a night of big laughs with a bigger purpose. @oakcitycomedyfestival Get tickets, sign up, and learn more on the "FRESH" webpage in our bio!

Try your hand at drawing through an unexpected medium in this hands-on fiber art workshop. Rather than working with conventional drawing tools, participants will use yarn as a line-making material to create a textured and dimensional composition on a canvas. 🎨 Fiber Drawing Workshop (ages 16+) SAT October 10, 1-5pm, $50 Sign up with the "Youth, Teen, and Adult Classes" link in our bio! Through guided demonstrations led by local artist Linette Knight, students will learn how to manipulate yarn with hot glue to establish lines, contours, patterns, and areas of shading. By layering and shaping yarn, students will explore how line, texture, and color can be used to create depth and dimension. Open to all skill levels, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to expand your creative practice and create an original fiber-based artwork to display in your home or studio.

Don't miss 2025 NC Emerging Artist in Residence Vera Weinfield's artist/curatorial discussion on October First Friday! Her exhibition, "Whatever Happened to Luba's Twin?" explores the interwoven and malleable nature of family history and how our stories get told by future generations. The artworks in the exhibition have been made through a visual game of telephone between artist Vera Weinfield and her mother, Joyce Block, both passing and painting images of Vera's grandmother, Luba, simultaneously constructing and uncovering a family history. Rather than being a lecture, our artist discussions invite the audience in for a shared small-group conversation. We welcome anyone to the discussion, regardless of your knowledge of art or the exhibition's themes. 🗓 FRI October 2, 4-5pm, free! Registration not required, but helps us anticipate attendance. Register with the link in our bio. . . . #ArtspaceNC #ArtistTalk

Step inside From This Valley We Soon Will Be Leaving with artist Sam van Strien! Through drawings, rubbings, and prints, van Strien explores the lasting legacy of the Tennessee Valley Authority and the communities, homes, and histories reshaped by its development. The exhibition brings New Deal-era infrastructure into conversation with today’s debates surrounding AI data centers, asking who benefits from large-scale development; and who bears its costs. 🗓 On view through September 27 at Artspace . . . #ArtspaceNC #DowntownRaleigh

Congratulations to our September Ambassador of the Month, Charles! Charles has been a gracious and helpful addition to our team of ambassadors. He writes, “I live close by and attend almost every First Friday. The resident artists and Artspace staff have always been so gracious with their time and kind, that I felt like it would be a wonderful opportunity to give back to the artistic community.” Are you looking for volunteer opportunities in Raleigh? Click the link in our bio for more info on how to join our team of Artspace Ambassadors! . . . . #ArtspaceNC #VolunteerNC

🎊 Tickets are now on sale for Art Bash 2026! ✨ Don't miss this dazzling signature event celebrating 40 years of Artspace. Your ticket includes all food, drink, art experiences, access to the Live Art Bid, and more! ✨ Tickets are available with the "Art Bash" link in our bio. . . . #Artspace40 #ArtBashNC

Learn to draw from nature with artist/art therapist Lamar Whidbee! This session offers a welcoming space to quiet your mind, hone your observational drawing skills, and find peace outdoors. You’ll leave with a new sketchbook and a drawing practice that you can bring anywhere in the world. 🎨 Plein Air Drawing: Mindfulness in Nature (ages 16+) 🗓 Saturday, September 19, 1-4pm 📌 JC Raulston Arboretum, Raleigh Register with the link in our bio. @afro_picasso @jcraulstonarboretum

Thank you to the Bell, Bell, and Cronlund Group for being Visionary sponsors of Art Bash! We are so grateful to this team for their support of the arts, helping ensure that people of all ages have the opportunity to create, learn, and explore meaningful art experiences. Learn more about Art Bash (tickets on sale now) with the link in our bio! . . . #Artspace40 #ArtBashNC

Here’s what we’ve got at Artspace this week: 🌟 Adult Workshop: Plein Air Drawing w/ Lamar Whidbee (tickets still available) SAT September 19, 1-4pm ($50) - JC Raulston Arboretum 🌟 Sip + Stitch Artist Meet-Up SUN September 20, 11am-1pm (free) 🌟 Celebrating the Legacy of Alma Thomas + Black Artistry (almost full!) SUN September 20, 1-3pm (free) 🌟 Open Studio (free all-ages art making) SUN September 20, 1:30-3:30pm (free) Learn more and see what else is coming up on our website calendar (linked in bio) . . . #ArtspaceNC #RaleighNC

