Making: Faculty & Student Art Show 2024
Thursday, July 25 – Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Opening Reception, July 25, 2024 from 5 – 7 pm
Hilles Gallery, 1st and 2nd Floor
Creative Arts Workshop (CAW), a community art school dedicated to fostering creativity through participation in the visual arts, is pleased to announce the opening of its latest gallery exhibit, “Making: Faculty and Student Art Show.” The exhibit, installed on both floors of the Hilles Gallery, will be on display at the art center located at 80 Audubon Street from July 25 – August 30. An opening reception will be held on July 25, 2024, from 5 – 7 PM; all are welcome.
“Making: Faculty and Student Art Show” delves into the fascinating process of creating art, from the inception of an idea to the completion of the final product. This unique exhibit features works from both faculty and students, showcasing a variety of mediums such as painting, drawing, printmaking, pottery, metalworking, fiber arts, book arts, photography, and sculpture. Each piece offers a glimpse into the artists’ creative journeys, highlighting the techniques, experimentation, and development involved in their art-making processes.
“We are excited to offer this comprehensive, month-long show highlighting both the process and product of art,” said Trina Mace Learned, CAW Executive Director. “This show celebrates the artistic journey and the dedication of our talented faculty and students.”
The opening reception will include a brief program with remarks from the deputy director and participating artists, offering attendees insight into the creative processes behind the showcased works. Light refreshments will be served, and guests will have the opportunity to meet the artists and discuss their inspirations and techniques. Admission to the reception and exhibit is free and open to the public.
Printmaker and longtime instructor Barbara Harder added, “This exhibition is a testament to the vibrant artistic community we have here in New Haven and the serendipitous surprises in the creative process that change the final product in exciting and unexpected ways.”
CAW has been an anchor institution located in the heart of the Audubon Arts District since 1961, offering a wide range of classes, workshops, and events designed to foster creativity and artistic growth. The organization is committed to making the visual arts accessible to all, regardless of age, background, or experience level.
Press:
Group Show, Daily Nutmeg, 7/26/24