In the Galleries:
A look at Featured Exhibits and Upcoming Exhibits at Studio Place Arts
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Current Exhibits:
Gallery Hrs: Wed-Fri: 11:30AM-5PM Sat: 11:30AM-4PM NOTE: The SPA galleries will close at 4PM on Thurs., April 16. Additional visits by appointment Art Social: March 14, from 4-5:30pm Meet the artists & performance by cellist Michael Close in the Classroom. Save the Date: Artist Mary Numme will be hosting a Henna Adornment Session at SPA on April 18th from 11am-4pm (to correspond with the last day of the Marked exhibit). Register in advance with Mary if you'd like to schedule a body art session: [email protected], 207-761-0636. Prices start at $25. |
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IN THE MAIN GALLERY
MARKED Exhibit Dates: March 11 - April 18, 2026 A group show exploring the themes, symbols and concepts found in tattoo and graffiti art. This exhibit is an exploration of the way these art forms claim space, express character, reveal community, demonstrate association. Exhibiting Artists Deb Barnwell; Ryan Bose; Larry Bowling; Mary Fran Cardamone; Rosalind Daniels; Mona Elliott; Elizabeth Fram; Poppy Gall; Bruce Hasse; Bald Bill Henshaw; Alex Hunt; Kelly Holt; Georgia Landau; Kate Longmaid; Rodney Lowe; Leah Macdonald; Deirdre Michelle; Orah Moore; Maggie Neale; NTEL; Mary Numme; Susan Parente; Lila Rees; Heather Ritchie; Kerin Rose; Zach Shaw; Dechen Siri; Meri Stiles; Wesley Turner; Janet Van Fleet; Jay Vogler; Craig Wiltse |
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IN THE SECOND FLOOR GALLERY
BRIMMING Exhibit Dates: March 11 - April 18, 2026 Allowing the muse to shine freely. Works by Betsy Chapek and Mary Hill. |
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IN THE THIRD FLOOR GALLERY
Book Lab: Collaborations Exhibit Dates: March 11 - April 18, 2026 Book Lab is a group of 10 women artists whose shared focus is the understanding of book arts as a means of artistic expression through both individual and collaborative work. Exhibiting Artists: Elissa Cambell, Dorsey Hogg, Lynn Ocone, Ann Joppe-Mercure, Vera Ryersbach, Penne Tompkins, Rebecca Boardman, Marcia Vogler, Marilyn Gillis, Debra Kraemer. "Our shared focus is expressed in the varied approaches each artist takes to support the overall concept of the book as art. In exhibiting our work, we hope to introduce viewers to the joy and diversity of book arts, and to further the understanding of book arts as a means of artistic expression.: |
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IN THE QUICK CHANGE GALLERY
Linocuts by Camille Castellini Exhibit Dates: March 4 - April 4, 2026 |
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Additional Exhibits Presented by SPA:
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ART at Morse Block
Follow the Sun by Beth Russell Campo Drawings, etchings, linoleum block and other prints highlighting the magnificence of common sunflowers. March 2 – June 5, 2026 (Morse Block Deli: 260 N. Main St., Barre, VT | HRS: Mon-Fri 8am-3pm; SAT: 9am-3pm) |
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ARTE at 159 North Main
At Work by Heidi Broner March 31 – June 20, 2026 Acrylic paintings of blue-collar heroes from our community. 159 N. Main St., Barre, VT (Pearl Street Pizza / AR Market) HRS: Tues-Sat 10AM-6PM, Sun 10AM-2PM |
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Upcoming Exhibits:
Exhibit Dates: April 29 – June 13, 2026
Art Social: Sat., May 9, 2026, 4:30-6PM
Exhibit Dates: April 29 – June 13, 2026
Art Social: Sat., May 9, 2026, 4:30-6PM
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IN THE MAIN FLOOR GALLERY:
“Milk Cans, Bees & Maple Trees” – Thirty-three artists delve into the beauty & challenges associated with Vermont farms. Featured artwork by John Dimick, "No Longer Needed" Exhibiting Artists Peter Aldrich; John Brickels; Heidi Broner; Cari Clement; Rosalind Daniels; John Dimick; Linda DiSante; Mark Dixon; Chris Esten; Juliana Cassino Fechter; Kate Follett; Laura Gatzos; Chris Gorschner; Philip Hagopian; Tracey J. Hambleton; Mark Heitzman; Charlie Hunter; Ruth Kaldor; Robin LaHue; Robert O’Brien; Rebecca Pedula; Kathryn Peterson; Theresa Peura; James Rauchman; Susan Bull Riley; Leslie Roth; Sally Stetson; Altoon Sultan; Gabriel Tempesta; Adam Wager; Eliza West; Ann Young |
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IN THE SECOND FLOOR GALLERY:
“ART IT UP!” – Silent auction to benefit SPA programs. A variety of work created and donated by local artists is on display at SPA. In addition, there is a catalog available at the website. The auction involves on-line and in-person bidding. Bidding concludes June 5, 2026. (Auction items pictured, left to right: Thank you to Rob MIllard-Mendez; Jody Brown; Mark Catman.) |
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IN THE THIRD FLOOR GALLERY:
“GAYZING” – Four gay men explore aging, seeing and being seen, involving Larry Bowling, Joe John, Robert Perry, James Rauchman. GAYZING Closing Reception in Honor of PRIDE: Sat., June 13, 2-4PM |
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Art at the AUD
The Barre Auditorium – fondly called the “AUD” – was constructed in the late 1930’s as a federal Public Works Administration project. The AUD has served Barre and the region as a community center for meetings, training sessions, performances, athletic events, family celebrations, and conventions. In addition, the AUD is a regional emergency center for the Red Cross, among other essential community services. Studio Place Arts (SPA) curates the artwork at the AUD and its adjacent buildings. The featured artist in the “Connector Building” located between the AUD and Alumni Hall is Erik Nelson. Nelson is a record-setting former forward/center for the UVM men’s basketball team and an art major. Later, Nelson played for the Vermont Frost Heaves at the AUD. The featured artist at the entrance to the AUD is Aaron Stein. The featured artist in Alumni Hall is Pria Cambio (2nd floor conference room). Please contact SPA for information on the artists, potential purchases of artwork, and future art displays. (Featured Artwork: Erik Nelson |
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