Call for Art: 12x12 Member Showcase! 📆 Deadline to submit: October 6, 11:59pm Exhibition dates: November 6, 2026-January 17, 2026 Exhibit your art at Artspace in our annual member showcase! 12x12 is an annual celebration of the creativity of our incredible artist community while providing an opportunity for our patrons to add affordable works of original art to their collections. (and yes, every artwork is 12"x12") This is a non-juried exhibition open to Artspace Members (must have an active membership), Studio Artists, and Staff. Learn more with the calls for art link in our bio. We can't wait to see what you'll make! 🎨 . . . #ArtspaceNC #CallsForArt #MemberShowcase

Thinking about applying for an Artspace residency? Alex has some advice! 🎨 Artist Programs Manager @thealexjane breaks down the application process and shares tips for presenting your work professionally and showing why you would be a strong fit for Artspace’s open studio community. Applications are open for the 2027 NC Emerging Artist Residency and HBCU Alumni Artist Residency. 📆 Apply by September 30 at 11:59pm 🔗 Learn more and apply with the link in our bio! . . . #ArtspaceNC #ArtistResidency #CallForArtists #NCArtists

Thank you to Duke Energy, a Visionary Sponsor of Art Bash 2026! Their generous support helps make Artspace’s 40th-anniversary celebration possible and allows us to continue connecting artists and communities through meaningful art experiences. Join us on Saturday, November 14, as we celebrate four decades of creativity at Art Bash: Tomorrow, Imagined. Learn more and purchase tickets with the link in our bio! . . . . #Artspace40 #ArtBashNC

Are you upgrading or have any technology sitting unused? Does your company want to donate technology to a nonprofit like Artspace? It is hard for our small team to work efficiently with old technology, and upgrades come at a high price. We would deeply appreciate a donation of any of the following: (you can write off your donation on your taxes!) - MacBook Pro laptops with at least 32GB of memory - A sturdy tripod - Headphones - DSLR camera (Nikon or Canon, 2020 or newer) - iPads - A rollable TV screen - Owl meeting voice recorder - Label printer - Extra monitors - Digital drawing pads - iMac or PC desktop - Digital projectors If you have any of the items listed here and are interested in donating them, please reach out to Marketing Coordinator Sonali Schroder at sschroder@artspacenc.org.

Applications are open for Artspace’s 2027 year-long artist residencies! 🎨 Hear from past artists in residence about the time, space, resources, and community they found at Artspace, and picture what a year here could offer to your own creative practice. Selected artists receive 24-hour access to a rent-free studio, a $200 monthly stipend, professional development and community engagement opportunities, and a professionally installed solo exhibition. 📆 Apply by September 30 at 11:59pm 🔗 Learn more and apply with the link in our bio! . . . #ArtspaceNC #ArtistResidency #CallForArtists #NCArtists

This is your sign to slow down, look closely, and make art in nature 🍃 🎨 Plein Air Drawing: Mindfulness and Nature 🗓 Saturday, September 19, 1-4pm 📍 JC Raulston Arboretum, Raleigh 👤 Adult Workshop | Ages 16+ 🎟 $50, Register with the link in our bio! @afro_picasso Join artist and art therapist Lamar Whidbee for a calming afternoon of plein air drawing surrounded by the natural beauty of the JC Raulston Arboretum. Through guided drawing exercises, participants will explore mindfulness, strengthen their observational skills, and experience the restorative benefits of creating outdoors. No previous drawing experience is needed, and all materials and a foldable stool will be provided. Participants are welcome to bring additional art materials or anything else that will make them comfortable outdoors. . . . #ArtspaceNC #RaleighNC

Small details, big stories ✨ Meet Artspace jewelry artists Hsiang-Ting, Hyungzee, Sophia, and Lauren! See each artist at work and hear from two of them as they share a little more about the inspiration and process behind their jewelry. @htyjewelry @beeshaus @biglittledesign.co @laurenmarkley Take a closer look at the hands and ideas that bring each piece to life 💍 Visit these artists and more during our open hours: 🗓Thursdays-Saturdays, 11am-7pm 🗓Sundays, 11am-4pm 🗓First Fridays, 11am-10pm . . #ArtspaceNC #RaleighArts

