August at the Art Center
New ExhibitS
Observing Light: Painting Outside with the Plein Air Artists of Central Kentucky
Exhibit: August 3 – September 26
Grand Hall Gallery
Monday – Saturday, 10 am – 5 pm
Artist Reception: Friday, August 7, 4:30-6 pm
Admission is FREE!
Plein Air Artists of Central Kentucky (PAACK) is a growing group of artists that come together with a common love of nature and art. The group was formed in 2014 with eight people and continues to grow.
The group meets twice each month at locations across Central Kentucky to paint, create, explore, support, and encourage one another as they strengthen their artistic skills.
Rhonda Gilliam: Relax
Exhibit: August 19 – September 26
Main Street Gallery, 409 W Main Street, Danville
Monday – Saturday, 10 am – 5 pm
Artist Reception: Friday, August 21, 4:30-6 pm
Admission is FREE!
Relax. Not because art should be easy, but because creativity has a way of finding us when we stop trying to control it. That’s the idea behind this exhibit.
Rhonda Gilliam brings her process front and center for this exhibit, sharing moments captured in painting, sketches, doodles, and conversations between herself and the page.
She shares the exploration, questions, and wandering moments when creativity is simply allowed to flow.
Support the Art Center
48th Annual Constitution 5K Run for the Arts
Sunday, September 13
Registration starts at 3:30 pm in Weisiger Park
Race starts at 5 pm at Constitution Square
Registration is open for the 48th Annual Constitution 5K Run for the Arts!
Show your support and help us raise funds to keep bringing you low-cost, high-quality arts education, free museum exhibits, and family-friendly community events!
Register by August 22 for a FREE t-shirt! Prizes for all age levels!
Fern Featured Artist
Diana Kestly
Diana Kestly is a local artist who finds joy in the art of jewelry making, sketching, painting, and photography. She has worked in commercial design, tradeshow exhibit design, and architectural design.
She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Michigan School of Art and Design, graduating in industrial design.
Her work will be featured at Fern Curated Gifts, 409 W. Main Street, throughout the month of August. Open Monday – Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm.
Art Center Leadership
July is the start of a new year for us here at the Art Center, and with that new year come some changes to our Board of Directors. Thanks to our outgoing board members: President Mary Conley, Vice President Amy Isola, and board members Margaret Levi, Peter Haffner, Allen Martin, and Patrick Martin. Thank you all for your years of service and heartfelt support!
Stepping into leadership roles on our board will be Dan Nolet as Board President, Jonas Hurley as Board Vice President, Jim Lockard will remain as Board Secretary, and Jamie Votaw will be our new Board Treasurer.
Welcome to our new board members: Jodi Arnold, Stacy Coontz, Maggie McAdams, and Rebecca Rothwell.
Jodi Arnold
Stacy Coontz
Maggie McAdams
Rebecca Rothwell
Fall Programs
Register today!
We have classes and workshops for all ages scheduled for August, September, and October! Register today to secure your spot! Painting, pottery, mosaics and more!
PLUS special programs, like the ACOTAR Romantasy Ball!
Check out a complete listing of our upcoming programs.