Curator Launches ‘Inside The Arts’ Video Series

Curator Launches ‘Inside The Arts’ Video Series

A new video series from curator Jessica Lenehan takes visitors behind the scenes in the world of art. “Inside the Arts” features interviews, artist talks, interviews at artists' studios, and artist demonstrations. The series is supported in part by the Harold S. Seabrook Charitable Trust.

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DePoyster Explores Identities In Portrait Series ‘Beyond Labels’

DePoyster Explores Identities In Portrait Series ‘Beyond Labels’

A collection of stunning new pastel portraits by Virmarie DePoyster will be publicly shown for the first time at ASC. Beyond Labels | Más Allá De Las Etiquetas opens Thursday, Oct. 28, 2021, with a drop-in opening reception from 5-7 p.m. The exhibition is sponsored by Relyance Bank.

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Windgate Gallery at The ARTSpace on Main Now Open

Windgate Gallery at The ARTSpace on Main Now Open

Windgate Community Gallery, a retail space featuring art, books and gifts by local and regional artists, is now open at The ARTSpace on Main. The gallery is open noon to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays. The ARTSpace and connected ART WORKS facilities are also now available for private event rentals.

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Artists Honored at Rosenzweig Exhibition Opening Reception

 Artists Honored at Rosenzweig Exhibition Opening Reception

The awards for the 2021 Irene Rosenzweig Biennial Juried Exhibition were announced during an awards reception Thursday, July 22. Yelena Petroukhina’s ceramics sculpture Untitled 1 was honored with Best in Show; Nabil Gonzalez’s 15-piece paper set Lost took First Place; and Samantha Rosado’s oil on canvas Golden Hour (¡Gay Creatures Welcome!) took Second Place.

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Petroukhina to Lead Ceramics Classes This Summer for Adults, Youths

ASC welcomes artist Yelena Petroukhina to lead adult and youth ceramics workshops June 28–July 5. They include a daytime camp for youths ages 12-17, and an evening workshop for adults. The workshops will be held in the ceramics studio at ASC’s new The ARTSpace on Main facility.

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Petroukhina Explores Emotions Toward Personal Spaces in 'Defining Home'

Petroukhina Explores Emotions Toward Personal Spaces in 'Defining Home'

In ASC’s latest exhibition, Yelena Petroukhina explores the complex ideas of home and comfort and incorporates physical, emotional, and spiritual qualities within personal spaces. Defining Home: Mixed Media and Ceramics by Yelena Petroukhina is on view through July 10, 2021. Visitors may meet with the artist to discuss her work during a drop-in reception from 5–7 p.m. Thursday, April 8.

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Artist Kimiara Johnson Brings Creative Doll Project to Family FunDay

The Arts & Science Center will welcome guest artist Kimiara Johnson to the next Second Saturday Family FunDay, on Feb. 13, 2021. Johnson will lead the day’s activity in creating a Valentine’s Day doll art portfolio, using toys like Barbies and decorating with arts and craft supplies.

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Submissions Open for 2021 Irene Rosenzweig Juried Exhibition

Submissions Open for 2021 Irene Rosenzweig Juried Exhibition

Submissions are now open through June 6 for The Arts & Science Center’s 2021 Irene Rosenzweig Biennial Juried Exhibition. The show is open to artists 18 years or older who reside in Arkansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee or Texas.

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Livestream Discussion on Political Cartoonist George Fisher Set for Jan. 7

Livestream Discussion on Political Cartoonist George Fisher Set for Jan. 7

ASC will host a virtual panel "Ballots & Laughs: Panel Discussion of Arkansas Political Cartoonist George Fisher" at 5 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17, 2020, on ASC’s Facebook page. The livestream event will include a discussion of Fisher’s career as a political cartoonist and how he documented, commented and added humor to the politicians and political events of Arkansas.

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ASC's First Telethon, Virtual Art Auction Kick off Nov. 13

ASC's First Telethon, Virtual Art Auction Kick off Nov. 13

The Arts & Science Center for Southeast Arkansas is gearing up for a two-night virtual fundraising event featuring some of the area’s brightest talents. Heart for the Arts: ASC Telethon 2020 will livestream from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, and Saturday, Nov. 14, on ASC’s website and social media. ASC’s biennial art auction also begins Nov. 13. This year’s auction, ARTWORKS! Virtual Art Auction, is entirely online.

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'Small Works' Showcasing Arkansas Artists Opens Sept. 24

'Small Works' Showcasing Arkansas Artists Opens Sept. 24

Small Works on Paper, the annual touring visual arts exhibition, will stop again at ASC. The exhibition opens Thursday, Sept. 24, and will be on display through Saturday, Oct. 24. Now in its 34th year, Small Works showcases Arkansans’ artworks in a variety of media that are no larger than 18 by 24 inches. Thirty-nine pieces are featured in this year’s show, including one by Pine Bluff’s Kimiara Johnson.

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Four Exhibitions Closing Out 2020

Four Exhibitions Closing Out 2020

Despite an unprecedented year, The Arts & Science Center continues to bring stunning, inclusive art to the public. ASC wraps up the 2020 exhibitions calendar with shows examining the female body and perspective; selections from some of the best artists in Arkansas; portraits by Rex DeLoney highlighting athleticism and social activism, and ASC’s collection of comic and political cartoons.

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2020 Pine Bluff Art League Winners Announced

The winners of the 2020 Pine Bluff Art League Exhibition were announced as the annual show opened Thursday, Aug. 6, at the Arts & Science Center. The long-running annual exhibition showcases area artists with works in a variety of two-dimensional media. The exhibition is sponsored by Pine Bluff Sand & Gravel Co.

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2020 Pine Bluff Art League Exhibition Opens Aug. 6

The 2020 Pine Bluff Art League Exhibition opens Thursday, Aug. 6, at the Arts & Science Center. This year’s juror, Tom Richard, will announce the top prizes during at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, via video on ASC’s Facebook page. The long-running annual exhibition showcases area artists with works in a variety of media.

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