Thank you to Debbie + Larry Robbins for being Visionary sponsors of Art Bash once again! 🥂 This duo has been an incredible support to Artspace over the years, helping fund our year-round programming, including First Fridays, artist residencies, summer art camp scholarships, and so much more. Thank you, Debbie + Larry, for supporting the power of the arts to build healthy and thriving communities. Celebrate with them at our 40th Anniversary Art Bash on November 14! Learn more with the link in our bio. . . . #ArtspaceNC #ArtBash2025 #ArtBashNC

Want to learn how curators and jurors make decisions? Come to our panel to find out! 🎨 FRESH Cultural Leaders Panel SUN, September 27, 2pm, (free) Register using the link in our bio! This panel discussion brings together three current and former Artspace Creative Directors: Jonh Blanco, Annah Lee, and Lia Newman. In connection with FRESH 2026, Artspace’s biennial exhibition of North Carolina artists, the conversation will explore the relationship between curators and artists in today’s contemporary art landscape. Participants will learn about how artists are selected and supported by arts institutions, the individual curatorial approaches of each panelist, and the opportunities and challenges of the field. The panel discussion will be followed by an audience Q&A. . . . #ArtspaceNC #RaleighNC

Celebrate North Carolina artists all fall at our FRESH events! We have an amazing line-up of upcoming programs (mostly free events), and we can't wait to see you there! 🎨 About the exhibition: FRESH is a biennial fundraising exhibition that celebrates the incredible creative output across North Carolina, while demystifying the typical art jurying process. 🎨 Unlike a traditional juried exhibition, all submitted works will be displayed in Artspace's main gallery spaces for six weeks before juror Lia Newman makes her selections. The final juried exhibition debuts on October 29, 2026, representing a diverse cross-section of the imaginative and thought-provoking art that is being created across our state today. Learn more about the exhibition and events with the "FRESH" link in our bio.

The biggest exhibition of the year is here!!! Happy opening day to FRESH! Putting together an exhibition of this size is no small feat. Take a look at the behind-the-scenes of the installation process, led by Creative Director Jonh Blanco! Special thanks to @thealexjane and all the amazing volunteers who dedicated their time to help! Come celebrate the opening with us tomorrow from 5–10pm at First Friday! . . . #ArtspaceNC

Here’s what we’ve got at Artspace this week: 🌟 First Friday (+ the opening of FRESH) FRI September 4, 5-10pm (free) 🌟 Open Studio (free all-ages art making) SUN September 6, 1:30-3:30pm (free) Learn more and see what else is coming up on our website calendar (linked in bio) . . . #ArtspaceNC #RaleighNC

Learn about Black art history from two talented local authors! 🎨 “Not Unlike Sunlight”: Celebrating the Legacy of Alma Thomas and Black Artistry Though Primary and Colorstruck! 🗓 SUN September 20, 1pm, (free) 📍 Artspace, Downtown Raleigh Register with the link in our bio! Join acclaimed writers Alexis Pauline Gumbs and Richard J. Powell for a conversation celebrating the legacy of pioneering artist Alma Thomas and the enduring influence of Black artistry. The program brings Gumbs and Powell together in celebration of their new books, "Primary" and "Colorstruck!". @alexispauline @richardj.powell As the first graduate of Howard University’s art department, Thomas holds an important place within the history of HBCU arts education and American abstraction. Through readings and conversation, Gumbs and Powell will reflect on her creative legacy, the possibilities of writing alongside visual art, and the many shades of Black artistic expression that continue to emerge in her wake. . . . #ArtspaceNC #AlmaThomas

Another upcoming adult workshop! 🎨 Plein Air Drawing: Mindfulness in Nature (ages 16+) 🗓 Saturday, September 19, 1-4pm 📌 @jcraulstonarboretum, Raleigh Register with the link in our bio. Join us for a serene artmaking experience where you'll explore a calming, restorative practice of plein air drawing and use the healing power of nature to support your mental well-being. Led by artist and art therapist Lamar Whidbee @afro_picasso, this workshop invites you to slow down and explore the natural world through a guided artistic approach that emphasizes mindfulness and stress relief. This session offers a welcoming space to quiet your mind, hone your observational skills, and find peace outdoors. As such, this workshop is open to all skill levels. Photo by @hakannural . . . #ArtspaceNC

