Events and Activities

Opening Reception for  Thrive Artspace Members’ Biennial
Nov
22

Opening Reception for Thrive Artspace Members’ Biennial

Enjoy an Opening Reception for our gallery-wide Biennial Members' Exhibition, Thrive!
Coinciding with Artspace’s 36th anniversary in December, the gallery’s signature biennial members’ show takes place from November 22, 2024, through December 21, 2024.

Curated by 1708 Gallery Executive Director Emily Smith, the aptly named THRIVE! exhibit will display the exceptional creative work of Artspace artists, underscoring Artspace’s deep commitment to supporting arts and education in the greater Richmond region.

Free and open to the public.

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ART PLAYSHOP: Paint your own "Starry Night" channeling Van Gogh
Nov
9

ART PLAYSHOP: Paint your own "Starry Night" channeling Van Gogh

Come, bring a friend to paint in acrylic on a 12 x 16" canvas. No previous art experience needed. All materials are included. You will be taught step by step to paint your masterpiece. Canvases will have a pencil sketch of the painting, and we will paint together. You are free to interpret the painting in your style and color. 

REGISTER WITH SUSAN BY 11/8.   SEATING LIMITED
Susan Moncure sutiamo3@live.com

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Oct/Nov 2024 Opening Reception for  Paterson, Nolde, Prideaux, Shaw & Stramel
Oct
25

Oct/Nov 2024 Opening Reception for Paterson, Nolde, Prideaux, Shaw & Stramel

Artspace presents new exhibitions from October 25 - November 16, 2024. The opening reception, scheduled for Friday, October 25, 2024, 6-9 p.m., features artwork by Simone Paterson, Megan Nolde, Martha Prideaux, and Katie Shaw and Renée Stramel. A group exhibition of artwork by Artspace Artist Members will also be on view.

Free and Open to the Public

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Opening Reception for Susan Cary’s “Mountain Magic” at Boyd Realty Group
Oct
25

Opening Reception for Susan Cary’s “Mountain Magic” at Boyd Realty Group

Opening Reception for Susan Cary’s “Mountain Magic” at Boyd Realty Group

Artspace continues its Satellite exhibition series at Boyd Realty Group, our neighbor in the Stratford Hills Shopping, with an exhibition of paintings by Artspace artist member Susan Cary.

Exhibition Dates: October 25- November 16, 2024
Free and open to the public.

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Fuse Ensemble at Artspace
Oct
20

Fuse Ensemble at Artspace

Fuse Ensemble Performs at Artspace

Fuse Ensemble’s concert season Speech and Silence for 2024/2025 includes recent chamber works by Caroline Shaw, Brittany J. Green, Pamela Z, and Gina Biver, and a brand-new work for solo bass by bassist/composer Ethan Foote. The season also includes new video works by new media artist Edgar Endress, and the poetry of Colette Inez. Fuse Ensemble's very special guests include three Richmond artists: bass clarinetist JC Kuhl, and vocalists Ashley Larson and Laura Ann Singh. Opening group will be School Work, with Laura Ann Singh, Jc Kuhl, John Lilley, Bob Miller, Adam Hopkins, Scott Clark!

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ART PLAYSHOP: Let Go, Open to the Mystery Within…Art experience in guided meditation, soul collage, journaling
Oct
19

ART PLAYSHOP: Let Go, Open to the Mystery Within…Art experience in guided meditation, soul collage, journaling

All materials provided. Bring your curiosity and willingness to explore within. Like fall, we can let go and make room for the seeds of the next season. In a safe space, we listen to and express what is trying to emerge within.

REGISTER WITH SUSAN BY 10/17.   SEATING LIMITED
Susan Moncure sutiamo3@live.com

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OOYH Records @ Artspace Second Mondays 9/9 - Daisy (Chi) / Dierker (Bmore) / Clark/Hopkins
Sep
9

OOYH Records @ Artspace Second Mondays 9/9 - Daisy (Chi) / Dierker (Bmore) / Clark/Hopkins

We have a very special OOYH Records Second Mondays planned for September 9, featuring two guest performers from out of town, drummer Tim Daisy from Chicago, and multi-reeds player John Dierker from Baltimore. For fans of jazz and improvised music in Richmond (and beyond) this event is can't miss! Tim and Scott Clark will each present short sets for solo drum set, then the four musicians will perform as a first time quartet.

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Orquesta Atípica: Around the World / Fundraiser for renovations at Virginia’s artist atelier at the Cité internationale des arts in Paris
Sep
6

Orquesta Atípica: Around the World / Fundraiser for renovations at Virginia’s artist atelier at the Cité internationale des arts in Paris

Latin percussionist Giustino Riccio and orchestral violinist Ellen Cockerham Riccio come together to form an unusual yet irresistible duo. This program will feature music from Cuba, Puerto Rico, Brazil, Egypt, Turkey, and more!

Doors at 6/Music at 7
Suggested donation: $15 at the door

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Opening Reception for “Artists at the Atelier”
Aug
23

Opening Reception for “Artists at the Atelier”

Artspace presents a new exhibition in our Main Gallery from August 23 - September 21, 2024. The opening reception for “Artists at the Atelier,” scheduled for Friday, August 23, 2024, 6-9 p.m., features artwork by Virginia artists who have created visual art, poetry, and music - during, or inspired by, their residencies at the Cité internationale des arts in Paris.

Free and Open to the Public

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Opening Reception for Ron Lee and Michael A.  Pierce at Boyd Realty Group
Aug
23

Opening Reception for Ron Lee and Michael A. Pierce at Boyd Realty Group

Opening Reception for Ron Lee and Michael A. Pierce at Boyd Realty Group

Artspace continues its Satellite exhibition series at Boyd Realty Group, our neighbor in the Stratford Hills Shopping, with a joint exhibition by Artspace artist member Michael A. Pierce and Ron Lee.

Exhibition Dates: August 23 - September 21, 2024
Free and open to the public.

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