First Friday is back next week, and it's a big one! On the First Friday of every month from 5-10pm, we offer a FREE night of exhibitions, activities, and more! Our First Friday also includes a sensory-friendly time with smaller crowds and no amplified music from 5-6pm. August First Friday will feature: 🔹 "FRESH" with work from over 300 North Carolina artists in Galleries 1 + 2 🔹 "From This Valley We Soon Will Be Leaving" with work by @samvanstrien in the Upfront Gallery 🔹 "All American: Contemporary Perspectives from HBCU Artists" in the Corridors 🔹 "FANIA GREENWOOD - A Retrospective: 2000-2026" in the People's Studio 🔹 Meet and shop with our 30 studio artists 🔹 Sounds by DJ Moto 🔹 All ages art activity, 5-8:30pm Is your work in FRESH or All American this year? Let us know in the comments! . . . #ArtspaceNC #RaleighNC #FirstFriday

It's time—applications are now open for our 2027 year-long artist residencies! 🎨 North Carolina Emerging Artist Residency - awarded to two artists each year, open to artists ages 18+, currently residing in North Carolina 🎨 HBCU Alumni Artist Residency - awarded to one artist each year, open to artists ages 18+, currently residing in North Carolina, who have graduated from a Historically Black College/University (HBCU) Both residencies include 24-hour access to a rent-free studio space, a $200 monthly stipend, a professional solo exhibition at Artspace within the year after the residency ends, and opportunities for public engagement, professional development, teaching, and connection with a community of artists. 🗓 Deadline to apply: September 30, 11:59pm Head to the "Calls for Artist Residencies" link in our bio to learn more!

Welcome to Artspace! 🎨 Artspace is a nonprofit visual arts center located in Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. Our mission is to enrich North Carolina’s culture by connecting artists and the community through the visual arts. We are a hub for creativity housed in a 30,000 square foot building containing 4 gallery spaces, 28 artist studios, and classroom space. Swipe through to see more about who we are, what we do, and how you can get involved! Artspace is free and open to the public! Come visit us: ▫️ Thursdays - Saturdays, 11am-7pm (open until 10pm on the First Friday of each month) ▫️ Sundays, 11am-4pm 📍201 East Davie Street, Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina Artspace is supported by the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources; the United Arts Council of Raleigh + Wake County; and funded in part by the City of Raleigh based on recommendations of the Raleigh Arts Commission. . . . #ArtspaceNC #RaleighNC

We are proud to announce that artist J. Stacy Utley has been selected to design and install two original public artworks for the Cottages of Idlewild development! @jstacyutleyart is a Charlotte-based interdisciplinary visual artist, public artist, and architectural designer whose work explores cultural memory, identity, and the built environment. Drawing from his background in architecture, he creates sculptural and civic-scale artworks that transform public spaces into sites of storytelling, reflection, and community connection. His public art commissions include projects with the City of Raleigh, Charlotte City Center Partners, and the Arts & Science Council, and his work has been exhibited nationally and internationally, including the 2021 Venice Architecture Biennale, in collaboration with EVOKE Studio Architects. The Cottages of Idlewild is an affordable housing development currently under construction, providing an anchor of affordability in the Idlewild neighborhood of Raleigh. This project was made possible through a unique public-private partnership formed by the Raleigh Area Land Trust, Raleigh Raised Development, and Haven Design|Build to maximize success and ensure that community interests are prioritized and protected beyond what any single organization could do alone. Stay tuned as Utley designs, creates, and installs his artworks. The artworks are expected to be unveiled in January 2027!

It’s Artspace’s 40th Anniversary year! We’re celebrating all year with special stories and features, kicking off with a key piece of Artspace history! Meet Sally Bates, the first Executive Director, and Carly Jones, the current President + CEO of Artspace! Here, they discuss the early days of Artspace and the importance of the arts in our local and regional communities. Inspired to share your own Artspace story? Visit the link in our bio to tell us a story of your history at Artspace, and you may be featured on our website or social media! Special thanks to @pewlter @artsncstate for this video! . . . #ArtspaceNC #Artspace40 #RaleighNC

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